Does social media need warning labels? Experts weigh in
As awareness grows about rising mental health issues facing young people many experts believe it's time to put warning labels on social media.
Design FC partners with Common Goal: Mental Health Awareness for Youth Soccer Players
A new program called Design FC is running 'Create the Space' training sessions to help young soccer players express themselves on and off the pitch, as well as feeling safe and improving their mental well-being.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
FDA advisers reject MDMA therapy to treat PTSD
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
Are New Yorkers getting enough sleep?
New York City may be known as the “city that never sleeps," but are New Yorkers getting enough sleep?
How music therapy helps cancer patients cope in NYC: 'Music helps me take care of myself'
A music therapy program on the Upper East Side is helping cancer patients manage the highs and lows of their treatment.
ADHD diagnosed in about 1 in 9 US children, CDC says
ADHD symptoms include difficulty staying focused, excessive fidgeting, acting without thinking and difficulty with self-control.
Some teen girls using smartphone up to 6 hours per day, study finds
Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.
Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
Stony Brook University study uses AI to track public mental health via social media
As we hear more and more about artificial intelligence, a study out of Stony Brook University shows how AI can measure the public's mental health through social media.
Theater of War Productions stages ancient Greek tragedy for journalists at WNYC
WNYC's Green Space put on a very special production on Thursday, as the Theater of War put on a performance of the ancient Greek tragedy 'Philoctetes,' to help war journalists cope through trauma.
Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
Mental Health Awareness Month: How to spot signs of worker stress
A recent study has brought to light a concerning fact: 48% of workers are battling with stress, a significant number that demands our attention and action.
Do we really know the impact of social media use and abuse?
Social media is everywhere and it's hard to imagine what our lives would be like without it, but do we really know about the true impact of social media use and abuse?
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
What in particular are New Yorkers stressed about?
Between the upcoming presidential election, the war in Gaza, and climate change are adding to New Yorkers stress levels this year, APA senior director and clinical psychologist Dr. C. Vaile Wright said.
More parents are feeling lonely, burned out, new survey says
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
Study: Anxiety tops mental health concerns for employees
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.