Family grieves suicide of son, turns tragedy to hope for others
As the family mourns the loss of Austin they realized this tragedy could give life to someone else.
FDA approves first-ever prescription video game to help kids with ADHD
EndeavorRx is a game aimed at improving attention function and symptoms associated with ADHD in 8 to 12-year-olds.
Wayne State mental health counselors offer free services for pandemic stress, depression
So many are feeling anxious and depressed during this global pandemic.
How psychiatry is helping treat PTSD of COVID-19 doctors on the front lines
Four residents volunteered to work in ICU's caring for patients on ventilators, side-by-side with the critical care teams.
Mental health issues are on the rise amid pandemic, but federal help is on the way
Suicide help lines are flooded too. Stabenow says it is critical that money hits the ground. But we have to do something that has been a challenge even before COVID-19. Squash the stigma around getting help.
U-M study shows many of us are struggling to cope with COVID-19 fear, isolation
The University of Michigan launched a two-week study March 24th asking 562 adults across the country how they're coping with COVID-19. The questions were about anxiety, depression, relationships and parenting.
Staying home isn't so safe for those in recovery - but online help is available
According to Nielsen, alcohol sales are up more than 50 percent. Online alcohol sales are up more than 200 percent.
Detroit police officer who beat mentally ill woman on camera gets promoted
It's a decision that has left the victim's family -- and members of the community -- outraged.
Community Care Services offer mental health help to hospitality workers hit hard by shutdown
"It's fragile industry anyway," said O'Connor. "It is hard working, long hours, demanding, there are a lot of folks with mental health issues or substance abuse issues as a lot of us do anyway."
Hotline available for emotional support during COVID-19 pandemic
Michigan officials are directing residents to a national hotline for help if they are struggling with the mental and emotional toll of COVID-19.
Social distancing side effect is isolation, here's how to cope
For people who were already struggling with mental health issues, sheltering in place can leave people alone and in turn - lead them down dark paths.
Melvindale's Forget Me Not sells estate sale items for suicide prevention
"There isn't any rhyme or reason - there isn't like a playbook that you can go to," she said.
Charlamagne talks mental wealth and shares his take on Detroit
FOX 2 spoke with Charlamagne at Inception Detroit a 21st Century Mental Health Gym and wellness spa in Farmington Hills.
Father-to-be killed in 'random act of violence' at Detroit gas station
Detroit Police said a man who was 'agitated' when he walked into a gas station and ordered everyone out, before shooting a man who walked in and then taking his own life.
Parents who lost son to suicide approach issue at every angle, from students to seniors
A controversial service that dozens of Michigan schools have signed on to has many worried it's an invasion of privacy, including the ACLU. Others worry that people won't focus enough on seniors and working-age adults who could commit suicide.
U Matter suicide prevention helps teens in crisis
Jenna had dealt with anxiety and depression and engaging in unhealthy behaviors. But when she found the U Matter suicide prevention program through The Friendship Circle in West Bloomfield - she found help for herself and a way to help others.
Dashcam video shows Livonia officers talking man off I-96 overpass
Livonia Police talked a suicidal man away from the edge of a bridge over I-96.
Widow of slain deputy finds new hope in police K9 assisted therapy
"It is hard to articulate, it's indescribable, I've had to basically re-find who I am," said Sonya Overall.
For parents of autistic adults with aggression, there are few mental health care options available
Despite Malecs' frequent calls to the police to help with their son who hurts himself during tantrums, they say that even hospitals aren't equipped to handle the needs of their sons.
Lake Orion's Students Offering Support urges less screen time for mental health
The end of lunch time doesn't just mean the fun is ending and the learning is starting up again. Instead, this lunch hour at Lake Orion High School is packed with a critical life lesson.