First responders' mental health in the spotlight after tragic police shooting in Detroit
Chief James White said the shooting was evidence that first responders like police officers were not immune to the effects of the job and the needs for counseling should extend into the field.
Chief James White said the shooting was evidence that first responders like police officers were not immune to the effects of the job and the needs for counseling should extend into the field.
Can video games improve your sleep? Here's what the research shows
A study explores the effects of video games on adult sleep. It reveals that casual gaming may improve sleep quality, while excessive gaming and certain game types can disrupt sleep.
A study explores the effects of video games on adult sleep. It reveals that casual gaming may improve sleep quality, while excessive gaming and certain game types can disrupt sleep.
Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”
DPD Police Chief James White applies to lead Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network
Detroit Police Chief James White has applied to be the CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN).
Detroit Police Chief James White has applied to be the CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN).
Stressed about the 2024 presidential election? Here are some tips
One of the most common ways people tend to stress themselves out during an election is by imagining the worst-case scenario. Here are some tips on how to avoid that.
One of the most common ways people tend to stress themselves out during an election is by imagining the worst-case scenario. Here are some tips on how to avoid that.
Sheriff's deputies, first responders suffer heavy mental toll responding to mass casualty incidents
For the deputies of the Oakland County Sheriff's Office who have responded to more than one mass casualty incident in the past few years, the burden of caring for the victims and each other can be heavy.
For the deputies of the Oakland County Sheriff's Office who have responded to more than one mass casualty incident in the past few years, the burden of caring for the victims and each other can be heavy.
Rochester Hills shooting suspect: Arsenal of weapons recovered at home, no motive determined
Family of the shooter told police he had paranoid tendencies and believed someone was listening to him, the sheriff said Monday.
Family of the shooter told police he had paranoid tendencies and believed someone was listening to him, the sheriff said Monday.
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.
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.
New Detroit-based app aims to bridge digital and real-life emotional gaps
Founded by Ziarekenya Smith of Detroit, Inpathy enables users to log in and share their emotions with friends and family – fostering a supportive community.
Founded by Ziarekenya Smith of Detroit, Inpathy enables users to log in and share their emotions with friends and family – fostering a supportive community.
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.
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Oakland soccer coach says school fired him after he spoke about depression with team
"After he won coach of the year, and after he took his team to the playoffs, they gave him his walking papers," Akeel said.
"After he won coach of the year, and after he took his team to the playoffs, they gave him his walking papers," Akeel said.
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.
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
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.
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.
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.
Mobile Mental Crisis Units meet people 'where they are' in moments of need
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network has rolled out eight mobile crisis teams operating seven days a week.
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network has rolled out eight mobile crisis teams operating seven days a week.
Single LSD dose provides lasting relief from anxiety, researchers find
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
MM120, an LSD formulation designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, was recently granted a breakthrough therapy designation by the FDA.
Most US teens feel peaceful without smartphones, study finds
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
A recent Pew Center Research study delved into the relationship between teenagers and their smartphones.
Lil Jon drops meditation album: Here's what inspired him
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."
Lil Jon describes his meditation album as "10 guided meditations to relieve anxiety, boost focus, and find peace."