The Latest Breaking News from Mental Health

Support cannot 'disappear' when homeless women housed

The number of homeless women and girls is on the rise, leading to calls for the federal government to show leadership as it develops two national strategies.

AAP · Aug 19

Reading Rainbow star checks himself into hospital, says he’s ‘safe’ but ‘not okay’

Librarian has hosted the reboot of the iconic children’s program since it launched in October 2025

The Independent UK · Aug 19

‘Exhaustion, Acute Distress’: JB Pritzker Sounds Alarm Over USS Abraham Lincoln Sailors’ Mental Health After Reports of Overboard Incidents

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for answers Tuesday over reports that USS Abraham Lincoln sailors attempted or threatened to go overboard, as concerns grow over the carrier’s prolonged deployment.

Benzinga · Aug 19

Neutrogena stock tumbles as fans vow to boycott after Hayden Panettiere death

In the months before her death, Panettiere spoke about the skincare brand ending her contract after 10 years following her comments about mental health made on live TV

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Many youth athletes quietly struggle with eating disorders – Colorado mandates new training that could turn things around

Colorado requires middle, junior high and high school coaches in public and private schools to attend training on mental health. Currently, training is required to cover concerns specific to young athletes such as anxiety disorders, depression and suicide prevention.

The Conversation · Aug 18

Florida mother pours hot wax on daughters before setting kitchen fire

A Florida mother has been arrested after authorities alleged that she deliberately started a fire inside her Miami-area home while her two young daughters were present and poured hot melted candle wax onto the children. Meliza Campos-Sanchez, 26, was arrested on Monday and faces charges including first-degree arson, child abuse…

The Times of India · Aug 18

Quote of the day by Kate Middleton: "It is lonely at times and you do feel quite isolated. But actually…" - a lesson on motherhood and loneliness

Kate Middleton's words touch on a genuinely difficult side of motherhood that rarely gets talked about openly, feeling genuinely lonely even while surrounded by people who love you. "It is lonely at times, and you do feel quite isolated," she said. "But actually, so many other mothers are going through…

The Times of India · Aug 18

Meta Faces $1.4 Trillion Threat As Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial Begins

Meta will face attorneys general representing 29 states in a case accusing it of deliberately designing addictive features to keep young users engaged while misleading the public about potential mental health risks.

International Business Times · Aug 18

A look at major lawsuits against Meta, other social media companies over harms to kids

In a federal trial beginning Tuesday in Oakland, California, the Instagram and Facebook parent company is fighting claims that it has contributed to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that get children addicted.

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Hayden Panettiere Fans Slam Neutrogena After Brand Allegedly Cut Ties Over Postpartum Interview

Hayden Panettiere's claim that Neutrogena ended their partnership after she discussed postpartum depression has resurfaced, sparking debate on mental health stigma and celebrity endorsement ethics.

International Business Times UK · Aug 17