When Insurance Says No, Children Pay the Price A new California bill aims to rein in mental health coverage denials that leave kids without care. Capital & Main · Jan 15
Prince William Learns About “Contraband Pig” from Family of Farmers As They Tackle Mental Health Issues “Are we asking too much of our farmers?” Marie Claire · Jan 15
Reports of ‘AI psychosis’ are emerging — here’s what a psychiatric clinician has to say Artificial intelligence is increasingly woven into everyday life, from chatbots that offer companionship to algorithms that shape what we see online. But as generative AI (genAI) becomes more conversational, immersive and emotionally responsive, clinicians are beginning to ask a difficult question: can genAI exacerbate or even trigger psychosis in vulnerable… The Conversation · Jan 15
US health officials reverse course and reinstate $1.9bn to mental health and substance use Health department unexpectedly announced nearly $2bn in program cuts Tuesday before rolling back decision The Guardian - US · Jan 15
Prince of Wales branches out into tree-pruning on visit to family farm William braved the rain as he met farmers John and Laura Bowler to highlight the importance of mental health support in the farming community. Evening Standard · Jan 15
New Year’s Resolutions 2026: Making Healthy Habits Stick An estimated 40% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions each year, according to a January 2026 report by Scientific American. However, research has shown that as many as 88% of those individuals give up on their resolutions within two weeks. inkl · Jan 15
Gen-Z service rewrites approach to male mental health Lived experience of mental health challenges is being used as the primary tool to connect with boys and young men facing their own difficulties. AAP · Jan 15
Trump administration slashes funding for substance abuse and mental health programs nationwide The Trump administration has made significant cuts to substance abuse and mental health programs The Independent UK · Jan 14
The “Dopamine Menu”: The viral mental health hack actually working for ADHD If you have spent any time on TikTok recently, you might have seen people talking about their “Dopamine Menu.” For once, this isn’t just a fleeting trend or toxic positivity. It is a genuinely brilliant tool, especially for those of us with ADHD or anyone who feels their brain is… Budget and the Bees · Jan 14
Tylor Chase Update: Ned's Declassified Cast Break Their Silence On Why They've Finally Given Up The cast of Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide explains why they are no longer offering active help to former costar Tylor Chase amid his ongoing struggle with homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges. International Business Times UK · Jan 14
‘People will die’: Trump administration cancels up to $1.9bn for substance use and mental health Funding to end immediately for up to 2,800 grantees of US agency that serves thousands seeking help and in recovery The Guardian - US · Jan 14
Keeping People With Their Pets Can Help L.A.’s Housing Crisis — and Mental Health Social worker Jackie Parra intervenes at L.A.’s busiest animal shelter to help people in crisis keep their pets and housing. Capital & Main · Jan 14
Nottingham attack families fear further disasters as NHS trust deemed ‘not safe’ A CQC report has criticised the mental health services that treated killer Valdo Calocane The Independent UK · Jan 14
White House reverses $2 billion cut to mental health, addiction grants Many of the affected grant programs had bipartisan support and President Donald Trump has supported them in the past. Roll Call · Jan 14
The Guardian - UK · Jan 14 Social media time does not increase teenagers’ mental health problems – study Research finds no evidence heavier social media use or more gaming increases symptoms of anxiety or depression
Evening Standard · Jan 14 The real reason Brits are dropping alcohol in January Mental health, weight loss and fitness were among the reasons why Brits are cutting out booze
The Conversation · Jan 14 Evidence for link between digital technology use and teenage mental health problems is weak, our large study suggests For years, the narrative surrounding teenagers’ use of digital technology has been one of alarm.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 14 One in four UK teenagers in care have attempted to end their lives, study says Research also shows teenagers in care are four times more likely to try to end their lives than peers with no care history
International Business Times · Jan 13 Nick Desimone: Compassionate Care In Mental Health And How Empathy Fuels Long-Term Sobriety And Recovery In modern addiction and mental health treatment approaches, empathy is increasingly regarded as a core clinical skill.
Budget and the Bees · Jan 13 The “Functional Freeze”: Why You Are Still Tired Even After 8 Hours of Sleep You slept for eight hours, drank the water, and even took your vitamins. However, you are sitting at your desk staring at a blinking cursor, feeling a heaviness in your limbs that coffee cannot touch. You aren’t just tired; on the contrary, you are stuck.
The Independent UK · Jan 13 Body of Chicago teacher who went missing on her way to an acupuncture appointment is found in Lake Michigan It’s unclear how Linda Brown ended up in the water and an investigation is ongoing
International Business Times · Jan 13 Hybrid Parenting: Beyond Gentle Parenting in 2026 Discover how hybrid parenting is replacing gentle parenting in 2026, blending empathy with boundaries for sustainable, flexible child-rearing strategies that prioritize family mental health.
MusicRadar · Jan 13 "Please take a moment to check in with your loved ones so we can stop this happening to our young men": Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, Black Midi guitarist, dies aged 26 The co-founder stepped away from the band in 2021 to focus on his mental health
inkl · Jan 13 How to Obtain an ESA Letter: A Step-by-Step Guide Many people rely on emotional support animals to ease anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges
Euronews · Jan 13 How Olympians think about success and failure and what we can learn from them As the Winter Olympic Games approach, the United States team is helping its athletes to focus on mental health, prioritise sleep, and resilience over medals.