Mental Health NewsFeed

April 23, 2025

Bulldogs' Jamarra Ugle-Hagan Faces Uncertain Future

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's AFL future is uncertain due to mental health challenges and personal issues. The 23-year-old, a key player for the Bulldogs, has trained inconsistently since releasing a statement in January about his "flexible" training schedule. Coach Luke Beveridge believes Ugle-Hagan may not play this season, citing that what happens next is "significantly in the AFL's hands." The club and league are taking a collaborative approach with Dr. Kate Hall, the head of mental health and wellbeing, and other officials to address the situation.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/afl/the-million-dollar-question-about-jamarra-ugle-hagan-20250421-p5lt6r.html

April 23, 2025

Colorado Loosens Medical Non-Compete Restrictions

Colorado's new law, SB 25-083, exempts certain "covenants not to compete" that restrict the practice of medicine, advanced practice registered nursing, or dentistry from trade secret and non-solicitation provisions. The law defines a "health-care provider" to include certified midwives and physician assistants, expanding its scope beyond traditional medical professionals. However, it does not apply to covenants related to purchasing or selling businesses, and those entered into before August 6, 2025, remain valid. Employers with healthcare providers must review their contract templates to ensure compliance with the new provisions, which take effect on that date.

https://natlawreview.com/article/colorado-passes-bill-banning-most-physician-non-compete-agreements

April 23, 2025

ERISA Exemptions Allow Reasonable Service Provider Fees

The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) prohibits certain transactions between a plan and a related party, known as "party-in-interests", to prevent conflicts of interest. However, exemptions allow plans to interact with these parties under specific conditions. For instance, the exemption for reasonable arrangements with service providers enables payment of fees without being considered a prohibited transaction, as long as compensation is reasonable.

https://natlawreview.com/article/erisa-supreme-court-implications-cunningham-v-cornell-university

April 23, 2025

Goodstack Unveils Unified Impact Platform Globally

Goodstack, a platform offering corporate grants, customer donations, workplace giving, and employee volunteering solutions, has been adopted by global organizations such as Atlassian, Canva, and monday.com. The company's CEO, Henry Ludlam, announced the introduction of its complete platform to the world, aiming to simplify impact efforts for businesses. Goodstack's suite includes grant management, customer donations, workplace giving, and employee volunteering tools, with verification capabilities to ensure compliance.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/goodstack-unveils-its-all-in-one-impact-suite-to-transform-corporate-giving-and-social-impact-302434760.html

April 23, 2025

Info-Tech LIVE 2025 Convenes in Las Vegas

Info-Tech Research Group is a leading research firm serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals with unbiased research and advisory services to help leaders make informed decisions. The company's SoftwareReviews platform provides real-user feedback on solution providers, while its Media Insiders program offers unrestricted access to research across various industries for media professionals. Info-Tech Research Group will host Info-Tech LIVE 2025 in Las Vegas from June 10-12, 2025, at the Bellagio, featuring exclusive content and expert insights on trending topics.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ai-will-reshape-not-replace-the-role-of-customer-service-agents-says-info-tech-research-group-302434961.html

April 23, 2025

Judge Acquits Woman with Bipolar Disorder

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Shakira L. Ingram has ruled that Asia Calabrese-Lewis, 26, is not guilty by reason of insanity due to her bipolar disorder and depression. The court found that Lewis was suffering from a delusional compulsion at the time of the alleged crime, which overpowered her ability to distinguish between right and wrong, leading to the death of her daughter Nirvana Oliver in May 2023.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2025/04/22/Georgia-Asia-Calabrese-Lewis-not-guilty-Nirvana-Oliver-Shakira-Ingram/5021745348858/

April 23, 2025

Masculinity Influencers Harm Young Men's Mental Health

A new report has found that young men who regularly engage with masculinity influencers experience worse mental health outcomes, including feelings of worthlessness and frustration around dating. According to Dr Zac Seidler, global director of men's health research at Movember, these influencers can be a double-edged sword, providing motivation and inspiration but also perpetuating toxic attitudes towards women, self-reliance, and emotional control. The report highlights the need for parents and adults to nurture healthy masculinity in young boys, particularly in the face of social media influences that can foster feelings of emptiness, isolation, and shame.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-23/masculinity-report-mental-health-men/105197180

April 23, 2025

Michigan Restaurant Owner Testifies Against Whitmer Orders

Michigan's Republican-led House Subcommittee on the Weaponization of State Government will hear from restaurant owner Marlena Hackney and barber Karl Manke, who were targeted by Attorney General Dana Nessel's office during COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020 and 2021. Hackney was fined $15,000 and her restaurant was closed for five months after violating Whitmer's indoor dining ban, while Manke had his license revoked despite the Michigan Supreme Court ruling that Whitmer lacked authority to issue unilateral orders. The subcommittee chair, Rep. Angela Rigas, expects them to testify on how they were persecuted by Nessel's office, which continued issuing COVID-19 orders under different rules after the court's ruling.

https://www.mlive.com/politics/2025/04/business-owners-who-defied-whitmers-covid-orders-to-testify-before-michigan-house.html

April 23, 2025

Mr. Cornick Joins Kemeny, Ramp & Renaud Law Firm

Mr. Cornick is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the New Jersey State Bar Association. He has also joined forces with Kemeny, Ramp & Renaud, LLC, as seen in a recent press release distributed by PRLog.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kemeny-ramp--renaud-llc-welcomes-prominent-trusts-and-estates-attorney-gary-b-cornick-to-its-firm-302435117.html