A study of 12,000 US children aged 9-12 found that depressed kids were not more likely to spend time on social media as they approached age 13, but 12-13 year-olds who spent the most time online showed high rates of depressive symptoms. The researchers suggest that excessive social media use may contribute to the development of depression in this age group. Dr. Jason Nagata, a pediatrician at the University of California San Francisco, notes that cyberbullying and lack of sleep are potential drivers of depression, but parents and children face a dilemma as social media is often their primary means of connecting with peers.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14735275/warning-parents-smartphones-children-depression.htmlA grand jury indictment has charged Happy House Behavioral Health LLC with defrauding Arizona's Medicaid program by $60 million. The scheme allegedly involved billing for mental health treatment and addiction rehabilitation services that were either never provided or only partially completed, including to deceased and incarcerated clients. Sober living homes referred clients to Happy House, which received money from the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System and then paid the homes in violation of state law. The company faces charges of conspiracy, fraud, forgery, theft, and money laundering, with $5 million paid to Hope of Life International Church in July 2023.
https://www.boston25news.com/news/20-people-health/3K6ILXG7IBCTROLFSVOPMUFKHA/Kingski's parents advise individuals considering LASIK surgery to thoroughly research and seek support if complications arise. They also recommend reaching out for crisis services, such as the New York City hotline (1-888-NYC-WELL) or the National Suicide Prevention hotline (988), for those struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health crises outside of NYC.
https://nypost.com/2025/05/21/us-news/pennsylvania-cop-died-by-suicide-after-suffering-nightmare-complications-from-lasik-eye-surgery/Research by Kayla Levy for Charlie Health highlights the negative impacts of mental health stigma, citing examples of social exclusion and employment barriers faced by individuals with serious mental health conditions.
https://www.boston25news.com/news/real-impacts-mental-health-stigma-according-research/UOMTJ566NFNKRAZLWVFCPYECNA/Ann Arbor officials are allocating $1 million in contingency funds set aside before a potential Trump presidency to support community organizations hit by federal funding cuts and policy changes. The city is dividing the funds among five organizations, including Food Gatherers, Community Mental Health Partnership of Southeast Michigan, Ann Arbor Housing Commission, Shelter Association of Washtenaw County, and Community Action Network. Council Member Chris Watson stated that the impacts are falling hardest on under-resourced communities due to reduced support for safety-net programs. The city is also using $85,000 from marijuana tax revenue to reopen an addiction crisis facility in Ypsilanti that was shut down by federal funding cuts.
https://www.mlive.com/news/ann-arbor/2025/05/trumps-impact-on-community-has-ann-arbor-tapping-into-1m-contingency-fund.htmlThe Baby Expo in Dubai featured over 250 global brands and introduced the NextGen: Industry Leaders Summit, where industry experts discussed emerging trends and market shifts in the baby and parenting industry. The event highlighted sustainable product lines, mental health issues, and the importance of maternal care. Maitha Al Mazroei, founder of Emirati brand Sashi, emphasized the need to address postpartum depression, a condition that affects many new mothers. Rama Kanj, an educational psychologist at The Valens Clinic, stressed the significance of identifying symptoms and signs of postpartum depression in gynaecologists and surrounding mothers with social support and shared responsibilities.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40363639/pakistani-brands-at-dubai-baby-expo-set-sight-on-expansionA Northern Territory Police officer, Michael, died by suicide after serving in the community. His family and colleagues are seeking a commitment to real change in the police well-being space, including recognition of shortfalls and a genuine commitment to mitigating trauma and mental illness among officers. They hope for a frank discussion during an inquest about the measures being taken to address these issues, particularly in light of Michael's service and the risks involved in frontline policing in the Northern Territory.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-20/michael-deutrom-nt-police-officer-suicide-inquest-begins/105310302A 14-year-old boy named Jason Bernard Peabody died after being bullied, leaving his family and community in shock. His mother was too upset to speak about the loss, but friends described him as funny, loving, and silly. A memorial vigil is planned for Friday night near his home in Peabody, Massachusetts, where a GoFundMe has been set up for his family. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a network of local crisis centers, has reached its 10,000th conversation, highlighting the need for support services to help struggling teens like Jason.
https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/middlesex-county/family-mourning-death-14-year-old-peabody-boy-they-say-was-bullied-school/ND5BCTCZM5E65GIEGAVYCVC2ZY/Jackie, a radio host, tearfully confessed on-air about her two-year struggle with addiction to painkillers, sleeping pills, and alcohol. She revealed that she had been hiding her addiction from her listeners, including Kyle, who was unaware of her struggles. Jackie said she boarded a flight out of Australia at the last minute and stayed in LA for two days before checking into rehab. Her addiction was so severe that she would take 10-12 sleeping pills and 24 painkillers daily while drinking alcohol. Betty Ford advised her not to change her usage before seeking help, which Jackie did after deciding to share her story publicly through her memoir "The Whole Truth".
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14729237/Jackie-O-Henderson-admits-sex-fan.html