A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that a lawsuit calling for changes to how police in Washington, D.C., handle mental health crises can move forward, rejecting the district’s efforts to dismiss the case. Bread For The City, a nonprofit that provides food, legal help, and resources for people in D.C., sued the district over claims...
Ironically, it was a notification on his phone that prompted author and podcaster Carlos Whittaker to embark on a seven-week screen-free journey that would change his life. Whittaker, who lives in Nashville on a “suburban farm” with his wife, three children and dog, knew he used his phone a lot, but didn’t consider it a...
The pandemic’s negative effects on kids and teens — academically, socially and otherwise — have been shown in numerous studies, and now the latest long-term effect appears to be accelerated aging of young brains. A team of researchers at the University of Washington studied 160 teens between the ages of 9 and 17. They had...
The mother of the suspected gunman in last week’s shooting at Georgia’s Apalachee High School says she warned the school the morning of the attack, and teachers had already noticed red flags. In an interview with ABC News published Tuesday, Marcee Gray said she called the school counselor on the morning of Sept. 4, 2024,...
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Suicide continues to be a leading cause of death in the U.S., with approximately 49,000 people taking their own lives in 2022. That’s according to a new report...
Discussing 9/11 with your child can be an extremely difficult conversation to have. Sharing the monstrous events that occurred on September 11, 2001, with a young child can be painful and emotional for parents. When having this conversation with a child, let their questions guide the discussion. Have an age appropriate conversation with them by...
After summer reruns, game shows will be airing fresh episodes of your favorites this month. Whether it’s watching participants “come on down” on “The Price Is Right,” solving word puzzles on “Wheel of Fortune” with new show host Ryan Seacrest, or proving your trivia smarts against friends and family on “Jeopardy!”— the benefits you’re reaping...
Housing situations involving squatters take a toll on homeowners in more ways than anticipated. While property damage and legal fees can cost homeowners money, the mental health effects can be severe. Homeowners who have shared their stories of unwanted residents living in their homes have often brought to light the emotional stress that stems from...
At 48 years old, Mayim Bialik’s priorities have shifted. From fully embracing a major life change within her family dynamic to experimenting with fresh approaches for her overall well-being, the actress is thrilled to be welcoming new waves of life. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, “The Big Bang Theory” alum opened up...
Sick days have taken on a whole new meaning. As Generation Z employees enter the workforce, paid sick days — allotted by a majority of companies — are being used more than ever. Approximately 30% of employees took sick leave in the first 10 months of 2023 — up 42% from 2019, according to the...
