Ideas Experts weigh in on surgeon general’s fight against loneliness Loneliness increases health risks. From school to work and the public spaces in between, here’s how experts say we can build connections. By Maura Kelly May 17, 2023
People Author Clancy Martin on “How Not to Kill Yourself” Novelist Clancy Martin describes how he's coped with addiction, suicidal thinking, and survived ten suicide attempts. By Maura Kelly May 2, 2023
Ideas Doctor’s orders—head to the museum instead of the pharmacy A movement is taking shape in the UK and elsewhere to tackle underlying factors affecting health. Can it work in the US? By Kalpana Jain February 13, 2023
News Therapy apps are a phenomenon. Or maybe a fad. Mental health apps and other technology could help fill care gaps—but there’s not enough research on whether they really work. By Maura Kelly February 13, 2023
Feature I was alone and sick of it. Technology to the rescue? Robo-companions and technology assistants are being used to ease loneliness. Our writer found the experience has a long way to go. By Maura Kelly February 13, 2023
Essay A dive into cold water There's no hard science on icy plunges, but there are sound reasons to believe cold water swimming could ease depression. By Adam Boggon February 7, 2023
Feature New gun deaths data in U.S. show continued rise in suicides Gun control policies aimed at stopping mass shootings could also prevent a less visible tragedy: suicide. By Maura Kelly February 1, 2023
Ideas 2023 is the year of mental health and wellbeing The most popular New Year's resolution was feeling better about ourselves. Here's how to keep this goal going. By Christine Mehta January 17, 2023
Opinion New guidelines recommend universal mental health screening for U.S. kids A pediatric psychologist argues primary care providers will need more resources to screen children for anxiety and depression. By Jeffrey Shahidullah November 29, 2022
Ideas U.S. kids face a mental health crisis – a bold new law points to a solution Delaware seeks to transform mental health care with a first-in-the-nation law. A pediatric psychologist says it could provide vital support for children with mental health concerns. By Jeffrey Shahidullah September 6, 2022