Therapy works for mental health—but it usually gets stuck in two ruts. First, doctors often focus too much on labels like "anxiety" or "depression, " treating each problem as completely separate. Second, most therapy styles rely on one set of rules tied to a specific expert’s ideas, making it hard t
During the third day of Tanner Horner’s trial, jurors heard some disturbing details about how a nine-year-old girl’s remains were found. Investigators tracked down clues that led them to Horner’s property—including clothes matching what Athena Strand wore when she disappeared, later discovered in hi
In a quiet Massachusetts town, a nurse now faces a tough question: what happens when guilt meets suffering? The woman, once a caregiver for new mothers, is accused of ending her three children’s lives in a single day. Instead of denying her role, she’s offering to admit what she did—if it means the
Never underestimate how much words matter in therapy. When a professional tells a young person that their identity is wrong, the damage goes beyond the session. Studies show that forcing someone to change who they are often backfires, increasing depression, anxiety, and even suicide risk. Yet the Su
A new movie is shaking up how we see mental health on screen. Called Dr. Q, it follows a doctor who helps others while dealing with her own problems, showing how tough it can be to care for people when life feels empty. Instead of just action or jokes, this film mixes drama with real stories, making
The film “No One Cares About Crazy People” is a short documentary that will play at Columbia College’s Film Row Cinema on Saturday. After the screening, a panel with director Gail Freedman will discuss the movie’s message and its ties to Chicago. The soundtrack is written by Jeff Tweedy, a singer
Lil Nas X, the artist behind hits like "Old Town Road, " won’t face jail time after a judge approved his entry into a mental health program. The decision comes after charges were filed following an incident where he allegedly walked naked down a street in Los Angeles. Police say three officers were
Eleanor Middlin’s story isn’t unique—it’s a growing trend. As Michigan’s mental health resources for young people shrink, families are sending their kids out of state for care. Some travel for hours, others for thousands of miles. The reason? Michigan’s system can’t keep up. After the pandemic, more
Many people around the world turn to faith for comfort and guidance. Yet most studies focus only on personal beliefs, overlooking how belonging to a minority religion can shape mental health. When people face prejudice or social exclusion because of their faith, their chances for emotional stability
Many schools in Hampton Roads are now using telehealth to help students get medical and mental health care without leaving campus. In Newport News and Portsmouth, a program run by Sentara gives families a quick way to see doctors through video calls set up right in the school building. A nurse first
