In New Jersey, more people are turning to silent retreats to escape the noise of daily life and find inner peace. These retreats offer a chance to unplug from technology and reconnect with oneself. The trend is growing, with centers like the Loyola Jesuit Center in Morristown seeing a 25% increase i
In a shocking turn of events, a renowned singer's life was cut short in his own home. Jubilant Sykes, a celebrated baritone, was tragically stabbed to death in his Santa Monica residence. The suspect, his 31-year-old son Micah, was found at the scene and taken into custody. The police are still figu
Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide
Chad Spodick, a familiar face from the reality TV show "Finding Prince Charming, " passed away last December at the age of 42. His family recently shared this heartbreaking news, describing his death as sudden and devastating. They set up a GoFundMe page to help cover funeral costs and other unexpec
In October 2023, a strange incident occurred on an Alaska Airlines flight. Joseph Emerson, an off-duty pilot, tried to turn off the plane's engines while flying. He was not in his right mind. He had eaten "magic mushrooms" two days before the flight. Security cameras captured the moment police led
Schools did more than teach lessons during the pandemic. They kept kids' mental health in check. A recent study dug into health records of over 185, 700 kids in California. It found that kids who went back to school sooner had fewer mental health issues. This included depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
The California sober trend is gaining traction, where people are choosing cannabis over alcohol. They believe this switch is healthier and might prevent them from using stronger drugs like opioids or meth. A recent study found that cannabis users did drink less alcohol and felt less urge to drink. H
Doctors who aren't mental health experts often mix up depression and delirium. This can lead to people being unfairly labeled as depressed when they're not. It can also mean that real cases of delirium get overlooked. A study looked at medical records from different places to see how often this happ
Ever thought about why some people brush off online hate while others take it hard? Well, it turns out that what happened in your early years might have a lot to do with it. A big study involving 14, 000 adults uncovered that those who had rough childhoods might find it tougher to deal with online b
In today's world, employees in small businesses are more worried about their mental well-being than physical safety at work. This shift is notable, especially considering the current social and political climate. It's also interesting to see how this aligns with the values of younger generations, li
