Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
ChatGPT gave dangerous advice to teens in watchdog test, new report finds
A watchdog group found ChatGPT gave researchers posing as teens advice on suicide, drug use, and eating disorders—raising concerns for parents and educators as AI use among kids grows.
ChatGPT enables dangerous behavior in teens, watchdog group says
A new report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate reveals that ChatGPT provided harmful advice to users posing as 13-year-olds.
31% of teens find AI chats “as satisfying or more satisfying" than human conversations
Teens admit that they prefer discussing important topics with AI companions more than people, according to a new study.
These are the least and most stressed cities in the US, study shows
The most-stressed city also had the highest unemployment and poverty rates in the entire country, according to WalletHub.
These states are most attractive to "dark" personalities, study suggests
People with a “dark factor of personality” are associated with behaviors like aggression, cheating, narcissism, exploitation and more.
Trump administration to end LGBTQ+ youth support on 988 crisis line
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
Most Americans losing sleep over money stress, study finds
A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.
Is your therapist AI? ChatGPT goes viral on social media for its role as Gen Z's new therapist
AI chatbots are stepping into the therapist's chair – and not everyone is thrilled about it.
TikTok launches new meditation feature for teens
This latest in-app guided tool offers a way to boost the well-being of users, and here’s how it works.
People prefer spending time with pets over loved ones when stressed, survey says
Dogs (or just pets in general) truly are man’s best friends.
Lisa Rinna threatened to kill husband Harry Hamlin amid postpartum depression
Lisa Rinna recently opened up about her struggle with postpartum depression, including how the experience led her to threaten her husband, Harry Hamlin.
Some schools are teaching teens how to sleep amid growing mental health crisis
A growing number of schools are teaching teens how to sleep, linking poor rest to mental health struggles, behavior issues, and falling attendance. Ohio and Minnesota districts are now piloting “sleep interventions.”
Cold plunges may help your cells fight stress, new study shows
A new study from the University of Ottawa finds repeated cold plunges may improve cellular health and resilience by enhancing autophagy and reducing damage signals.
Kids with smartphones reported higher well-being than kids without, study finds
Despite kids who reported having overall better well-being compared to kids who did not own smartphones, they also admitted that using social media had negative impacts on their health.
Luke Combs admits his struggle with 'obscure' mental health disorder can be ‘all-consuming’
Luke Combs opened up about his constant struggle with OCD, admitting he has repetitive and anxious thoughts that can impact his work and daily life.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.