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Department of Justice investigation finds Alaska unnecessarily institutionalizes children, violating federal law

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A major U.S. Department of Justice investigation has concluded that children in Alaska with mental health issues are “forced to endure unnecessary and unduly long” institutionalization in locked psychiatric hospitals and residential treatment facilities because no alternatives exist.

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NBA star pens emotional retirement letter and admits league started to "destroy" him

The NBA will no longer house Tyrell Terry as the youngster has decided to retire from the game early, citing mental health problems as his reasoning in a statement

Daily Mirror

In 2021, judge warned of gay bar attacker's shootout plans

A judge who dismissed a 2021 kidnapping case against the Colorado gay nightclub shooter warned last year the defendant was planning a shootout and needed mental health treatment or ”it’s going to be so bad.”

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Britney Spears strips off again on Insta after Sam Asghari says he doesn't like racy pics

Britney Spears has been dividing fans with her nude photos on Instagram. While some support her liberation, others have shown concern for her mental health. Some followers have even suggested that someone else is controlling her social media

Daily Mirror

Douglas Emhoff tours 988 call center for mental health

Vice President Kamala Harris' husband will visit a new 988 call center that's part of the recently launched national hotline intended to help anyone experiencing a mental health emergency

The Independent UK

Britney Spears opens up on trying to 'find peace in your mental health' amid family feuds

Britney Spears is enjoying being able to travel again, saying she doesn't feel as though she's accepted at her home in Los Angeles

Daily Mirror

Texas LGBT youth report high rate of suicidal thoughts, difficulty getting needed care

AUSTIN, Texas — LGBTQ youth in Texas experienced suicidal thoughts at higher rates than their peers in large states and had a harder time accessing mental health care, according to a survey by the Trevor Project.

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New Texas maternal mortality report shows disparities persist

The Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee report, delayed by more than three months, estimates that up to 90% of the deaths may have been preventable. Severe complications from pregnancy and childbirth also increased significantly.

The Texas Tribune

Climate change is impacting mental health. Queensland farmers are doing something about it

Melanie Shannon and Melinee Leather say they now feel empowered to "survive these traumatic times".

ABC News

Parents of slain UVA student call for stricter gun laws

The parents of a University of Virginia football player killed in a shooting last month are calling for stricter gun laws and more mental health support to prevent future gun deaths

The Independent UK

Off-duty Chicago cop found dead from apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound in Norwood Park

The unidentified 58-year-old female officer was found Thursday morning in the 5800 block of North Northwest Highway.

Chicago Sun-Times

Farm families forced apart by 'forgotten flood', as fears for mental health grow

Many children have spent weeks separated from at least one parent as families in flood-ravaged communities juggle work, school and farm life. Here's how a group of mums and some 'floody buddies' are easing the trauma.

ABC News

Eight lives saved is White Fern's hope

As the White Ferns go into their final game of 2022, Melie Kerr tells Kristy Havill how she's surprised herself this year, and how she hopes her video series on mental health will have saved at least eight lives.

Newsroom.co.nz

Glasgow mental health fund cash returned to Scottish Government

The unused cash has been on the agenda at a recent council meeting.

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Schools are sounding the alarm on a growing mental health crisis for America's kids

A national poll found that 90% of administrators say there is a growing youth mental health crisis.

The Independent UK

Pat Cullen: Who is the former nurse and RCN chief leading the NHS strike?

Union leader grew up in Northern Ireland and was inspired to enter profession by sister’s example

Daily Mirror

Alison Hammond defends Meghan Markle’s behaviour at palace during mental health struggles

This Morning's Alison Hammond has spoken out in support of Meghan Markle in the wake of Netflix documentary Harry & Meghan, saying people aren't their best selves when they're struggling

Belfast Live

Who is Pat Cullen? Northern Ireland woman at the head of the Royal College of Nursing strikes

Growing up in Carrickmore, Cullen started her career in mental health nursing and remains a qualified psychotherapist

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A failing mental health system leaves this mother pleading: Keep him in jail

LOS ANGELES — Deborah Smith begins her days online, searching for her son's name on the Los Angeles County sheriff's inmate locator, a ritual she shares with many moms she's bonded with over the years.

Los Angeles Times

Editorial: 988 is a crucial lifeline — but needs federal guidance and funding to remain vital

For all the convulsive court decisions, congressional hearings, price increases, invasions, mass killings and social media takeovers, 2022 should also be remembered as the year of 988 — the nationwide crisis line that went live in July. If the states and the federal government do their work, the number could…

Daily Mirror

Real Housewives Jen Shah reveals she was hospitalised after suicide attempt

Jennifer Shah has revealed that she was hospitalised after she attempted to take her own life, after the "negativity" from her court trial in 2021 had a devastating impact on her mental health

ABC News

Wieambilla police shooting deaths expose lack of mental health services in Tara, locals say

Residents left reeling after a Western Downs shooting say the tragedy has exposed their region's lack of permanent mental health support in a time of great need.

The Guardian - UK

TikTok self-harm study results ‘every parent’s nightmare’

Research suggests algorithm promotes self-harm and eating disorder content within minutes of interest being shown

The Independent UK

Congress passes bill to fund police de-escalation training

The House has passed bipartisan legislation that would empower law enforcement agencies to adopt de-escalation training when encountering individuals with mental health issues

The Canberra Times

'I just left': Hit-and-run driver discharged despite injuring man on mountain

The teenager was found guilty of failing to stop and give assistance after a crash, but the charge has been dismissed on mental health grounds.

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