988 hotline to simplify access to emotional distress and suicidal crisis resources

Beginning Saturday July 16th, "988" will be a new number available to callers in the United States who are experiencing suicidal crises or emotional distress. Folks in need of care will be able to call, text or chat the simplified number and get access to trained counselors who are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. 

Philadelphia is one of the most stressed cities in America, study finds

A new study conducted by WalletHub revealed that Philadelphia is one of the most stressed cities in the country. The study also includes a ranking for Wilmington, Delaware and two cities in northern New Jersey.

Kids who play team sports are less likely to have mental health issues, study suggests

“The results of this study, coupled with previous research findings, suggest that participation in organized team sport may be a useful medium through which to promote child and adolescent mental health,” the researcher said.

Hope for Hallie Color Run in Delaware County raises mental health awareness

Mental Health Awareness Month in Delaware County was colorfully observed as the inaugural Hope for Hallie Color Run took place in Swarthmore.

Here’s why doctors across the US are prescribing a day in nature for good health

On an intuitive level, connecting with nature makes sense. Humans evolved in an open, natural environment and removing us from this environment could have a negative effect on our health. But what does the research say?

Most Americans feel short mental health breaks boost their well-being, survey finds

The study revealed that most moms struggle with their mental and emotional health and can't prioritize it because of their dual responsibilities of juggling their jobs and caring for others at home.

Stressed out: 4 in 10 women have reached their ‘breaking point,’ survey says

A new online poll says four in 10 women have reached what’s known as a "breaking point," or the point when life stressors become too much and cause a physical, mental or emotional breakdown.

Teen girls who visited ER with eating disorders doubled during pandemic, CDC says

The number of teen girls who visited U.S. emergency rooms for eating disorders doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic, and visits for tic disorders tripled, the CDC said.

US teachers being trained in mental health to help students in turmoil

The California Department of Education funds a program for mental health training for teachers for any school district requesting it. Experts warn of a mental health crisis facing children.