National Runaway Prevention Month highlights growing need for support
As November unfolds, National Runaway Prevention Month aims to shed light on the challenges faced by youth experiencing homelessness and other adversities. With over 4.2 million young people aged 13-25 facing homelessness annually in the United States, efforts to address this issue have become increasingly crucial.
Learn more about the impact of color psychology
Studies have proven the weather can affect your mood, but can the color of your clothes? FOX 11's Brooke Thomas reports.
The impact of color psychology
Can the color of your clothes impact your mood? It turns out, hues can impact your behavior. FOX 11's Brooke Thomas reports.
Suicide deaths reached a record high in 2022: Here's why rates are higher in men
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.
Here's how much money you need to be happy, according to 2023 survey
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
New Hampshire psychiatric hospital shooting ends with suspect dead
A shooting at a New Hampshire psychiatric hospital Friday ended with “multiple victims" and a dead shooter, authorities said.
Former deputy sounds alarm on LA County deputy suicides
A former deputy is sounding the alarm in the wake of the recent suicide cases at LA County Sheriff's Department.
Retired LAPD, LASD detectives advocate for mental health support in law enforcement
FOX 11's Gina Silva reports some law enforcement officers fear possibly losing their jobs if they were to come forward with their mental health struggles.
4 suicides in 2 days: Disturbing reality of mental health struggles among first responders
LASD was hit with the shocking news that members of the department have taken their own lives. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.
Cops fear losing jobs over talking about mental health struggles
FOX 11's Gina Silva reports some law enforcement officers fear possibly losing their jobs if they were to come forward with their mental health struggles.
Sheriff Robert Luna responds to 4 suicides in 2 days within LASD community
"I have the deepest concern for your well-being, and I’m committed to developing a healthier plan to reduce work stress factors to support our employees,” Sheriff Luna said in a statement sent to LASD personnel.
Anger can motivate people to achieve their goals, new study suggests: 'Sharpened focus'
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
Here are some ways to help identify and prevent bullying, expert says
In today's world, bullying has become an increasingly pervasive and concerning issue, largely due to the influence of social media.
Here are the best and worst US states for mental health, as revealed in new report
Where you live could have a lot to do with how you feel, according to a recent study.
The most common phobias in each US state, according to search trends
“A fear of people" – or anthropophobia – was most commonly searched in populous states like California and New York, the report said.
New California law aims to force people with mental illness or addiction to get help
More Californians with untreated mental illness and addiction issues could be detained against their will and forced into treatment under a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, a move to help overhaul the state’s mental health system and address its growing homelessness crisis.
Inglewood campus takes on mental wellness
"Our Own" hopes to tackle mental health issues at school.
LA County $46B budget update: Board says yes to more mental health specialists, foster care staff
The Board of Supervisors approved LA County's updated $46.7 billion budget for the 2023-34 fiscal year, adding hundreds of new positions.
California’s new mental health court rolls out to high expectations and uncertainty
An alternative mental health court program designed to fast-track people with untreated schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders into housing and medical care — potentially without their consent — kicked off in seven California counties, including San Francisco, on Monday.