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.
Efforts continue to get TREAT California initiative on ballot
There's a new initiative to bring psychedelic-assisted therapy to California, but it's going to require one million voter signatures to get it on the ballot.
Depression identified as 'contributing cause' of type 2 diabetes risk, study finds
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
Marvel's Chris Evans ditched Los Angeles for his mental health
Newly-married actor Chris Evans said he linked Los Angeles to "Pavlovian anxiety" and sought refuge in New England, where he was raised.
California lawmakers approve bills including eviction protections and mental health care reform
The California Legislature voted Thursday to bolster eviction protections for renters and close a loophole in an existing law that has allowed landlords to circumvent the state’s rent cap.
The Silent Epidemic: One family's struggle with mental illness
Two Southern California parents say there is an untreated epidemic of mental illness and it needs to be our focus.
Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
Psychedelics, including magic mushrooms, one step closer to decriminalization in California
The new legislation would include psychedelics like 'magic mushrooms'.
Non-invasive medical therapy used for new depression treatment
Some Angelenos are turning to Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation to treat their depression symptoms.
Excessive social media use has many of the same effects as substance abuse, says expert
How to know if you're addicted — and how to 'detox,' according to a clinical psychologist.
Long Beach launches 'Community Crisis Response Team'
The pilot program made up of five mental health professionals will serve the Westside.
New influencer trend could prompt mental health crises, suicide as users tune into 'fake life': Tech Founder
'Projecting perfection': Humane technologist warns that new influencer trend could damage kids' mental health
Bed rotting: TikTok's latest trend comes with health warning
Advocates say it's a form of self-care, but some doctors say it could be a sign of depression.