A Staunton judge dismissed a lawsuit filed against the heads of Virginia’s behavioral health agency and the state’s only public psychiatric hospital for children after the facility failed to admit… Judge dismisses lawsuit over Virginia’s failure to meet itsRead more
Category: Mental Health
Study shows pandemic increased depression and anxiety in
The first known U.S. study evaluates the mental health of practicing dentists and dental hygienists during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the first known U.S. study that evaluates the mental… Study shows pandemic increased depression and anxiety inRead more
Colorado woman accused of killing her stepson, Gannon
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – Letecia Stauch, the Colorado woman accused of murdering her 11-year-old stepson Gannon Stauch, appeared in court on Thursday. The trial for Stauch is in limbo… Colorado woman accused of killing her stepson, GannonRead more
Brewster’s School Safety Efforts Reflected in 2022-23 Budget
McKeesport, July 21,2022 – State Sen. Jim Brewster’s efforts to protect Pennsylvania schools have paid off with a $200 million increase in funds for safety and security and mental health… Brewster’s School Safety Efforts Reflected in 2022-23 BudgetRead more
Kalamazoo man charged with girlfriend’s killing to undergo
KALAMAZOO, MI – A man accused of killing his girlfriend will undergo mental health treatment to see if he can become competent to stand trial. Anthony Ozomaro, 35, is charged… Kalamazoo man charged with girlfriend’s killing to undergoRead more
Mental competency claims raised by attorneys in high-profile
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Attorneys who are representing defendants in five high-profile Northeast Florida cases that involve charges of either manslaughter or murder have brought into question their client’s mental competency,… Mental competency claims raised by attorneys in high-profileRead more
Psilocybin microdosers display mental health improvement
Psilocybin, the active compound in “magic mushrooms,” has been shown to be a promising treatment for various mental health issues. New research published in Scientific Reports found that people who… Psilocybin microdosers display mental health improvementRead more
Fargo crime spree suspect to undergo mental health
FARGO — The man accused of a violent 30-minute rampage across the city of Fargo appeared in court for the first time Friday. Maichael Yousa, 28, appeared via interactive television… Fargo crime spree suspect to undergo mental healthRead more