Social media has made mental health a more visible part of public conversation, but that does not necessarily mean more people are seeking professional help. At India Today’s HealthWealth Summit, mental health experts highlighted the gap between growing awareness and…
OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A $15-million charitable grant from Kaiser Permanente will help UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland add 20 private inpatient behavioral health rooms, and will expand access to care for young people across Northern California by providing specialized mental…
For years, Palm Beach County has faced a shortage of mental health resources for children, leaving families vulnerable. Now, members of the community are stepping up to fill the need. Florida Atlantic University is launching a new program to provide…
Anxiety in teenagers is widespread in the U.S., with an estimated one in six teens dealing with moderate to severe symptoms, according to a new cross-sectional study, “Estimates of Anxiety Symptoms Among U.S. Adolescents,” published in JAMA Pediatrics. And, alarmingly, nearly…
New research from Jobs for the Future identifies strategies higher ed leaders can implement to help learners from rural communities pursue postsecondary education and higher earning opportunities. College and career pathways can help rural residents identify available opportunities in their…
Suicidal thoughts should be treated as a medical emergency, requiring immediate professional help, just as in cardiac emergencies, said Dr. Deepak Kumar at the Times Network India Health Summit 2026. Dr. Kumar emphasized the importance of taking expressions of suicidal thoughts…
It’s believed that the numbers of girls and young women committing self-harm has risen due to more social media activities, cyber-bullying, social isolation, and sleep deprivation. Most of the ones that do self-harm do not go on to suicide right…
Updated - October 26, 2026 07:54 pm IST - New Delhi: The number of mental health counsellors for students at multiple Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) across the country is several times lower than what the University Grants Commission (UGC) recommends, data obtained through the…
New research from TimelyCare examines why students hesitate to seek support and how colleges can make the first step toward getting help easier. While institutions offer a range of resources to support student well-being, students continue to navigate challenges throughout…
Student Counseling Services SIGNS OF DISTRESS AND HOW TO HELP Recognizing Signs of Distress and How to Help As students adjust to college and develop personal identities, they typically experience some fluctuation in mood, academic performance, and behavior. However, abrupt…
Children's, teens' and students' mental health: school and campus support, anxiety in young people, social media and youth wellbeing.
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