New LSD-based drug eases depression symptoms in late-stage trial
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
The latest LSD-based drug was used in a clinical trial to support patients with major depression in an initial step in bringing the drug closer to Food and Drug Administration submission and review.
Health Department commits over $700 million to mental health and homelessness efforts
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to tackle the root causes of homelessness and mental health with millions of dollars allocated to expand local health clinics, recovery programs, and other initiatives.
Depression: Lingering symptoms despite being 'fine'
New global data suggests that for many, "fine" can still mean feelings and symptoms that are unspoken. Dr. Jessica Jackson, PHD and Kati Morton, LMFT talk about the findings and what you can do.
New global data suggests that for many, "fine" can still mean feelings and symptoms that are unspoken. Dr. Jessica Jackson, PHD and Kati Morton, LMFT talk about the findings and what you can do.
Kentucky social media settlement: Meta reportedly paying $27M to settle addiction case
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
Meta platforms are reportedly paying $27 million to settle a social media addiction case in Kentucky, Reuters reported.
One type of sitting may pose greater dementia risk than another, study suggests
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
New research findings suggest not all sitting behaviors are equal when it comes to protecting long-term brain health.
A positive attitude may help you live longer, new study finds
Growing research suggests that optimism may protect the heart. Here’s what to know.
Growing research suggests that optimism may protect the heart. Here’s what to know.
Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Hearts2Heal
Grief is something we all experience, yet it's often faced in silence and in isolation. The nonprofit Hearts2Heal is working to change that. Founder, president and CEO Maria Brown-Spence and director of photography Jeremiah Sudarmanto join Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson to share how.
Grief is something we all experience, yet it's often faced in silence and in isolation. The nonprofit Hearts2Heal is working to change that. Founder, president and CEO Maria Brown-Spence and director of photography Jeremiah Sudarmanto join Good Day Austin's Katie Jackson to share how.
Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
Texas to launch independent psychedelic study after drug companies miss mark
After losing faith in potential drug company partners, Texas is planning to launch an independent study into the medical application of ibogaine, a naturally occurring plant with psychedelic properties that's been promising for PTSD and other mental maladies.
After losing faith in potential drug company partners, Texas is planning to launch an independent study into the medical application of ibogaine, a naturally occurring plant with psychedelic properties that's been promising for PTSD and other mental maladies.
Military suicides decline in 2024, but long-term trend remains a concern
The number of U.S. service members who died by suicide declined in 2024, according to a Pentagon report, marking a reversal from an increase the previous year.
The number of U.S. service members who died by suicide declined in 2024, according to a Pentagon report, marking a reversal from an increase the previous year.
Exercise-boosted liver enzyme tied to Alzheimer’s protection, study finds
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Williamson County welcomes first crisis K-9, Chase
Meet Chase, Williamson County's first-ever crisis K-9!
Meet Chase, Williamson County's first-ever crisis K-9!
Meta violated child safety laws, jury says: What this means for social media
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
VA providing $112M in grants for veteran suicide prevention programs across the country
The latest Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suicide report shows that in 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by suicide, an average of 17 a day. And while there were slightly fewer deaths, the report reinforces the need for continued support and prevention efforts.
The latest Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suicide report shows that in 2023, 6,398 Veterans died by suicide, an average of 17 a day. And while there were slightly fewer deaths, the report reinforces the need for continued support and prevention efforts.
Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
Katherine Short, daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42: report
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial
Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.
Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.
Texas State University PD swears in new therapy dogs
Texas State University has two new therapy dogs, who were sworn in as part of the university police force.
Texas State University has two new therapy dogs, who were sworn in as part of the university police force.
Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.