Mental health calls turned violent: Advocates weigh in on crisis response in San Antonio

Last week, seven SAPD officers were injured in a shooting. The original call came in as a suicide in progress with a gun. KSAT has covered multiple stories on mental health response, but does that change in a crisis situation?

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SWLA non-profit providing free beauty services to mothers facing mental health challenges

One in five mothers is affected by mental health issues, according to the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance.

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Fort Lauderdale firefighter shares mental health story to help other first responders

Lt. Andrew Masters opens up about his mental health journey to help break the stigma.

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Traffic moving slow after police respond to mental health crisis in downtown Atlanta

Traffic moving slow after police respond to mental health crisis in downtown Atlanta

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Iowa making mental health changes after settling lawsuit

The state of Iowa has agreed to change how it provides mental health services to children on Medicaid. This action stems from a settlement agreement following a class action lawsuit filed in 2023.

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Open House set for new mental health clinic

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How to get the mental health benefits from plants if you don’t have a green thumb

Many plants are hard to kill, even if you don't have a green thumb. Or you can immerse yourself in green spaces to boost your mood.

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Some mental health beds leave Vt. hospital in cost-saving effort

Friday marked the last day of some mental health beds at the Central Vermont Medical Center. Our Calvin Cutler takes a closer look at the impact.

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‘Thrive’ program addresses teen mental health, well-being

Registration for the Live Like Sam Foundation’s winter Thrive program is now open for middle and high school students.

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