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Examining the link between dog ownership, physical activity, and mental health

A study in BMC Psychology found that while dog owners are more active, only independent exercise—not dog-related activities—improves mental health. Researchers caution against adopting dogs solely for well-being, as loneliness and exercise habits play a greater role.

Student mental health support funds going to Illinois community colleges

More than $3.6 million is going to 32 community colleges around the state to support mental health among students.

Veterans organizations unite to support mental health and resources

Local veterans organizations joined forces today to support those who have served the country and their families.

Study reveals mental health toll of underemployment among skilled immigrants

Skilled immigrants working in jobs they're vastly overqualified for face significant mental health challenges including a loss of skills and professional identity, a new study published in Frontiers in ...

Mental health crisis, HOA dispute led to Shelby County standoff and father, son found dead, family says

“I don’t want this situation to go to waste,’’ the grieving mother said. “I want to change HOA laws in Alabama and the country.”

LunaJoy launches revamped certificate program for clinicians to treat women’s mental health

LunaJoy Health, a women’s mental health provider, has revamped its virtual certification program intended for clinicians working with women. | The online training, which is available only to LunaJoy clinicians for now, counts toward CME credit. Next quarter, LunaJoy hopes to make it available more widely and to also offer broader CE credit.

Employer Group Sues to Block Mental Health Parity Rules

Only weeks after the principal effective date for the final 2024 federal mental health parity rules for employer-sponsored health benefit plans, those rules—and specifically some key features that are frustrating employers—are being challenged as examples of regulatory overreach.

Extreme temperatures impact teens’ mental health | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures can affect adolescents’ mental health and behavior.

The effects of plane incidents and tragedies on mental health

Spectrum News 1's National Mental Health Correspondent Dr. Nicole Clark has more, including ways to cope.