Mental Health Good News

Stories about people and organizations making a difference for mental health — and fighting the stigma around mental health

Two doctors dressed as clowns sit with a young boy patient in a children's hospital, where they draw pictures together.

Medical clowns reduce stress & shorten hospital stays for children, new study finds

The patients in the study also had reduced stress levels and needed less antibiotic care.
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Kamala Harris and Tim Walz entering the stage at the Fiserv Forum during night 2 of the 2024 DNC

Gus Walz's unbridled emotion on the DNC stage opens the door to more understanding of neurodiversity

For most Americans, this was their first introduction to Gus, the neurodivergent son of Minnesota Governor and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz. This moment is an opportunity to learn how to better understand and support neurodiversity.
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A group of kids in a classroom listening to their teacher

Today's school children practice running for their lives — but there are better ways to keep students safe from shooters

A new initiative by the National Academies has been initiated to assess the effects of active shooter drills on student health and well-being and to determine best practices in preparing schools to respond to threats of violence.
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Two photos next to each other. On the left, an illustration of Michael Barbaro with gray hair and a beard, black rectangular glasses, a white collared shirt, and a navy blue tie. On the right, an iPhone screenshot of Michael Barbaro's Calm Sleep Story, The Nightly, in the Calm meditation app

Michael Barbaro debuts 'The Nightly,' reporting 'good news' as bedtime stories, with his signature soothing voice

Michael Barbaro, host of ‘The Daily,’ has pivoted to a new venture: Helping listeners unwind before bed with a dose of good news.
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On a pink background is a banner reading "Fail-A-Bration" surrounded by colorful streamers and confetti

Brad Montague has failed a lot in life, so now he's inviting everyone else to celebrate their own mistakes

In his newest book, Brad Montague aims to remove the shame from failure and teaches young and old the best way to celebrate their mistakes.
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Suicide Quote Graphic: This life. This night. Your story. Your pain. Your hope. It matters. All of it matters. — Jamie Tworkowski

65 suicide prevention quotes to remind you that hope and help are always within reach

We’ve collected meaningful and hopeful quotes about suicide and suicide prevention — but also about experiencing pain, and heaviness, and the big questions of life.
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Abstract representation of mental health, with shapes and lines inside of a "brain"

September is National Suicide Prevention Month: 17 ways to take action and make a difference

With events, screenings, activities, and more, Suicide Prevention Month catalyzes us to learn more, seek help, offer support, and open our hearts and minds to vulnerable conversations.
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Orange September Awareness Month Calendar

Your guide to September's major awareness months, weeks, and days

The ultimate calendar of September’s awareness days, national months, and more...
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A woman works on her laptop in a dark office.

Australians just won the 'right to disconnect' from work after hours. These US states have considered it too.

Australia joined 12 other countries in setting work boundaries, and parts of the US have proposed it too.
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An overlooking view of a city

The healthiest cities in America: New rankings reveal the top and bottom contenders

There are so many factors that can influence healthy living and weight loss. Genetics and psychology both play a major role, but so can a person's environment.
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A photo collage of an illustration of a Narcan sensor implant, an aerial view of a Banyan tree, a lab-grown starfish, an aerial view of 3D-printed houses, and Neffy, the first FDA-approved non-injectable drug for severe allergic reactions

Good News This Week: August 17, 2024 - Starfish, Sensors, & Trees

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Three images from left to right: Weatherman Nate Byrne has his hands clasped together as he says: "Lisa, maybe I could hand it back to you." Lisa Miller says, "You certainly can, Nate." Nate says: "I'm actually going to need to stop for a second."

A weatherman had a panic attack on live TV in a now-viral clip. Then his coworkers swooped in.

Nate Byrne has had multiple panic attacks on air over the last two years, and his coworkers never fail to step in to help.
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