Fed-up parents in Senate push for ban of social media for kids

A group of senators is considering legislation banning social media for children under 13 years old amid growing concerns from parents about the negative impact of social media on children's mental health and well-being.

R&R House: Veteran support system in Pewaukee unlike anything else
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R&R House operates through a grant provided by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.?Any state veteran can go there and get one-on-one mental health support.

Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking, US surgeon general says

“(Loneliness) is like hunger or thirst. It's a feeling the body sends us when something we need for survival is missing," the U.S. surgeon general said.

Kohl's donation to Children's Wisconsin; $3M for mental health clinics
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Children?s Wisconsin and Kohl?s announced on Monday that the two are expanding their partnership to improve access to mental health services for children.

Kohl's donation to Children's Wisconsin; $3M for mental health clinics

Children’s Wisconsin and Kohl’s announced on Monday, May 1 that the two are expanding their partnership to improve access to mental health services for children.

Milwaukee County mental health services; $600K for communities of color

With higher demand and fewer people who want to do the job, Milwaukee's mental health service providers say keeping up is a challenge. Milwaukee County's allocation of $600,000 will allow for the hiring of more staff.

Fetterman leaves Walter Reed with depression 'in remission'

In a statement, Fetterman’s office says his depression was treated with medication and that he's wearing hearing aids for hearing loss.

Trans flight attendant known for United commercial dies by apparent suicide

Kayleigh Scott, a flight attendant and activist, had a "way of making people feel comfortable and provided support or help to transgender people that needed it," her mom said.

988 lifeline: Wisconsin call center sees volume increase

Since the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline launched, Wisconsin's call center in Green Bay has seen an increase in people seeking help.

988 lifeline: Wisconsin call center sees volume increase
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Since the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline launched, Wisconsin's call center in Green Bay has seen an increase in people seeking help.

Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates a deficit of 10,000 mental health professionals by 2025 across the country

'Ted Lasso' cast visit White House, promote mental health care

Comedian Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character, and other cast members were meeting with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden to talk about how mental health contributes to overall well-being.

World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks

The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.