I-Team: Families say proposed mental health legislation would prevent tragedies
Massachusetts is one of only three states in the country that does not have Assisted Outpatient Treatment on the books.
Massachusetts is one of only three states in the country that does not have Assisted Outpatient Treatment on the books.
The BRYT program has helped hundreds of students transition back to school after an extended mental health absence.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is offering Boston residents free unlimited, two-hour Adventure Passes on Bluebikes on Sundays in May
An innovative program in Arlington is embedding mental health professionals with the police department.
Young adults from communities that do not accept them for who they are have found a home in Provincetown.
Each year BPS trains more than 40 school psychologists, 50 social workers and more than 20 school counselors.
What you eat is critical for avoiding diseases like diabetes and heart disease. But it could also impact your mental health.
There are several organizations available to help.
Noah Dhaliwal is using the beloved playground game of kickball to fight back against teen suicide.
According to new CDC data, teen visits to the ER for mental health conditions declined between 2021 and 2022.
Many of our kids are stressed these days, but sometimes parents can make an anxious child feel even more anxious. Dr. Mallika Marshall has tips on what parents can do to make kids feel better and not worse.
A new study finds that learning how to forgive may bring us all some peace of mind.
May 3 is World Maternal Mental Health Day, which raises awareness about mental health conditions women experience during and after pregnancy.
A survey conducted by The Trevor Project found that over 28,000 LGBTQ people aged 13 to 24 had poor mental health due to today's "hostile political climate."
A local family turned their tragic loss into an avenue of help for struggling teens.
One of the toughest challenges for parents of kids who are struggling with mental health issues is how and where to find help.
Research shows most youth are "extremely worried" about climate change. Kids and young adults who struggle with climate anxiety can perceive they have no future or that humanity is doomed.
Johann Hari spent three months in Provincetown without an Internet connection as a way to break free from it all.
A Colorado school district is prioritizing mental health by building a new facility that will double up as a school and a mental health day-treatment center.
A severe shortage of mental health treatment options means kids in crisis increasingly find themselves in emergency rooms for weeks or longer.
A local high school is teaming up with police to teach Mental Health First Aid.
A California psychology professor has gained a million followers on TikTok by debunking "wellness" advice that could do more harm than good.
Children and teens across the U.S. increasingly face significant mental health challenges and a severe shortage of services to treat them. The result: kids everywhere are in crisis.
Dr. Mallika Marshall has some helpful advice for parents and children dealing with the anxiety and feelings created by these events.
Through sewing textured patches into thrifted clothes, Cuerdos hopes to self-soothe and raise awareness for mental health.
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
A new study finds that people with breast cancer are more likely to develop a second cancer over time.
The CDC is keeping a close eye on the impact that rising heat is having on o
The CDC has issued an advisory about the risks of safely injecting Botox after some people have gotten so sick they had to be hospitalized.
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
Members of Gen-Z believe they are aging faster than other generations, but is that true?
Scientists are making progress in using less toxic immunotherapy instead of traditional chemotherapy to fight cancer.
A solemn procession is taking place Saturday as the body of Billerica Police Sgt. Ian Taylor will be transported to the medical examiner's office in Boston.
A woman and child were killed by a man in an apparent murder-suicide in Lowell on Saturday, according to police.
The Patriots addressed several needs at the 2024 NFL Draft, focusing nearly entirely on the offensive side of the ball.
Brad Marchand broke the Boston playoff goals record with his 56th and the Bruins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 in Game 4 on Saturday night to move within a victory of advancing to the second round.
An encampment at Northeastern University is being cleared. Campus officials reported the use of "virulent antisemitic slurs."
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
A new study finds that people with breast cancer are more likely to develop a second cancer over time.
The CDC is keeping a close eye on the impact that rising heat is having on o
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
State contracts obtained by the I-Team show taxpayers are paying tens of millions of dollars to hotels for rooms and food.
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
William Foley Jr., a five-time drunk driver who lost his license after a fatal crash in 2001, is back behind bars after an I-Team investigation.
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit helps go after violent criminals, including some right here in Boston.
Quincy City Council President Ian Cain and Swansea attorney John Deaton are seeking the Republican nomination to run against Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
Pro-Palestinian students have accelerated their protests of the Israel-Hamas war. But are the they helping or hurting their cause?
Massachusetts State Sen. Peter Durant weighed in on budget concerns in Massachusetts.
According to ADL's annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, Massachusetts had the fifth most incidents in the country last year, up a shocking 189 percent over 2022.
"It's the golden goose," said Rooney of Boston's commercial property taxes, which provides a large percentage of the city's annual revenue.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Boston-based box wine brand Alileo teamed up with Caffe Nero to launch a coffee and wine experience in Massachusetts.
Today is Patriots' Day in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the celebrations and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Robert Shure is the talented sculptor behind the FAO Schwartz teddy bear, the Cy Young memorial and the Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial.
Ming Tsai demonstrates how to cook a traditional Chinese street food - Ming's bings.
Founded out of love, Rustic Marlin is a home décor and lifestyle brand with a unique origin story in Massachusetts.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
Brad Marchand broke the Boston playoff goals record with his 56th and the Bruins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 in Game 4 on Saturday night to move within a victory of advancing to the second round.
Lionel Messi played in front of a record crowd at Gillette Stadium on Saturday night and put on quite the show for soccer fans in New England.
The Patriots have five quarterbacks on the roster, and Jerod Mayo hopes that crowded QB room inside Gillette Stadium breeds a lot of competition at the most important position on the field.
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown each scored 22 points, and the Boston Celtics soundly beat the Miami Heat 104-84 on Saturday night to a take a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series.
The Patriots addressed several needs at the 2024 NFL Draft, focusing nearly entirely on the offensive side of the ball.
Researchers spotted a 37-year-old right whale mother named Wolf and her calf off the coast of Massachusetts.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.