Kids with smartphones by age 12 at higher risk of health issues, study says
Children and adolescents who own smartphones by age 12 have higher risks of depression, poor sleep and obesity, according to a new study.
Depression
What new CDC data on childhood depression shows
The number of adolescents in the U.S. who have suffered a major depressive episode has decreased -- a reversal from the rise during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new data from a CDC look into the mental health and drug use of Americans. Dr. Jon LaPook joins to discuss.
Study: You might not need 10K steps daily
While a common belief is that 10,000 steps per day is the optimal number to hit, a new study published in the Lancet Public Health journal suggests something different. Katherine Owen, biostatistician at the University of Sydney, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
How caring letters prevent suicide
Kevin Hines is a walking miracle, having jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge and survived. But what might have kept him from jumping at all could have been something as simple as getting a letter in the mail. One psychiatrist's long-forgotten idea about giving support to those hospitalized or treated for depression or attempting suicide is being revived, and is finding positive results in an era of texting. Lee Cowan reports. [If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.]
How to combat loneliness
Two new studies suggest older adults are more lonely than they used to be. The American Psychological Association found on average that reported loneliness began to increase after age 75. But loneliness is an issue for all generations. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma, who consults on depression, anxiety disorders, and work-life balance issues, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the findings.
Karamo on mental health: Set emotional goals
"Queer Eye" star Karamo is known for helping people work through their emotions. But it's his own experience with severe depression, anxiety and drug addiction that's helped him become an advocate for mental health. Karamo joins "CBS This Morning's" special "Stop the Stigma" broadcast to discuss why he used to think mental health support was only for "rich white people." He says he even thought of taking his own life.
How deep TMS changed one woman's life
The CDC estimates one out of every six adults will have depression at some point in their lives. Some psychiatrists now recommend a different approach to treatment. As part of the "CBS This Morning" special, "Stop the Stigma: A Conversation About Mental Health," Jamie Yuccas takes a look at the alternative treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate neurons in the brain.
Peer groups help young adults with mental illness
One in six young people experience a mental health disorder each year, and the suicide rate for adolescents age 10 to 14 has nearly tripled in the last decade. Miana Bryant, who was diagnosed with depression in college, didn't know where to turn, so she created a support group called The Mental Elephant for college students to talk with each other about their mental health. Bryant and NAMI medical director Dr. Ken Duckworth join "CBS This Morning's" special "Stop the Stigma" broadcast to discuss how to find help.
Families fight insurers for mental health care
Every year, an estimated 1 in 5 American adults experiences mental illness. When it comes to insurance coverage, the law is clear. The federal Mental Health Parity legislation passed in 2008 requires health insurers to provide at least equal coverage for mental health conditions, as they do for medical and surgical care. But as CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook found out, some families still have to fight to get the life-saving care their loved ones need.
Morissette on "light at the end of the tunnel"
Grammy Award-winning singer Alanis Morissette is sharing about her nearly decade-long experience with postpartum depression. In this excerpt, she tells CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal why she would be willing to go through the heartache and pain of miscarriages and postpartum depression again.
Alanis Morissette on postpartum depression
As we get ready for Wednesday's special live audience show, “Stop the Stigma: A Conversation About Mental Health,” we are focusing on the mental health of mothers. Grammy Award-winning singer Alanis Morissette is sharing her nearly decade-long experience with postpartum depression. In an essay on her website, the 45-year-old revealed she's dealing with the condition for a third time. Up to one in seven women experience postpartum depression which can appear days or even months after delivering a baby. Mireya Villarreal reports.
"CBS This Morning": Stop the Stigma
In an effort to help break down stigmas surrounding mental health, "CBS This Morning" broadcast a special live audience event, "Stop the Stigma: A Conversation About Mental Health." Guests include "Queer Eye" star Karamo, a former social worker, mental health advocate and relationship expert who will discuss his experience with depression, and Cynthia Germanotta, who founded Born This Way Foundation with daughter Lady Gaga, about how mental illnesses affect a family.
How to avoid seasonal depression
There's a potentially negative outcome of the end of daylight saving time: seasonal depression. When we fall back, the sun rises and sets an hour earlier. That can disrupt our natural rhythm and cause seasonal affective disorder. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how to avoid the possible impact.
Open: This is "Face the Nation"
This week on "Face the Nation," guest moderator John Dickerson reports on the impact of tropical depression Florence. He interviews FEMA Administrator Brock Long, Sen. Thom Tillis and Sen. Lindsey Graham. Plus, CBS News Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett discusses his new book, "Mr. Trump's Wild Ride."
Is LSD a wonder drug for mental health?
Faith Salie reports on how LSD and "magic mushrooms" are being studied for their ability to help patients conquer anxiety and depression without the psychedelia long associated with mind-altering drugs. Salie talks with author Ayelet Waldman, who microdosed LSD and overcame a deep depression, and with NYU professor Tony Bossis, who conducted a clinical trial of cancer patients treated for depression with a one-time dose of the psychedelic Psilocybin. (Originally broadcast March 18, 2018.)
The Eagleton Syndrome
Thomas Pike seems like a man who has it all: a good job, plenty of money, and a happy family. Yet, Pike tells Mike Wallace, over the years he's had "a gnawing fear that maybe I was losing my grip...or maybe my mind." 60 Minutes looks at the science, and the suffering, of depression.
Secrets & Lies
In a landmark legal case, Phyllis and Marty Juman sued Louise Wise Services, claiming the adoption agency concealed the fact that their adoptive son's parents were both severely mentally ill. Mike Wallace reports.
A soldier seeks answers
Sgt. Tom Bates returned from repeated military deployments feeling depressed, even suicidal. Diagnosed with PTSD, Bates suspected something else was going on. Now, scans appear to confirm that Bates suffers the same degenerative brain condition as some concussed NFL players.
Is shock therapy making a comeback?
For people with treatment-resistant depression, a controversial therapy gains ground and leads to innovation; this Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT
Using psychedelics to overcome anxiety
Most of the 51 cancer patients in a Johns Hopkins study saw their depression and anxiety decrease after their psilocybin experience. Kerry Pappas was one of those patients
Sneak peek: A Death in Payson Canyon
A teenager’s death appeared to be a suicide -- but investigators say she was helped by a friend who recorded it and weeks earlier texted “it's like getting away with murder.” CBS News' David Begnaud investigates Saturday, October 26 at 9/8c on CBS.
Here Comes the Sun: Mark & Jay Duplass and more
Brothers Mark and Jay Duplass sit down with Luke Burbank to discuss their success in Hollywood. Then, Conor Knighton travels to St. Petersburg, Florida, to visit The Dalí Museum, showcasing more than 2,400 works by artist Salvador Dalí. "Here Comes the Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Eye on America: Male loneliness crisis
In Massachusetts, we visit a weekend camp that’s helping men combat feelings of loneliness. And in North Carolina, we check out a viral workout experience that combines step aerobics with hip-hop. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: New help for postpartum moms
We tour a Michigan facility that's treating postpartum depression with a new approach. In California, a social media influencer documents her experience as part of a growing generation of unpaid family caregivers. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Dads can get postpartum depression too. Here's what to know.
Postpartum depression, a serious mental health condition, isn't just something new moms can struggle with — studies show new dads can also be affected.
Men detained in El Salvador's notorious prison detail harrowing experiences
Venezuelans spent months in a Salvadoran prison after being sent there by the U.S. Imprisoned men described torture — and research and records back up many of their claims.
1,500 soldiers placed on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis
A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.
Can Americans trust the investigation into Renee Good's killing?
Senior ICE official Marcos Charles said videos of immigration enforcement in Minneapolis don't tell the entire story. He said officers are acting lawfully and with professionalism.
Europeans reeling from Trump threat to impose tariffs on 8 countries
Europeans were reeling Sunday from President Trump's announcement that eight countries will face a 10% tariff for opposing American control of Greenland.
Minneapolis police chief angered by some of ICE's tactics
After seeing footage of an ICE arrest in Minneapolis, Police Chief Brian O'Hara said that if those federal officers worked for him, "they'd have a problem right now."
Man arrested by ICE in Minneapolis dies in federal custody in Texas
A 36-year-old man who was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minneapolis died while under the custody of federal law enforcement in Texas on Wednesday, according to the agency.
Trump admin's claims of "reverse discrimination" upend DOJ Civil Rights Division
A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.
CBS News poll finds more Americans say ICE being too tough
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
High-speed train derailment kills at least 39 in Spain, police say
Spanish police said Monday that at least 39 people died and 159 were injured in a high-speed train collision in southern Spain.
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What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?
Most stores on Monday are open during their regular business hours on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with a few exceptions.
Man arrested by ICE in Minneapolis dies while in federal agency's custody
A 36-year-old man who was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minneapolis died while under the custody of federal law enforcement in Texas on Wednesday, according to the agency.
Trump admin's claims of "reverse discrimination" upend DOJ Civil Rights Division
A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 18, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey join Margaret Brennan.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says federal agents are an "occupying force"
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized the administration's immigration operations, calling the surge of federal agents an "occupying force that has quite literally invaded our city."
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What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?
Most stores on Monday are open during their regular business hours on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with a few exceptions.
Here are the hurdles Trump faces in his push for low interest rates and a friendly Fed
As the president prepares to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, he's made no secret of his goal for lower interest rates — but there are a few political roadblocks in the way.
Education Department delays wage garnishment plan for defaulted student loans
The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
Venezuelan oil is coming to the U.S. What will it mean for gas prices?
The Trump administration says it has completed the first sale of Venezuelan oil to the U.S. Will it mean lower prices at the pump?
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
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DOJ probing protesters group that disrupted services at church with ICE pastor
The Justice Dept. says it's investigating a group of protesters in Minnesota who disrupted services at a church where a local ICE official apparently serves as a pastor.
Trump admin's claims of "reverse discrimination" upend DOJ Civil Rights Division
A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 18, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey join Margaret Brennan.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says federal agents are an "occupying force"
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized the administration's immigration operations, calling the surge of federal agents an "occupying force that has quite literally invaded our city."
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 18, 2026.
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Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
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Mom reveals last words from son killed in U.S. Maduro assault
Saul Pereira Martinez had finished his shift on guard duty at Fort Tiuna, where Maduro was sheltered. The last time his mother spoke to him was at 2:00 am.
Shark mauls surfer in Sydney day after boy bitten, critically injured
A surfer was attacked one day after a large shark bit a 12-year-old boy in the legs, leaving him fighting for survival in a hospital.
Man arrested by ICE in Minneapolis dies while in federal agency's custody
A 36-year-old man who was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minneapolis died while under the custody of federal law enforcement in Texas on Wednesday, according to the agency.
High-speed train derailment kills at least 39 in Spain, police say
Spanish police said Monday that at least 39 people died and 159 were injured in a high-speed train collision in southern Spain.
8 police officers killed in Guatemala after prison crackdown on gangs
The killings occurred a day after gang member inmates took 46 people hostage in three prisons across the country, officials said.
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Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks: "Probably the funniest person of all time"
As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like the director of such classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"
Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks
As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like Mel Brooks, the filmmaker of such comedy classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol, "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!" Apatow talks with Tracy Smith about the World War II veteran who broke comedy taboos by lampooning Nazis and racists, and about Brooks' long friendship with another comic legend, Carl Reiner.
Stellan Skarsgård on acting: "It is like being a child … you never grow up"
The Swedish actor has been in 150 films and TV shows, from "Breaking the Waves" and "Mamma Mia!" to "Andor." He talks about his Golden Globe-winning performance in "Sentimental Value," playing a filmmaker-father trying to reconcile with his actress-daughters.
Extended interview: Stellan Skarsgård
In this web exclusive, Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård discusses his Golden Globe-winning performance in the film "Sentimental Value," in which he plays a director trying to reconnect with his daughter, an actress, by writing a role for her to play. He also talks about the effect of his 2022 stroke, which occurred during production of "Andor" and the "Dune" films, and how he feels he has changed as an actor after more than 150 film and TV credits.
"Sentimental Value" star Stellan Skarsgård
Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård has been in 150 films and TV shows, from "Breaking the Waves" and "Good Will Hunting," to "Mamma Mia!" and the "Star Wars" series "Andor." He just won a Golden Globe Award for his performance in "Sentimental Value," playing a filmmaker-father trying to reconcile with his estranged actress-daughters. Skarsgård talks with Seth Doane about why he's never bored making films; being a father of eight; and working with the effects of a 2022 stroke.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
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8 police officers killed in Guatemala after prison crackdown on gangs
The killings occurred a day after gang member inmates took 46 people hostage in three prisons across the country, officials said.
Libyan man in Minnesota for treatment for rare skin condition detained by ICE
Hani Duglof and his brother Mohamad Duklef left Libya more than a decade ago, unable to find relief for a rare condition that threatens to leave their skin torn and blistered at even the slightest provocation.
Will a woman's final moments, caught on tape, help prove she was murdered?
Bruno Rocuba claims a freak accident while handling his gun caused the death of his wife, Melissa Rocuba. He was not arrested or charged with any crime. Years later, investigators uncover disturbing new evidence that challenges what really happened that night in their Pennsylvania bedroom.
Investigators say jealousy was a motive in murder of Texas teen
Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.
Couple probed for child abuse had more surrogate babies
This past July, police in California raided the home of Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang over allegations of possible child abuse. The couple's 21 children, mostly surrogate-born, were taken into state custody as an investigation began. In the months since their arrest and release, the couple has had at least five more surrogate-born babies. The couple is now fighting for custody of all of their children and is suing some of their surrogates in the process. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
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NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
Countdown to new lunar mission
NASA says it could be just weeks away from launching astronauts on a flight around the moon for the first time in more than half a century. Final preparations are underway at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the Artemis II moon rocket is expected to roll out to the launch pad on Saturday.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Bison returning to parts of North America
After decades of careful land management, bison are returning in small pockets across their historic North American range. Marissa Perlman reports.
Vegas casino turns to electronic table games
Las Vegas' Golden Gate Hotel Casino has removed all of its live dealers, making every table game electronic. That move comes as data from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority shows the city hosted roughly 7% fewer visitors in 2025 compared to 2024. Andres Gutierrez reports.
At least 21 dead in Spain train crash
A high-speed train derailed and collided with an oncoming train in Spain on Sunday. At least 21 people are dead and more than 100 others are injured, some of them seriously.
Snow, cold temperatures hit Midwest, Northeast
A winter blast brought more snow and frigid temperatures to the Midwest and East Coast this weekend. Shanelle Kaul reports on the conditions and Andrew Kozak has a look at the forecast.
Rough numbers for Trump in new CBS News poll
A new CBS News poll shows only 41% of Americans approve of the job President Trump is doing, but there are wide partisan divides on his handling of specific issues like immigration. Willie James Inman has more.