mental health

St. Petersburg's Cole Smith used his AI background to create Opal, a software tool for therapists, a client management platform and a place for patients to interact whatever they want, whenever they want.

More older people are using cannabis products regularly, but research suggests their cannabis-related health problems are also on the rise.

The report focused on the overall mental well-being of those in the agriculture industry. Of the 671 respondents, 67% reported feeling sad or depressed and 9% experienced suicidal thoughts.

At the hospital system's second mental health conference, experts spoke about embracing trends and technologies to address issues such as the loneliness epidemic.

Mental health professionals designed the program to provide students with a deeper understanding of mental health, reduce stigma and build a culture of support within schools.

Residents and providers are stepping up, but stigmas still block access. And cultural norms, misinformation and unrealistic expectations can keep people from getting care.

But there’s hope, with some local and nonprofit mental health providers.

With prom and graduation season upon us, many teens may be feeling the pressure, and in some cases, serious stress. The good news is there are low and no-cost resources available across South Florida.

A new training program teaches workers to stop the baby talk and address older people as adults.

On "Florida Matters," guest experts offer advice on getting through crises. In addition, some of you reached out with stories about how last year’s storms affected your psychological well-being.