mental-health

The proposal covers people with cognitive, developmental, physical or emotional disabilities as well as those with brain injuries who go missing.

The new study surveying more than 700 critical care nurses found that 40% were struggling with symptoms of depression.

The rise in depression and anxiety among teenagers comes at a significant stage in their development.

We speak with Sarah Miller of the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Miller works with families to connect them with resources within the mental health system.

As more people return to air travel, several airports are offering yoga, stretching and meditation areas. Live music and therapy pet programs are also intended to calm stressed-out travelers.

Dr. Cynthia Gries, the hospital system’s lung transplant director, has treated COVID-19 patients throughout the pandemic, says it’s common for her to see symptoms of PTSD in patients after they recover.

"It just is really sad to see what was supposed to be the best years of your life, like, go down the tubes."

State Sen. Gayle Harrell wants to ensure a simple phone call is all it takes for veterans to get mental health services.

On "Florida Matters," host Bradley George talks with Lynn Hatter, the Health News Florida reporter who did our recent five-part series on children and the Baker Act.

The increased demand for intensive mental health care that has accompanied the pandemic has worsened issues that have long plagued the system.