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Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren’t hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren’t hurting (or helping) their mental health They do report effects on sleep and productivity, however. By Karissa Bell April 15, 2026   Anna Barclay via Getty Images Most teens in the United States say that Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat aren’t harming their mental health, though a slightly … Continue reading Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren’t hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most employers offer mental health care benefits: that doesn’t mean they’re effective

October 14, 2025 Most employers offer mental health care benefits: that doesn’t mean they’re effective While most employers offer mental health care coverage as part of their health insurance packages, major gaps in care exist. According to new research, many employers aren’t sure how mental health care services are being used by employees. The 2025 … Continue reading Most employers offer mental health care benefits: that doesn’t mean they’re effective

Why mental health support matters for all workers

June 03, 2025 Why mental health support matters for all workers BY David Ko The old adage “the only thing constant is change” seems to ring true in workplaces today. Workplaces are rife with challenges, from navigating economic uncertainty to rapidly adapting to technological change. Workplace mental health support plays a pivotal role in helping employees … Continue reading Why mental health support matters for all workers

New research links popular asthma drug Singulair to serious mental health issues

November 22, 2024 New research links popular asthma drug Singulair to serious mental health issues Generic versions are still prescribed to millions annually. BY Reuters U.S. government researchers have found that a widely prescribed asthma drug originally sold by Merck & Co may be linked to serious mental health problems for some patients, according to a … Continue reading New research links popular asthma drug Singulair to serious mental health issues

The Surgeon General’s warning on parents’ mental health fails to mention one major stressor

August 28, 2024 The surgeon general’s warning on parents’ mental health fails to mention one major stressor Two-thirds of two-parent families have both parents working jobs, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Managing that balance is no small task. BY Sarah Bregel Vivek Murthy, the U.S. surgeon general, just issued a major warning about the … Continue reading The Surgeon General’s warning on parents’ mental health fails to mention one major stressor

Employers: Our employees’ mental health depends on us

August 27, 2024 Employers: Our employees’ mental health depends on us Offering benefits is just the start. Care must be accessible to staff members, and that helps them—and us. BY Melissa Frieswick It’s past time to take action on employee mental health. By 2030, mental disorders are projected to cause $16.3 trillion in cumulative loss in … Continue reading Employers: Our employees’ mental health depends on us