Mental Health Good News

Stories about people and organizations making a difference for mental health — and fighting the stigma around mental health

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A friendship expert’s advice for building community: 'How can I show up better for you?'

We need to beat social isolation and come together. Danielle Bayard Jackson teaches us how.

On the left, a pill bottle that reads "color therapy." On the right, a box with pills labeled, "Love," "Pride," and "Be Original."

A pharmacy in the UK is trying an alternative form of mental health care, by way of 'capsules' of poetry

Customers suffering from “broken hearts” and “existential angst” are given poems by Mary Oliver and Derek Walcott in lieu of a traditional prescriptions.

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Need a pause on election coverage? Livestream capybaras and penguins to soothe your anxiety

Mental health company Calm will partner with the San Diego Zoo on Election Day with an exclusive stream of cute critters.

Simone Stolzoff speaks on stage at TEDNext

Expert says adding these two words to the phrase 'What do you do?' can humanize the way we approach work

Simone Stolzoff says that the common phrase reinforces hustle culture, but tweaking it slightly makes a world of difference.

Noah Kahan stands in front of a run down house in the woods. He wears a khaki button down shirt and black jeans, as well as a pair of LL Bean Bean Boots.

L.L. Bean donates $100k to Noah Kahan's Busyhead Project: 'It's going to make a huge difference'

The singer partnered with the New England-based outdoor brand to release a collection just in time for “Stick Season.”

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Happiness swings votes — and America's current mood could scramble expectations of young and old voters

Since the 1960s and the election of President John F. Kennedy, younger voters have supported Democratic candidates, while older voters leaned Republican. But that dynamic has been evolving.

21 Ways To Take Action & Celebrate World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is a catalyst for us to learn more, seek help, offer support, and open our hearts and minds to vulnerable conversations.

Chappell Roan sits on a gray couch in a green room in Iowa. She is snuggling a Sphynx kitten close to her face, wearing a black muscle tank, with her signature long, red curly hair.

Chappell Roan snuggles rescue animals to de-stress before taking the stage

The “Casual” crooner supports local animal rescue groups to unwind before her sold-out shows.

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A road in North Carolina is destroyed after Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene will impact survivors' mental health. The Disaster Distress Helpline provides free, multilingual support

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, this national helpline is providing crisis counseling to those in need.

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How trauma-sensitive climate change education builds 'truthful hope'

For educators, Summer is an opportunity to reflect and regroup, often including planning for supporting students in the next school year. It is becoming increasingly important that this support involves helping students navigate the impacts of the climate crisis.

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TikTok loves 'dopamine menus'. What are they — and what are some ideas you can add to yours?

One social media influencer went viral recently for sharing a different kind of menu — a “dopamine menu” or dopamenu.