Mental Health

Health

Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits

Roxsy Lin

Mental health professionals at Kaiser are raising concerns about an artificial intelligence tool that records medical appointments, saying it should have more safeguards.
Public Safety

Coastal Commission OKs suicide barrier for Coronado Bridge

Tammy Murga

Caltrans expects to begin construction on the $145 million project this fall and have it ready by 2028.
Health

These teens have the weight of the world on their shoulders. Mental health is taking a nosedive

Anissa Durham

“Everyone is going through something,” one California teen said about the prevalence of mental health concerns among his peers. Youth advocates are urging the state to expand access to treatment.
Health

My husband planned our 'just us' trip and it was perfect. Here's why it worked

Amelia Edelman

For a smooth, rewarding and drama-free couples trip, take as much stress out of the equation as you can — and get comfortable with the fact that a fight may arise (and that's OK).
Public Safety

Young survivors of gun violence find therapy helps. But will California do more?

Ana B. Irarra

A California bill would provide free mental health services to young survivors of gun violence, but lawmakers have yet to identify a funding source.
Health

Therapists are using AI to take notes. Is it a useful tool or a breach of trust?

Windsor Johnston

New companies are selling artificial intelligence assistance to mental health therapists. The AI tools can help with administration and recordkeeping, but some patients worry about their privacy.
National

'My body carried me,' Elizabeth Smart says. Now she's celebrating it

Windsor Johnston

Her abduction at age 14 drew international attention. After her rescue, Smart says she struggled with feeling shame around her body. Bodybuilding has helped her see herself differently.
Health

San Diego behavioral health leaders warn state cuts will harm school crisis response

Heidi de Marco

San Diego County says without state funding it would have to cut another behavioral health service in order to keep fully funding Mobile Crisis Response Teams.
Health

San Diego mosque reopens after deadly shooting as community confronts grief and trauma

Heidi de Marco

The Islamic Center of San Diego reopened on Wednesday for prayer services. Mental health experts say trauma may surface in the days ahead as survivors and families process their loss.
Health

One clinic tracks the heavy toll Trump's immigration crackdown takes on mental health

Rhitu Chatterjee

Zocalo Health, a primary care organization, screens all its patients for depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. It documented a marked increase in those conditions since ICE enforcement actions began.