Prosecutors in the Bryan Kohberger murder case have requested permission to conduct their own psychological testing, but a judge rejected a defense motion to rule out the death penalty. Despite Kohberger's recent autism diagnosis, Ada County Judge Steven Hippler denied the motion, allowing prosecutors to proceed with their plans. The defense had previously conducted testing on Kohberger, which they claim is not admissible in court, prompting prosecutors to seek alternative methods.
https://www.rawstory.com/bryan-kohberger-trial-struck/Natalee Wheeler, the project and training coordinator at the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), emphasizes the importance of lived experience in understanding mental health, citing her own passion as a valuable resource that is often overlooked.
https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-news/montana-veteran-hoping-to-use-her-mental-health-training-to-help-other-vetsThe North Carolina YMCA approach to teen programming emphasizes resilience-building activities, teen-only events, and mental health check-ins to promote the importance of mental health support. The NC Alliance of YMCAs, a nonprofit corporation supporting 28 independent YMCAs in North Carolina, aims to build capacity, foster collaboration, and advocate for the YMCA's mission through partnerships with elected officials and stakeholders nationwide.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-online-tool-helps-teens-take-charge-of-their-mental-health-302443390.htmlCognitive behavioural therapist Jo Pitkin warns that weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy could spark a mental health crisis due to their impact on emotional eating habits. These medications work by reducing the dopamine response associated with food consumption, which can lead to feelings of relief from stress and sadness in individuals who previously used food as a coping mechanism. Jo Pitkin has seen several clients experience distress after using these weight-loss jabs, including Annie, who found herself unhappy despite reaching her ideal size.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14664835/Why-weight-loss-jabs-making-you-feel-worse-Expert-reveals-shocking-Ozempic-effect-doctors-wont-talk-about.htmlA new study by Gallup has found that young adults between the ages of 18 and 29 are struggling with happiness, physical health, and mental well-being. The study, which was published in the journal Nature Mental Health, analyzed data from over 200,000 people in more than 20 countries, including India. Lead author Tyler J. VanderWeele described the findings as a "pretty stark picture".
https://www.lokmattimes.com/health/study-shows-young-adults-not-as-happy-as-before/Athletic Brewing Company has collaborated with five legendary chefs to create Aftershift, a non-alcoholic beer that supports mental health in the food service industry. The company will donate $50,000 of its profits to the Southern Smoke Foundation, which provides vital mental health support for food and beverage workers nationwide. Founded by Chef Chris Shepherd, the foundation has granted over $14.5 million to date and provided access to 7,400 no-cost counseling sessions since 2020. Aftershift, launched in collaboration with these chefs, strikes a balance of flavor and reward after a long day, with each can containing less than 0.5% ABV and 55 calories.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/athletic-brewing-company-and-renowned-chefs-launch-aftershift-in-support-of-mental-health-awareness-month-302443802.htmlThe "Love, Your Mind" campaign, created by the Ad Council and lead partner Huntsman Mental Health Institute, aims to encourage people across the US to be more open and proactive about their mental health. The campaign has garnered over 27.6 million online views and has aired during major events such as the MLB World Series and NBA draft. It is supported by the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, which has granted over $1.3 billion to charitable causes since its founding in 1995.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/georgia-athletes-sports-organizations-unite-to-pioneer-local-mental-health-movement-for-fans-302444057.htmlMedStar Health has received the Well-Being Excellence Designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), recognizing its strong wellbeing culture and commitment to nursing support. The honor is a testament to the work of the MedStar Health Center for Wellbeing, led by Verzino, which fosters a culture that prioritizes professional fulfillment and wellbeing. The organization has implemented various initiatives, including coaching, mental health support, and peer training, to equip its nursing team with a robust support structure.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/medstar-health-announced-as-the-only-acute-care-health-system-in-the-region-to-earn-inaugural-recognition-for-well-being-excellence-302441683.htmlGoogle's ad network has started showing ads within conversations with chatbots, part of Alphabet Inc.'s efforts to stay competitive in digital advertising as generative AI gains traction. This move expands on Google's AdSense for Search network, which previously displayed ads within search results on other websites.
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