Mental Health
Pat Reavy
Utah psychologist was under sex assault investigation at time of murder-suicide
Salt Lake police reports about Utah neuropsychologist Parth Gandhi, who killed his 16-year-old son in a murder-suicide, describe lengthy custody disputes of the boy and a sexual assault investigation underway at the time of Gandhi's death.3 days ago
Ayanna Likens
A resource to help connect with your tween
Navigating the transition from childhood to teen years can be difficult as kids experience new emotions for the first time.5 days ago
Shelby Lofton
Mental health professionals encourage conversation after West Bountiful teen death
Mental health experts are asking parents to keep an eye on their children and provide support for them after traumatizing accidents.6 days ago
Karah Brackin
Lawmakers discuss possible end of SafeUT commission
A Utah app designed to combat Utah's high youth suicide rates might end if lawmakers decide not to refund the program.13 days ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
Psychedelic medicine community processes murder-suicide by well-known doctor
A tight-knit medical community in Utah is sharing their thoughts and talking about how to move forward after a well-known doctor in their field killed his son, then himself at his clinic.14 days ago
Debbie Worthen
Utah sisters launch company to spread awareness about mental health
Two Utah moms are on a mission to stop the stigma surrounding people struggling with mental health.16 days ago
Aley Davis
Jordan School District prioritizing mental health for students and staff
In 2021, 3-in-5 teen girls said they felt persistently sad and hopeless, and more than 1-in-4 girls reported they seriously considered attempting suicide -- up significantly since 2011.18 days ago
Deanie Wimmer
Utah lawmaker questions schools leaving money on the table for mental health screenings
Schools screen vision and hearing, so why not mental health? While funding is available, most Utah schools do not take part in a state program to provide mental health screenings in school, even though suicide is the number one cause of death among Utah teens.19 days ago
Karah Brackin
New Utah foundation helps first responders with mental health
A new local foundation aims to provide first responders and their families with the mental health treatment they need.21 days ago
Ashley R. Williams
Teens can boost physical, mental health for free this summer at Planet Fitness
On their break from hitting the books, teens can hit up any one of Planet Fitness's gyms to boost their physical and mental well-being all summer long -- for free.23 days ago
Ayanna Likens
Online resource helps students learn about physical and mental health
Teaching kids how to keep their bodies healthy is important, a program through SelectHealth now offers a fun way to learn about physical and mental health inside the classroom.1 month ago
Ashley Moser
Family questions calling 911 for mental health crisis after Sandy police shoot, kill brother
The family of Dylan Murphy, 33, is questioning if they should have called 911 for help with their brother’s mental health crisis.2 months ago
Elizabeth Wolfe and Andy Rose
Denver public schools close for mental health day after shooting, as armed guards prepare a return to campuses
Denver Public Schools are closed Friday after a shooting at a high school this week, and the district is taking steps to bring back armed guards to campuses, officials say.2 months ago
Pat Reavy
Holladay man arrested in Orem house fire days after family pleaded for mental health help
Police say a Holladay man set an occupied Orem house on fire Wednesday just days after the man's family asked a judge for long-term mental health treatment over safety concerns.2 months ago
Karah Brackin
NBA All-Stars camp focuses on the mental health of athletes
Aside from all the conditioning, training and games, there’s a whole other kind of preparation that goes into an athlete’s best self that starts with one’s mind.3 months ago
Ayanna Likens
NBPA Foundation donates to Utah mental health nonprofits
While the NBA All-Stars are in town, they are doing some good. The National Basketball Players Association Foundation donated $15,000 to organizations that are making a difference in mental wellness.3 months ago
Karah Brackin
Students across Utah come together to learn the importance of mental health care
Mental health, wellness and suicide prevention — they're all big topics of conversation, and more and more, those conversations include our kids. That's where Hope Squad is coming in to help.4 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Tips to set realistic mental health goals
If you are planning on setting a goal to prioritize your mental health this year, Dr. Kristin Francis at Huntsman Mental Health Institute recommends starting with small goals.4 months ago
Jacqueline Howard
New 988 mental health crisis line sees ‘eye-opening’ rise in calls, texts, chats in first 6 months, data shows
Since the summer launch of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the new three-digit number has seen a significant rise in call volume4 months ago
Lianne Kolirin
Fall Out Boy guitarist Joe Trohman ‘stepping away’ from band to focus on mental health
Fall Out Boy guitarist Joe Trohman has announced he is "stepping away" from the band for the sake of his mental health.4 months ago
Karah Brackin
Hope Squad works to provide mental health advocacy, suicide prevention in Utah schools
Thanks to Hope Squad, a Utah-based program, students in elementary through high school are developing tools needed to care for themselves mentally and share that hope with others.4 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua
Gov. Spencer Cox addresses mental health problems caused by social media towards teenagers
Utah Governor Spencer Cox wants state officials to take a closure look at how social media and technology affect the mental health of Utah's youth.5 months ago
Alex Cabrero
Cedar City Police chief advocates for his department’s mental health
'It weighs heavy on the first responders.” The Cedar City Police chief says that mental health is a priority for his department, especially during tragic events.5 months ago
