NV: Mental Health
Monday, April 15, 2024
Expert wants oversight of social media giants amid declining teen mental health
Earlier this year, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford took legal action against five of the biggest social media platforms, claiming they have no …
How to handle challenging conversations this holiday season
In today's politically polarized world, holiday office parties and family gatherings can lead to increased tensions, arguments and even long-term …
Mental Health Care: A Top Priority for Gen Z
Research on social trends shows emotional and mental health is at the core of Gen Z's identity. The Pew Research Center considers anyone born after …
Mental Health App Launches for NV Emergency Responders
Being a first responder can bring all kinds of challenges, and a new "app" - available free in Southern Nevada - is designed to help emergency …
Nevada Program Helps Hispanic Youths with Mental Health
A free 12-week program is aiming to help Hispanic youths and their families in the Vegas Valley achieve better mental health. Familia Adelante…
Report: Nevada Near Bottom of List for Children's Well-Being
Nevada is not making the cut when it comes to children's well-being in the state. According to the 2023 Kids Count Data Book, out this week…
NV Governor Vetoes Medical Aid-In-Dying Bill
This week, Gov. Joe Lombardo vetoed Senate Bill 239, which would have allowed medical aid in dying in Nevada. The bill would have given mentally …
Group Helps Nevadans Navigate Dementias, Alzheimer's Disease
One Nevada group wants to help educate Nevadans on how to make people with dementia and Alzheimer's disease feel "seen" and supported, especially …
NV Mental Health Advocate Urges 'Check-In' Amid Streak of Violent Events
Nevada mental health professionals want to remind everyone it is OK to not be OK. According to Mental Health America, in 2022 Nevada ranked last in …
National Poll: Bipartisan Support to Regulate Pharmacy Benefit Mangers
A new national poll shows Nevadans, like most Americans, do not want to pay more for prescription drugs. The poll conducted by Lake Research …
NV Bill Looks to Secure Gender-Affirming Care
A Nevada bill is seeking to secure gender-affirming health care for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals in the state. SB 163 would …
Feds Find NV Failing Children With Behavioral-Health Disabilities
The U.S. Department of Justice said the State of Nevada unnecessarily institutionalizes children with behavioral-health disabilities, and the problem …