Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

Collective grief: Mourning Rep. Hortman and her husband, Mark
Many people are experiencing a collective sense of grief in the wake of the targeted fatal shootings of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband. MPR News host Kelly Gordon talks with her guests about the shared sadness, anger and anxiety — and how people can heal, together.
Sober house for military veterans with PTSD opens in southern Minnesota
Research shows that veterans who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder have higher rates of drug and alcohol use disorders, and higher rates of suicidal ideation. A new sober house in southern Minnesota will address those difficult challenges head on.
Veterans with PTSD turn to the outdoors to improve mental health
Spending time engaging in outdoor recreation is known to improve general health and well-being. And research shows that veterans, in particular, benefit from outdoor activities as part of a complementary approach to treating mental health.
Treating the Young Mind
The phrase “if only” is often used concerning a person’s mental health. If only we'd known they were hurting.
The Aging Mind
Studies show that 1 in 4 older adults live with a mental illness such as depression, anxiety and substance use disorders.