Latest "Mental health" stories

Hawaii gun permit ruling sides with ‘homesick’ Navy officer

Hawaii cannot deny a firearms permit simply because someone has sought counseling, a judge has ruled.

2 months ago

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Piketinal Alou, left, and Airman 1st Class Destiny Story, 502d Comptroller Squadron, hold positive messages of support at base gates during the morning inbound commute as part of their on-going initiative, “We Care,” at JBSA-Lackland, Texas, Sept. 16, 2022. They spent the morning at various gates letting each person know that the simple, yet powerful display allows for everyone to stand together in support of those struggling with depression and thoughts of suicide. (Thomas Coney/Air Force)

Air Force leaders urge more focus on mental health as suicides rise

"If we pay attention to this as leaders, we can make a difference," Secretary Frank Kendall said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

4 months ago

‘Buddy Check’ gatherings aimed at helping veterans

The group has veterans from Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq, Persian Gulf and every branch of service.

By Christina Lyons, Beatrice Daily Sun and John Grinvalds, Beatrice Daily Sun

14 months ago

Two leaders fired from Dyess aircraft maintenance squadron amid investigation

At least three leaders at Dyess have been fired so far this year.

By Rachel S. Cohen

14 months ago

The Spouse Angle Podcast: Why Military Teens ‘Are Not Okay’

Many military teens struggle with food insecurity and mental health. Yet a large percentage plan to one day don the uniform, a new study shows.

By Military Times staff

16 months ago

How displacement can affect spouses — the perspective of a psych nurse and senior enlisted’s wife

A sense of isolation has led some spouses to intensive mental health crises, says this psychiatric nurse and Space Force spouse. But there are things that can be done to address these issues before they become overwhelming.

By Karen Jowers

17 months ago