mental health crisis

The U.S. preteen suicide rate has risen sharply since 2008, with 194 preteens dying by suicide in 2025—the highest since 2001. Experts cite stressors like the pandemic, social media, bullying, and policies restricting gender-affirming care. A Chicago girl’s case highlights challenges in accessing mental health care.

A deputy shooting in Macomb County on July 30 resulted in one death after a suspect, wanted for felonious assault and possibly experiencing a mental health crisis, failed to comply with officers and engaged in a confrontation. The suspect backed into a patrol motorcycle, fled, and later exited his vehicle armed before being shot by a deputy.

The U.S. preteen suicide rate has risen significantly, with 194 preteens aged 8-12 dying by suicide in 2025—the highest since 2001. Experts link the trend to stressors like the pandemic, social media, bullying, and policies restricting gender-affirming care. A case study highlights challenges in accessing mental health care for children.

Body camera video shows Santa Ana police shooting 15-year-old Jaden Michaca during what his family describes as a mental health crisis.

New video shows the police shooting death of a 15-year-old Santa Ana boy during a mental health crisis. The incident occurred on June 14 in the 3400 block of South Main Street, with a 53-year-old man reporting the event.

The article highlights a dual mental health crisis among young people, marked by rising demand for care and a shortage of professionals. It describes a partnership between The Door and NYU Silver School of Social Work to create an accessible Master of Social Work (MSW) pathway, aiming to expand the mental health workforce through reduced barriers like cost and time. Data from Citizens’ Committee for Children shows one in five New York children have mental health needs, with suicide as the second leading cause of death for 15–19-year-olds.

Tennessee's trial against Meta for allegedly fomenting a mental health crisis among minors via Instagram is underway. The state is one of 42 suing Meta, claiming its platforms are designed to be addictive and harmful to young users.

A 20-year-old man named Daniel Alfons Meltvedt was fatally shot by Irvine police during a mental health crisis. He had called the Irvine Police Department on July 21, stating he was armed with a knife and expressed intent to harm himself and possibly others.

A 20-year-old Irvine man was fatally shot by police after charging at officers with a knife following more than an hour of crisis negotiations. The man had called 911 to report a mental health crisis earlier Thursday.

Bucks County Deputy Sheriff Ryan Gaffney allegedly took secret photos of a naked man in custody during an arrest warrant related to a mental health crisis and shared the images with colleagues and friends, according to authorities.

An armed man experiencing a mental health crisis called 911 before being shot and killed by Irvine police. The incident involved a knife and occurred during a crisis situation.

The westbound inside lanes of I-64 near the I-464 interchange in Chesapeake were closed Monday night with a detour in place as police assisted an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. A Virginia Department of Transportation traffic alert confirmed the closure.

The Huntersville Police Department chief seeks to terminate Officer Michael Ciarleglio after he was accused of arriving at work drunk, highlighting broader concerns about officer stress and substance abuse. The North Carolina Association of Chiefs of Police is providing grants to smaller departments for employee assistance programs aimed at tracking officer behavior and enabling early intervention.

Jonah Neal, 25, was shot by a Homeland Security Investigations agent during a mental health crisis in May. This incident is among at least four deadly shootings linked to the Memphis task force.

The article highlights a mental health crisis among young people, citing rising anxiety and depression rates exacerbated by the pandemic. A survey by the Kind Campaign found educators observe fragile student friendships, increased loneliness, and online conflict, advocating for structured kindness training and social-emotional learning to address these issues.

A Clarksville Police Department cruiser was struck by a passing vehicle while officers assisted a woman experiencing a mental health crisis on 101st Airborne Division Parkway. The incident caused a one-hour road closure and damaged three vehicles, though no injuries were reported.

Councilmember Rick Cole's 'City Talk' series addresses humane mental health care on July 7, featuring Kerry Morrison of Heart Forward LA. The webinar discusses effective care for mental health crises.

Geraldo Lunas Campos, a 55-year-old Cuban immigrant with a history of mental illness, died by suicide at the East Camp Montana immigration detention center in El Paso, Texas, after repeated failures to address his mental health needs. Records show he complained multiple times about missed antipsychotic medication doses and was not transferred to a higher-level care facility despite staff acknowledging his crisis.

New data from Colorado's Department of Public Health and Environment shows construction workers have a higher overdose death rate (93.5 per 100,000) compared to other industries (43.5). Factors include long hours, financial stress, job-related injuries leading to painkiller use, and a mental health crisis in a male-dominated field. Industry leaders are promoting peer support programs to address the issue.

A Livonia man, Roger Zebrowski, was shot and killed by police after an explosion and fire at his home on St. Francis. Police found him armed in a neighbor's backyard, leading to the fatal shooting, while neighbors mentioned his recent mental health struggles and kind nature. Investigations into the officer-involved shooting and arson are ongoing.

A video released in Connecticut shows prison officers striking inmate J’Allen Jones during a mental health crisis in 2018, leading to his death. The Department of Correction had sought to keep the video sealed, but it was made public after a legal battle.

Partners in Care, a Nashville program addressing mental health emergencies, is celebrating its 5-year milestone. The initiative is transforming how the city responds to mental health crises.

Federal Way police shot and injured a 19-year-old who called them while experiencing a mental health crisis and mentioned having a gun.

Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark declined to prosecute state police trooper Peter Romeo, who fatally shot unarmed 55-year-old Scott Garvey during a mental health crisis in his Putney home. Scott Garvey's brother, Shawn Garvey, criticized the decision, questioning accountability for the officers involved.

The family of a 15-year-old boy shot and killed by Santa Ana police is pursuing legal action against the city, alleging officers used unjustified deadly force during what they describe as a mental health crisis.

The family of a teen fatally shot by police during a mental health crisis has filed a claim against the city of Santa Ana, alleging that non-lethal alternatives were not used. The claim asserts that the police response failed to address the situation appropriately.

The family of a teen fatally shot by police during a mental health crisis has filed a claim against the city of Santa Ana, alleging that non-lethal alternatives were not used. The claim asserts that the police response failed to address the situation without lethal force.

The family of a 15-year-old Orange County boy shot dead by police is seeking justice, alleging officers mishandled a mental health crisis. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on June 14 in Santa Ana.

Hundreds of thousands of children, many U.S. citizens, have been separated from a parent due to the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, leading to a mental health crisis.

Damian Zermeño, a U.S.-born teenager, was separated from his father after his father was deported during a routine check-in with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The Trump administration’s deportation policies have caused hundreds of thousands of children, mostly U.S. citizens, to face mental health crises due to separation from parents, leading to issues like anxiety, depression, and developmental delays.

Mundelein police released bodycam footage of a deadly shooting involving a woman experiencing a mental health crisis. Family and friends are calling for justice.

Pope Leo XIV warned about a growing mental health crisis and domestic violence during a Barcelona prayer vigil, where a woman shared her experience of surviving a suicide attempt. He called for public health systems to address depression and protect mental well-being.

A Hinsdale man was killed in an officer-involved shooting during a mental health crisis in Berkshire County. His family is advocating for mental health resources and accountability, sharing their story for the first time.

A white police officer in Connecticut appeared in court on a manslaughter charge for fatally shooting a Black man during a mental health crisis, despite colleagues attempting to de-escalate the situation. The hearing drew dozens of fellow officers who publicly supported the defendant.

A white police officer in Connecticut, Joseph Magnano, appeared in court on a manslaughter charge after fatally shooting Steven Jones, a Black man experiencing a mental health crisis. The incident, which occurred during an attempted de-escalation by other officers, has sparked public debate and criticism over police response to mental health emergencies.

A white police officer in Connecticut who fatally shot a Black man during a mental health crisis appeared in court for the first time on a manslaughter charge. The officer was seen hugging supporters before the hearing.

A man was taken into custody during a SWAT standoff at a Pembroke Pines apartment complex after police served an arrest warrant. Authorities advised residents to shelter in place due to firearms inside the residence, and a domestic-related incident involving two brothers, one experiencing a possible mental health crisis, was also reported in the neighborhood two days earlier. Police have not confirmed if the two incidents are related.

Erin Moriarty, star of 'The Boys' and 'Gen V,' disclosed her Graves' Disease diagnosis following a hospitalization due to a severe mental-health crisis. She emphasized the importance of recognizing early physical warning signs, stating, 'The body speaks long before it screams.'

A Jacksonville police officer, Antonio Richardson, used his faith and ministry experience to prevent a man from jumping off the Dames Point Bridge in Florida. The 40-minute intervention involved prayer and emotional support, ultimately saving the man's life. Richardson, a pastor with over 30 years of ministry experience, credited God for sparing the individual's life.

A 31-year-old British model has gone missing in Morocco after vanishing from a nightclub. A friend revealed she had not 'met a man' before her disappearance but was experiencing a mental crisis and was considered a danger to herself.