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mentalhealth
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Politics · United StatesNY AG Investigates Police Shooting After Woman Stabs Executive
New York Attorney General Letitia James' office is investigating a police shooting that occurred after Pamela Cisneros fatally stabbed Bank of America executive Erin Piacenti. The incident has sparked criticism from a Republican candidate who argues the focus should be on mental health failures.
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HealthOntario judge denies MAID bid for mental illness alone
An Ontario judge has denied a motion by Claire Brosseau seeking to apply for medical assistance in dying based solely on mental illness. Brosseau's constitutional challenge against the current law will proceed.
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Health · United StatesDear Abby: New mother asks how to support struggling friend
A new mother asked Dear Abby for guidance on how to support her best friend, who is experiencing anxiety and depression two months after childbirth. The friend is struggling with motherhood, while the asker is adjusting well.
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MediaAnna Faris links sobriety to depression and self-sabotage in podcast interview
Anna Faris told the Dear Chelsea podcast on 20 August 2026 that she stopped drinking to end self-sabotage and saw a link between alcohol and depression. She also revealed she nearly quit acting in 2021 due to premenopausal depression but returned for a Scary Movie film.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia bill would ban advertising chatbots as therapy
California lawmakers are advancing legislation to regulate AI chatbots marketed as therapy, following concerns over unchecked use in mental healthcare. The bill, authored by Sen. Steve Padilla, would ban companies from advertising chatbots as therapy and require licensed professional review for therapeutic decisions.
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