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US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 hours ago

For students labeled 'emotionally disturbed,' separation can lead to isolation

Walter's aggressive behavior led to his placement in a high-security school for students with emotional or behavioral disorders.
NYC parents
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 hours ago

After autistic child's wandering from school, experts say Ontario's special education needs more support | CBC News

Inadequate support for students with disabilities can lead to dangerous situations, as seen in the case of a missing child with autism.
SF parents
fromSlate Magazine
23 hours ago

This Month's Twin Tragedies in Louisiana and Virginia Could Have Been Prevented

Domestic violence is a predictable pattern that institutions fail to address, leading to catastrophic consequences for women and children.
#uc-berkeley
Education
fromKqed
21 hours ago

These UC Berkeley Students Are Leading the Fight Against Phones | KQED

UC Berkeley students participated in a phone-free party to promote reduced screen time and enhance real-life interactions.
Education
fromKqed
21 hours ago

These UC Berkeley Students Are Leading the Fight Against Phones | KQED

UC Berkeley students participated in a phone-free party to promote reduced screen time and enhance real-life interactions.
Mental health
fromInc
1 day ago

Workplace Stress and Bullying Are Linked to 840,000 Deaths a Year, New Study Finds

Psychosocial workplace factors are responsible for over 840,000 premature employee deaths annually due to stress-related disorders.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Dangers of Winning at All Costs for Youth Athletes

Sport for young athletes should prioritize fun over pressure, allowing for competition without compromising enjoyment and personal development.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A coordinated political effort is trying to erase LGBTQ+ youth. Here's what they say they need. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ youth are often overlooked in discussions about their experiences, prompting a rebranding to Glisten to better represent and support them.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Why are top university websites serving porn? It comes down to shoddy housekeeping.

Universities often neglect DNS record maintenance, leading to hijacked subdomains that can appear in search results.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | No More 24' puts New Yorkers like me at risk | amNewYork

Protesters demand the No More 24 Act to end 24-hour workdays for home care workers, fearing it jeopardizes care for individuals with disabilities.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Activists outraged over panel of anti-trans "experts" at major pediatric health conference - LGBTQ Nation

A pediatric healthcare conference panel on trans healthcare features speakers affiliated with an anti-trans hate group, raising concerns about the event's impact on pediatric care standards.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

The Stanford Inside Stanford

Stanford University fosters a unique environment where young entrepreneurs receive significant investment and mentorship from venture capitalists, shaping future tech leaders.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Which countries are restricting children's social media access and how

Australia becomes the first country to ban social media access for children under 16, reflecting concerns over children's health and safety.
#mental-health
Humor
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Welcome to the Anxiety Club

Humor and mental health intertwine in 'Anxiety Club,' showcasing comedians' struggles and promoting open conversations about anxiety.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California family's worst fears realized in airport murder-suicide: 'We were crying for help'

Failed mental health systems contributed to a tragic shooting involving a father and son at a Nevada airport.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Question Mark: Systemic Failures in the Virginia Tech Shooting

Misdiagnosis of early schizophrenia as depression led to untreated psychosis, contributing to the Virginia Tech tragedy.
fromIndependent
5 days ago
Education

'I stood up to my workplace bully - everyone tells you not to, but fighting back was my therapy'

Humor
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Welcome to the Anxiety Club

Humor and mental health intertwine in 'Anxiety Club,' showcasing comedians' struggles and promoting open conversations about anxiety.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California family's worst fears realized in airport murder-suicide: 'We were crying for help'

Failed mental health systems contributed to a tragic shooting involving a father and son at a Nevada airport.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Question Mark: Systemic Failures in the Virginia Tech Shooting

Misdiagnosis of early schizophrenia as depression led to untreated psychosis, contributing to the Virginia Tech tragedy.
fromIndependent
5 days ago
Education

'I stood up to my workplace bully - everyone tells you not to, but fighting back was my therapy'

London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'Toxic culture' at NHS trust left staff suicidal

Allegations of workplace bullying and harassment at Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust have led to severe mental health issues for staff members.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'I gave up my job due to the stress of my child's food allergies'

A mother left her job to care for her daughter with life-threatening food allergies due to ongoing stress and fear from severe allergic reactions.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Santa Monica nonprofit director found dead alongside wife; police investigate murder-suicide

A prominent Santa Monica figure, Jeremy Ferguson, and his wife, Mandy Zelinka, were found dead in an incident being investigated as a possible murder-suicide.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Workplace Details That Can Make or Break Your Day

Day-to-day workplace conditions significantly influence employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
Environment
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Suffering from Eco-Paralysis? Here's What You Can Do

Many Americans feel climate distress and eco-paralysis, which can lead to action and improved mental health through engagement with climate emotions.
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

Body-Slamming the Department of Education

McMahon is familiar with organizations built around an increasingly unstable man who is a genius at spinning story lines that inflame the crowd and damage enemies and institutions but, if you think too hard about them, don't necessarily add up to a coherent narrative.
SF politics
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 days ago

LLMs don't get mental health right. We need a two-pronged approach to fix them

LLM-powered chatbots can inadvertently enable suicide and self-harm ideation, necessitating a clinically informed approach to user interactions.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Dedicated student, track athlete, and now a suspect in the killing of a Burbank teacher

Sergio Fraire, 30, is charged with special circumstances murder, attempted murder and first-degree residential burglary after prosecutors say he fatally stabbed 59-year-old Arti Varma and critically injured her 25-year-old daughter early Monday inside their home on North Brighton Street in Burbank.
SF parents
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

U.S. Department of Education reopens investigation into LAUSD's Black student achievement program

Federal education officials are investigating LAUSD's Black Student Achievement Plan for potential race-based discrimination after a complaint from a conservative watchdog group.
#parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago
Parenting

My Son Was Caught Climbing the Bookshelves. But My Daughter's Reaction Is a Sign of a Bigger Problem.

Parenting
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The people who grew up being described as the easy child are often the ones who, later in life, are quietly realizing they were never actually easy - they were just unseen - Silicon Canals

The label of 'easy child' often masks deeper issues of unmet needs and emotional neglect.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Son Was Caught Climbing the Bookshelves. But My Daughter's Reaction Is a Sign of a Bigger Problem.

Encouraging children to report dangerous behavior is beneficial, but parents should guide them on when to tattle versus when to let things go.
Parenting
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The people who grew up being described as the easy child are often the ones who, later in life, are quietly realizing they were never actually easy - they were just unseen - Silicon Canals

The label of 'easy child' often masks deeper issues of unmet needs and emotional neglect.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

How can you make a student happy? Drop them at university and make a lightning-quick exit | Zoe Williams

The bittersweet nature of parenting evolves as children grow, highlighting the tension between care and independence.
Social justice
fromKqed
2 days ago

Amid ICE Fears, Mental Health Workers Report Drop in Immigrants Seeking Treatment | KQED

Increased immigration enforcement has led to a decline in mental health support access among immigrant families in the Bay Area.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Criminal gangs profiting as child sexual abuse websites double, experts say

The number of commercial child sexual abuse websites has doubled in a year, highlighting a significant increase in online exploitation by criminal gangs.
NYC parents
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'My baby scratches and scratches': Families say their homes are making their children sick

Over 135,000 families in England live in temporary housing, facing overcrowding and poor living conditions.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
4 days ago

Dangers coming from inside the house - Harvard Gazette

John D. Spengler's research significantly advanced indoor air quality awareness and led to smoking bans on airplanes and improved childhood asthma understanding.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
#suicide-prevention
Mental health
fromFortune
2 days ago

Young adult suicide rate down 11% over 2.5 years of new 988 mental health crisis hotline | Fortune

The 988 mental health crisis hotline has contributed to a significant reduction in suicide deaths among U.S. teens and young adults.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Suicide-related callouts to fire services triple in England in a decade

Suicide-related callouts to fire services in England have tripled in the last decade, prompting calls for mandatory training for firefighters.
Mental health
fromFortune
2 days ago

Young adult suicide rate down 11% over 2.5 years of new 988 mental health crisis hotline | Fortune

The 988 mental health crisis hotline has contributed to a significant reduction in suicide deaths among U.S. teens and young adults.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Suicide-related callouts to fire services triple in England in a decade

Suicide-related callouts to fire services in England have tripled in the last decade, prompting calls for mandatory training for firefighters.
#trauma
SF parents
fromKqed
1 day ago

A Los Angeles Woman Was Lost. An Ambitious Mental Health Program Gave Her a Sense of Purpose | KQED

Poon's life was marked by trauma, homelessness, and mental illness after losing her daughter to the foster care system.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Sexual Assault Survivors Are Not Responsible for Their Own Suffering

The effects of trauma from sexual abuse in adolescence are long-lasting and profoundly alter development.
SF parents
fromKqed
1 day ago

A Los Angeles Woman Was Lost. An Ambitious Mental Health Program Gave Her a Sense of Purpose | KQED

Poon's life was marked by trauma, homelessness, and mental illness after losing her daughter to the foster care system.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Sexual Assault Survivors Are Not Responsible for Their Own Suffering

The effects of trauma from sexual abuse in adolescence are long-lasting and profoundly alter development.
Education
fromeLearning Industry
2 days ago

Can Learning Platforms Detect Burnout Before Teachers Do?

Learning platforms often fail to recognize early signals of teacher strain, focusing instead on student performance metrics.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

How Children Actually Learn Hope When the World Feels Uncertain

Hope for children is built through practice, experience, and relationships, not through reassurance or optimism.
Public health
fromKOMO
3 days ago

California moves toward banning 'predatory' social media for kids under 16

California is advancing a bill to ban social media accounts for children under 16 to combat addiction and mental health issues.
NYC parents
fromwww.newyorkfamily.com
4 days ago

NYC School Calendar 202627 Changes Frustrate Parents New York Family

The 2026-2027 NYC school calendar is causing stress for families due to a later start date and unexpected scheduling changes.
#school-safety
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
Education
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
Education
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago
LGBT

Teacher dies by suicide on the first day of school after years of anti-lesbian harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian teacher died by suicide after enduring years of homophobic harassment in France.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Teacher dies by suicide on the first day of school after years of anti-lesbian harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian teacher died by suicide after enduring years of homophobic harassment in France.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Swansea parents arraigned after second-grader allegedly brought gun to school

Two parents face multiple charges including child endangerment and illegal firearm possession after a tip about a handgun at an elementary school.
#preschool-enrollment
Education
fromFortune
2 days ago

America actually listened to the parental childcare crisis with record number of 4-year-olds in state preschool | Fortune

State-funded preschool enrollment for 4-year-olds reached record highs, driven by universal access and significant funding, but access remains uneven across states.
Education
fromFortune
3 days ago

Record numbers of kids are enrolling in state-funded preschool as Trump pushes states to cover costs amid federal funding for wars | Fortune

State-funded preschool enrollment reached record highs, but access remains uneven across states despite significant funding and expansion efforts.
Education
fromFortune
2 days ago

America actually listened to the parental childcare crisis with record number of 4-year-olds in state preschool | Fortune

State-funded preschool enrollment for 4-year-olds reached record highs, driven by universal access and significant funding, but access remains uneven across states.
Education
fromFortune
3 days ago

Record numbers of kids are enrolling in state-funded preschool as Trump pushes states to cover costs amid federal funding for wars | Fortune

State-funded preschool enrollment reached record highs, but access remains uneven across states despite significant funding and expansion efforts.
Education
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

What Will It Take to Get A.I. Out of Schools?

A growing number of parents and educators oppose the integration of A.I. in education, viewing it as manipulative and deceptive.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

DA ordered to release fundraising records related to Stanford protesters

A judge ordered the release of fundraising records related to DA Jeff Rosen's prosecution of pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford.
Education
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Can We Get A.I. Out of Schools?

A.I. tools are rapidly being adopted in K-12 education, raising concerns about their impact on learning and teaching practices.
#bullying
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

'They did nothing.' L.A. girl's death raises questions about darkest side of bullying at school

A tragic incident of bullying led to the death of 12-year-old Khimberly, raising questions about school safety and accountability.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton Taylor, a 13-year-old boy, died by suicide after enduring relentless bullying at school for being openly gay.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

'They did nothing.' L.A. girl's death raises questions about darkest side of bullying at school

A tragic incident of bullying led to the death of 12-year-old Khimberly, raising questions about school safety and accountability.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton Taylor, a 13-year-old boy, died by suicide after enduring relentless bullying at school for being openly gay.
Mental health
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Meta will show parents the topics of their teens' AI conversations

Meta introduces features for parents to monitor teen interactions with AI on its platforms.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Schools forced to cut back on support for Send pupils in England, poll finds

Two-fifths of school leaders in England have reduced support for children with special educational needs due to a long-standing financial crisis.
SF parents
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 days ago

Schools to resume operations in Swedish municipality of Borlange after teen detained

Authorities closed 16 schools in Borlange, Sweden, due to a reported threat of violence, later detaining a suspect and assessing the threat as no longer existing.
Education
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

With Portland Public Schools' Budget in Peril, All Eyes Are on the State - Portland Mercury

Portland Public Schools faces a $50 million budget shortfall, highlighting systemic funding failures in Oregon's education system.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

When Summer Screen Time Poses a Mental Health Risk for Teens

Increased social media use among adolescents can negatively impact mental health, particularly when combined with developmental vulnerabilities and engagement-maximizing algorithms.
SF parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

An arrest by BUSD's only police officer prompted a student walkout, and now a lawsuit

A family is suing Berkeley school district and police for alleged assault and false arrest of a student by a school resource officer.
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

High school student arrested in Lawrence after alleged assault during 'senior assassin' game

'Senior assassin' is not affiliated with or approved by local school districts and typically occurs off school grounds and after school hours.
SF parents
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

LAUSD to vote on restricting student screen time, after years of encouraging classroom use

Los Angeles Unified plans to limit student screen time due to concerns over mental health and academic performance.
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

US mass shooting leaves 8 children dead in Louisiana

Shreveport police chief Wayne Smith stated, 'This is an extensive scene unlike anything most of us have ever seen,' highlighting the severity of the incident.
SF parents
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose State deaths raise mental health concerns - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose State University is addressing recent suicides while balancing the need for transparency and the risk of contagion.
Education
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Pittsburgh to close schools for NFL draft; switch to remote learning

Pittsburgh Public Schools canceled in-person classes during the NFL draft to manage increased traffic and ensure student safety.
Education
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Bring research and evidence into classroom products

Bridging the gap between learning science and classroom tools is essential for empowering educators and enhancing student learning.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Your Child Isn't the Problem. Their School Report Might Be.

ODD is often misdiagnosed in Black and brown children due to bias in school reports, leading to harmful consequences for their behavior and mental health.
Education
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Advanced math advocate jumps into school board race

John Craig is considering a run for the Palo Alto Unified School District board, advocating for Multivariable Calculus in schools.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Arrests over school violence social media posts

A teenager and man in his 20s were arrested for social media posts inciting violence between rival school groups, with police increasing security at schools across London.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When School Traditions Hurt

While events such as "Mother's Day Crafts," "Daddy and Daughter Dances," and "Grandparents' Breakfasts" are often planned with good intentions, they can unintentionally leave some children feeling invisible and serve as another painful reminder that their lives have changed forever.
Parenting
Education
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Secondary school principals pay private firm to tackle cyber bullying and other online threats to school communities

Teachers seek assistance from the Department of Education due to increasing complaints and harmful content on social media.
Mental health
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: Shifting from Punitive Discipline to Preventative Care in NYC Public Schools

Underinvestment in youth mental and behavioral healthcare drives school behavioral incidents leading to NYPD involvement, punitive measures, and racial disparities for New York City students.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Schools are using AI counselors to track students' mental health. Is it safe?

AI-enabled therapy platforms in schools flag at-risk students, enabling counselors to intervene and potentially save lives while addressing mental health staff shortages.
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