More adults are seeking mental health support, data shows
A KFF report found that the new 988 number received four million calls from July 2022 through May 2023.
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A KFF report found that the new 988 number received four million calls from July 2022 through May 2023.
Mental health experts say the three-digit number has made help more accessible than before.
"Being honest, fighting mental health sometimes is not the easiest thing to do. There's some long nights, there's some long days, and it's a hard fight to get through it all," he said. "But glad we made it here. And I thank the organization for having trust in me and giving me the opportunity to come back and do this."
The program was rolled out a little over a year ago, following a trend of suicides and suicide attempts not just within DFR, but within fire departments across the country.
A study, published in the American Journal of Psychiatry, found 1 in 5 kids in the U.S. needs mental health support, yet nearly 80% won't get it.
Public schools in Texas are experiencing a massive shortage of psychologists, social workers and counselors. The I-Team's Brian New takes a closer look.
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Some states have significantly higher rates of depression than others, a new report finds.
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Teen girls are in crisis, facing higher levels of sadness and hopelessness than ever before, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control.
Lavik Jain harnessed artificial intelligence to detect suicidal messaging in social media posts. The AI would then connect that user in crisis with help.
"We know women are taking on the lion's share of household work and childcare responsibilities and that takes a mental and physical toll."
"We know women are taking on the lion's share of household work and childcare responsibilities and that takes a mental and physical toll."
In Texas, suicide is the second leading cause of death for students ages 10 and older, according to the State Department of Health and Human Services.
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Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Thousands of children and their families packed into the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas on Saturday.
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Every animal at Saving Hope has a story.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Thousands of children and their families packed into the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas on Saturday.
The last Saturday before Christmas is known as Super Saturday, one of the final opportunities during the holiday season for people to get all remaining items on their lists.
When a former Cedar Hill police officer was accused of soliciting sex from a DWI suspect he was already under investigation for similar behavior with a victim of domestic violence, internal records reveal.
Amber Crum was just 2 years old when she disappeared from the Pleasant Grove area the day after Christmas in 1983.
A nationwide gift card scam linked to Chinese organized crime involving gangs prompted law enforcement and DHS to take action.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
For weeks, the I-Team traced the cups dropped inside seven locations in Garland, Plano, Frisco, Irving, Hurst, Highland Park, and Fort Worth.
Mark Burnett helped produce hits like "Survivor" and "The Voice," but is perhaps best known for teaming up with President-elect Donald Trump for "The Apprentice," which first aired in 2004.
Collin County Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbet discusses election-related issues in Texas with Jack Fink. He also reflects on his time in the role ahead of his retirement.
Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney tells Jack Fink about economic development in the city. He also discusses the potential for a company to relocate its corporate headquarters to Frisco.
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
The Biden administration is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 workers to the tune of $4.28 billion in what's expected to be the last such round before he leaves office.
At Fort Worth ISD's North Side High School, the sounds of an American sport on the field meet mariachi music in the stands.
With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
Anchor Ken Molestina shows us how he makes his Cuban coffee for the CBS News Texas newsroom.
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A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
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Many participants are amputees but the program also supports those with neurodivergent conditions, brain injuries, military injuries and more.
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
The concept is simple: a menu with no prices. Guests pay what they can afford.
The new Fort Worth facility is expected to create hundreds of new jobs to help build long-range assault aircraft.
The Dallas City Council voted Wednesday to approve a contract which includes a $15 million upgrade to the convention center.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
According to the report, 15,151 Texas workers are owed back wages.
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Before they step on the field, the SMU Mustangs football team has to get through finals first.
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The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
This year, the team wanted to be sure more visitors could enjoy the trains.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
CBS News Texas captured the excitement and energy of the BMW Dallas Marathon Festival through photos.
Cowtown lit up the streets of Downtown with smiles and lights during the annual Parade of Lights.
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We take a look back at Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia's time in Dallas.
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