All articles tagged with #mental health concerns
More than 7 tons of trash have been removed from a Fairfax District home in Los Angeles, prompting concerns about the homeowner's well-being and public health risks. The city declared the property an imminent safety and health risk, leading to a cleanup operation. Neighbors fear the homeowner may be suffering from mental health issues, and the homeowner's sister expressed concern about the situation.
Body camera video footage has been released, providing new insight into the response of law enforcement agencies to concerns about the mental health of Robert Card, who later became the Lewiston shooter. The video includes a conversation between officers and the Army Reserve unit commander, who mentions Card's mental health issues and the possibility of him being a danger to himself or others. The review of the agency's response concluded that there were insufficient grounds to take Card into custody and initiate the process to remove his weapons under Maine's yellow flag law.
An independent review of the Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office response to mental health concerns about mass shooter Robert Card has concluded that deputies acted reasonably under the circumstances. The review found that the deputies followed the law and their training based on the information available at the time. The review also examined questions about Maine's yellow-flag law, voluntary psychiatric evaluations, emergency involuntary commitment, protective custody, and firearm confiscation. The report made three recommendations for the sheriff's office to enhance its handling of future situations involving individuals with mental health issues.
PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan aims to reach a deal with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) and at least one other investor before the end of the year, with a firm target deadline of December 31. Fenway Sports Group and KKR & Co. are among the leading U.S.-based investors. Monahan also discussed his mental health concerns that led to a leave of absence, acknowledging the need for better communication with players during negotiations.
A woman from Denmark, Maine, has been accused of murdering her grandmother and partner. Sheriff's deputies discovered the bodies of the victims, who had been stabbed multiple times in the chest, at their home. The suspect, Tzara Jones, was taken to a hospital for mental health evaluation before being charged with two counts of murder. Court documents revealed that Jones claimed her partner was out hunting, but police later discovered he was wheelchair-bound. A family member stated that Jones had expressed frustration with caring for both victims but refused assistance. Jones is scheduled to appear in court via Zoom.
The family of a U.S. Army reservist who killed 18 people in a mass shooting in Maine had raised concerns about his deteriorating mental health and access to guns with local law enforcement and his Army Reserve unit. The unit had requested a "wellness check" on the shooter after he reported hearing voices and made threats to "shoot up" the drill center. Despite these warnings, the shooter was not effectively monitored or prevented from carrying out the attack. The incident raises questions about the effectiveness of gun regulations and the limits of a 2022 U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the right to carry weapons in public.
Passengers on Alaska Flight 2059 describe a calm and uneventful journey despite an off-duty pilot allegedly attempting to shut down the engines. The couple, Alex Wood and Aubrey Gavello, were grateful for the safe landing and praised the crew for their handling of the situation. Gavello observed the suspect's calm demeanor and mentioned that flight attendants initially referred to the incident as a medical emergency. Both passengers expressed concerns about mental health and questioned the ability of pilots to board flights without proper scrutiny.
Child therapists have identified parents' relentless pursuit of their children's happiness as the biggest threat to kids' well-being. By pressuring kids to constantly achieve and shielding them from negative emotions, parents may hinder their children's ability to cope with challenges and develop resilience. Instead, therapists recommend normalizing a range of emotions, having daily conversations with children, practicing gratitude, showing unconditional love, avoiding comparisons, and emphasizing the child's intrinsic worth. Creating a sense of mattering, where children feel valued and important, is also crucial for their psychological health and happiness.