All articles tagged with #mental health issues
Richard Tillman, brother of late NFL player and US Army ranger Pat Tillman, allegedly drove a vehicle into a San Jose post office in what is believed to be a deliberate act; he is currently held without bond and has a history of severe mental health issues, with family expressing concern over his well-being.
New England Patriots rookie cornerback Alex Austin emerged as a surprise starter in their game against the Kansas City Chiefs, playing all 65 defensive snaps due to the absence of J.C. Jackson. Austin held his own against the Chiefs' offense, allowing five catches on seven targets for 35 yards and one touchdown. Injuries also affected the Patriots' offensive and defensive lineups, with several players stepping in to fill the gaps. Additionally, there were changes in the special teams unit, including the use of new kickoff returner Jalen Reagor.
Shelby Hewitt, a 32-year-old social worker accused of posing as a Boston high school student, appeared in court on new charges. She allegedly used fake identities to enroll in multiple schools and received special education services. Hewitt pleaded not guilty to five felony counts of forgery and was released on $5,000 bail. Her attorney claims she has serious mental health issues and believes the focus should be on how this scheme slipped through the cracks at Boston Public Schools.
Ian Cramer, the son of U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, appeared in court where a bond of $500,000 was set for charges including manslaughter, fleeing law enforcement, preventing arrest, and reckless endangerment. Cramer is accused of killing Mercer County Deputy Paul Martin in a vehicle pursuit. He had been exhibiting mental health issues and stole his mother's vehicle before crashing into a squad car. Law enforcement found drugs in Cramer's possession, and additional charges will be filed. The judge ordered a mental health evaluation and appointed a lawyer for Cramer, who works at a pizza restaurant. The funeral for Deputy Martin will be held on Wednesday.
The U.S. Senate approved an amendment that would scale back background check requirements for veterans and service members with mental health issues just hours before a U.S. Army reservist, who allegedly had mental health symptoms, shot and killed 18 people in Lewiston, Maine. The amendment, authored by Republican Senators John Kennedy and Jerry Moran, aims to prevent veterans from losing their gun rights and prohibits the Department of Veterans Affairs from reporting certain veterans to the National Criminal Background Check system when their finances are being managed by a conservator at the VA. The amendment passed by a vote of 53-45, but it still has a long way to go before becoming law.
Massachusetts State Police are searching for Aaron Pennington, who is wanted for the murder of his wife Breanne Pennington in their home in Gardner. The couple's four children found their mother dead and their father missing. Pennington is described as armed and dangerous, and may be driving a white BMW with a Massachusetts Veterans license plate. The couple had been dealing with marital issues, and Breanne had planned to move to Texas with the children. All four children are now in the care of the Department of Children and Families.
A study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) found that a significant portion of COVID-19 patients experienced post-COVID health complications. The study revealed that 18.6% of individuals experienced difficulty in breathing, 10.5% reported fatigue, and 9.3% faced mental health issues after being discharged from hospitals. The research aimed to effectively manage post-COVID morbidities and highlighted the importance of comprehensive analysis and holistic management of these complications. The study also found that the frequency of symptoms varied across different waves of the pandemic, with the Omicron variant being less symptom-producing.
When someone becomes overly dependent on you for emotional support, it can be draining and unhealthy. Chronic, intense dependence can lead to a one-sided relationship where you feel emotionally drained and trapped. If you find yourself in this situation, consider seeking therapy together, reading material on handling emotional manipulation, discussing the situation with trusted others, and examining your own need to be needed or in control. Remember, you can support and love someone, but you can't fix their mental health issues – that's a battle they must fight themselves.
An Australian woman, Suzie Cheikho, was fired from her job at Insurance Australia Group (IAG) after the company used keystroke technology to monitor her work-from-home performance. The company found that she had low keystroke activity, started work late on multiple days, finished early, and did not work her rostered hours. The Fair Work Commission (FWC) rejected her unfair dismissal claim, stating that she was fired for valid reasons of misconduct. Ms Cheikho claimed that she was targeted due to her mental health issues, but the FWC ruled that she was not working as required during her designated working hours.
A Chicago man, Thomas Martel, has been arrested and charged with four counts of aggravated cruelty to animals and two counts of animal torture after allegedly torturing and killing several cats. Martel is accused of drowning, squeezing, and mutilating the cats, and a kitten was found microwaved in a plastic bag at his apartment. The suspect had serious mental health issues and was taking prescribed medications.
A 20-year-old man, identified as Denley Junior Alexis, was shot by a deputy in Boynton Beach after charging at them with two knives. Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw believes it was an attempt at 'suicide by cop.' The man survived and was treated at Delray Medical Center before being questioned and charged with aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and resisting arrest with violence. Bradshaw defended the deputy's actions, stating that the shooting was justified.
Deja Taylor, the mother of the 6-year-old boy who shot his teacher at Richneck Elementary School, appeared in court for her arraignment and her lawyer is seeking a plea deal. Taylor faces charges of felony child neglect and leaving a firearm in a way that could endanger a child. Her lawyer cites mental health issues following a 2021 ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage as a contributing factor to the shooting. The defense has requested a bench trial and anticipates testimony from healthcare professionals and school employees. The trial is set for August 15.