Finch, Calm and Prosper: How Young People Use Mental Health Apps
Young individuals like Sarah Mann and Lena LaJoy use mental health apps such as Finch, Calm, and Prosper to manage anxiety and improve self-esteem.
Young individuals like Sarah Mann and Lena LaJoy use mental health apps such as Finch, Calm, and Prosper to manage anxiety and improve self-esteem.
Montgomery County Councilmember Andrew Friedson has announced his candidacy to succeed County Executive Marc Elrich, who is term-limited and cannot run for a third term in 2026.
Teens are benefitting from online mental health services like Hazel Health, Gaggle, Counslr, and Cope Notes, which address rising rates of anxiety and depression among students by providing accessible counseling options.
Melat Wondimagegen improved her parenting skills by enrolling in the Parent Encouragement Program, which taught her to connect with her children in a supportive and nurturing way.
Quantum physicist Ronald Walsworth is leading efforts at the University of Maryland’s Quantum Technology Center to establish Maryland as a premier center for quantum computing and technological innovation.
Inspired by Evie Graham and the Sandy Hook Promise, high school students in Maryland and beyond have formed SAVE Clubs to raise awareness about gun violence and foster a supportive school environment.
Prince George’s County, which has the highest traffic fatalities in Maryland, stands in stark contrast to Montgomery County, where road safety initiatives have led to significantly fewer fatal crashes.
Students across the U.S. face challenges in maintaining their therapy relationships when moving across state lines due to varying state licensing laws for mental health providers.
Maryland breweries face significant challenges due to rising costs from aluminum tariffs and other imported materials, which could result in higher consumer prices and potential closures within the industry.
Philip Resnik and his team researched a Reddit thread to understand why individuals chose to live instead of dying by suicide, identifying four main themes that reveal the diverse personal experiences and motivations behind their resilience.
Maryland has joined a coalition to challenge a Trump executive order that jeopardizes funding for electric vehicle charging stations, while the state continues to develop its electric vehicle infrastructure and legislation amid federal pushback.
Nicole Jorwic, joined by Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Rep. Jamie Raskin, led a 24-hour vigil on the National Mall against proposed Medicaid cuts, highlighting the program’s importance for millions, including Jorwic’s brother with autism.