Mental Health

Attendees from the crowd who witnessed the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University last year are approaching Utah’s victims office about compensation for the trauma they experienced.

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services revoked another campus license on Friday for the boarding school where Hilton said she was abused as a teenager. It marks a major victory in the hotel heiress’ yearslong effort to get the school shut down.

Utah cites multiple noncompliance issues against Provo Canyon School's Springville campus, and says all services must end by Aug. 6. The school has 15 days to request a hearing.

Multiple wildfires are burning across Utah. Beyond destruction of land and property, researchers say there can be serious impacts on mental health, too.

The fire destroyed part of the southwest Utah town and took an emotional toll on residents. Still, those who lived through the disaster haven’t given up on the mountain community.

Hilton returned to the Utah boarding school where she said she was abused as a teenager. It's the latest stop in her years-long campaign calling for reforms to what is commonly known as the troubled teen industry.

The academy promises to transform individuals experiencing addiction, criminality and homelessness into sober and productive citizens as they learn accountability from peers. There are, however, worries that their approach does more harm than good.

As men face growing challenges with loneliness and belonging, some Utahns are finding community through the outdoors — but breaking into the state's recreation culture can be intimidating for beginners.

When the next state budget starts in July, new State Homeless Coordinator Tyler Clancy will be in charge of $40 million in spending on priorities like high utilizers and mental and behavioral health.

Psychedelic drug treatment could ease or even cure post-traumatic stress disorder in a matter of sessions, according to a University of Utah researcher. Now, President Donald Trump’s executive order to expedite research and psychedelic drug approval could impact plans for such therapy for Utah’s veterans.

Sadie Nielsen participó en un estudio del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de Utah que analizó experiencias traumáticas de parto y qué tipo de atención posparto podría ayudar.

Sadie Nielsen participated in a Utah Department of Health and Human Services study that looked at traumatic childbirth experiences and what postpartum care could help.