New study finds Buddhism can lower the risk of depression

Researchers at Chiang Mai University in Thailand have linked the observation of Buddhist precepts to a lower risk of developing depression....

Why Cheryl Burke is stepping off the ‘DWTS’ dancefloor after 26 seasons

After 26 seasons on “Dancing with the Stars,” Cheryl Burke is stepping away from the dance floor. Since joining the show during its second...

Montreal community demands answers after police shoot man during mental health call

About 150 people gathered at a march at Sun-Yat-Sen Park in Montreal on Sunday to demand justice for the death of Ronny Kay, a Chinese man ...

New Zealand study finds anti-Asian hate victims more likely to experience anxiety, depression

Researchers from the University of Auckland have found a correlation between experiencing anti-Asian hate and increased anxiety, depressive...

Hawaii awarded $3.5 million to lead national mental health center for AANHPI

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded Hawaii’s Department of Health nearly $3.5 million to create the AANHPI Behavioral ...

Simu Liu reveals mental health struggles a year after ‘Shang-Chi’ debut

Simu Liu took to Instagram to share the mental health struggles he’s faced since debuting as the MCU superhero Shang-chi on the one-year an...

Weeekly’s Shin Ji-yoon permanently leaves group to focus on mental health

Shin Jiyoon of K-pop girl group Weeekly has permanently left the group due to mental health concerns. The lead vocalist and sub-rapper for...

Ma, Ba, may we talk?: The East Asian dinner table conversation, and what it says about mental health

At 14, you were braiding your younger sister’s hair into a Chinese ladder when Mom called both of you downstairs. It is dinnertime, and your...

Mental health in Asian American communities: Why we must break the silence together

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this piece are those of the author’s and do not necessarily represent the views of NextShark. May i...

Olympic gold-medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim reveals plans for mental health break

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim plans to take a full season off from competition to prioritize taking care of her mental health. ...

40% of AAPI LGBTQ youth considered suicide over the past year, report finds

LGBTQ AAPI youth are at higher risk of suicide and other mental health challenges due to high rates of racial discrimination, according to ...

Cherokee County father fatally shoots his teenage daughter before killing himself

A 57-year-old Cherokee County father, Howard Newhouse, fatally shot his 19-year-old  daughter before killing himself. The Cherokee County Sh...

Man who shoved Michelle Go to her death deemed unfit to stand trial

Simon Martial, the man accused of fatally shoving Michelle Go, was found mentally unfit to stand trial on Tuesday. At the time of his arre...

‘The new Sunmi became stronger’: K-pop idol opens up about her struggles with her mental health

K-pop idol Sunmi reflected on her struggles with mental health on the latest podcast episode of “Spotify: Mic Check” in light of her new si...

South Koreans demand tougher cyberbullying laws following recent suicide deaths of Korean celebrities

South Korea’s government is under pressure to act after the recent deaths of a high-profile volleyball player and Twitch streamer, both of ...

SF DA says it objected to mental health diversion and release of man charged with 27 anti-Asian hate crimes

Derik Barreto, 37, is facing a total 33 charges — including 27 hate crime enhancements — after allegedly going on an anti-Asian burglary an...

Naomi Osaka responds to critics in latest Instagram Q&A: ‘IDGAF anymore’

Naomi Osaka, 24, slammed her critics in a recent Instagram Stories Q&A, saying "IDGAF anymore" about their comments. For her...

After hitting ‘rock bottom,’ a 26 y/o is supporting his family and improving parent-child relationships through a card game

After years of misplaced anger and miscommunication, Joseph Lam rebuilt his relationship with his parents by genuinely talking with them. ...

What to do about hurtful comments from family and loved ones during holiday gatherings

Holidays usually call for joy and lots of time with loved ones. As much as we may cherish moments with our family and friends, dealing with ...

New video of Christian Hall with his hands up before fatal shooting prompts calls for ‘unbiased’ probe

Footage confirming that Christian Hall had his hands up in the air when Pennsylvania State Police fatally shot him last December was release...

Viral TikTok shows the harrowing moment a Chinese bus driver saves a suicidal mother and her son

A passing bus driver in China was caught on video saving a woman attempting to commit suicide with her son. The suicide attempt: In a recent...

TikTok comedian Huey Haha dead at 22

Huey Ha, known more popularly by his online persona name Huey Haha, has passed away at the age of 22 due to unknown reasons. Gone too soon: ...

This New ‘MINDFUL’ Line is All About Raising Mental Health Awareness in the AAPI Community

It’s probably not surprising that most of us are exposed to some toxic or negative things everyday, whether it’s what’s going on in the worl...

Chinese Professor Rants About Daughter’s ‘Lower IQ’ Than His and His Wife’s

A professor at China’s Peking University (PKU) has sparked discussions on tiger-parenting after complaining about his daughter’s poor grades...

Naomi Osaka Withdraws From French Open After Being Fined $15K for Not Talking to Media

Naomi Osaka said she is withdrawing from the French Open after organizers fined her $15,000 for not attending a press conference. What happe...

Friends Who Met on ‘Subtle Asian Mental Health’ Want to Make it Easier For You to Talk to Parents About Mental Health

A virtual team of Asian therapists, who met on Facebook, are offering tips on how to bridge the initial conversations with your Asian parent...

88Rising is Holding a Benefit Concert for Asian Mental Health

Mass media platform 88Rising is bringing together a powerhouse of Asian talent in a benefit concert for the nonprofit Asian Mental Health Co...

Asian American Women Aren’t ‘Imposters’ But Society Makes Us Feel That Way

Vivian Chan is the co-founder of East Meets Dress, a contemporary fashion startup that serves thousands of brides each year and allows Asian...

Japan Has More Suicide Deaths Than COVID-19 Deaths

More people are dying from suicide in Japan than the COVID-19 pandemic this year, new data reveals. A statistics report for October showed 2...

Japanese Student Creates Online Counseling Site for Suicide Prevention

A Japanese man, who has his own history of depression and loneliness, created a virtual refuge for Japanese teens and adults who may need co...

Malaysian Princess Becomes the International Face of Mental Health, Aims to Decriminalize Suicide

The eldest daughter of Malaysian King Yang di-Pertuan Agong was recently appointed the international patron of the World Mental Health Day 2...

What One Friendship Can Teach You About Mental Health for Women of Color

Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed in this piece are solely those of the authors. This article was originally published on An Injus...

Andrew Yang Proposes the US Adopt 4-Day Workweeks, 3-Day Weekends

Andrew Yang wants Americans to have longer weekends. In a tweet posted on Memorial Day, the former Democratic presidential candidate advocat...

What Coronavirus is Teaching Millennials and Gen Zers About Hustle Culture and Mental Health

The recent COVID-19 pandemic has been a catalyst for mental health issues among younger people, emphasizing pre-existing conditions faced by...

4 Ways to Combat Sunday Scaries and Post-Holiday Work Anxiety

Do you feel a sense of dread wash over you every Sunday evening? Do you not only feel nervous after a nice long break but also somewhat fear...

K-Pop Can Do Better With Mental Health

The untimely deaths of three of the biggest K-pop stars of their generation in the last two years have sparked conversations on the perils o...