mental illness

Envision a world where all people living with mental illness lead healthy productive lives and have equal opportunity. That’s the vision of Fresh Start Clubhouse in Ann Arbor. The non-profit emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and empower people living with mental illness and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. WEMU's David Fair talked about the people and the process with Fresh Start Clubhouse executive director Webb Lucas and member colleague Dan Seng.

As part of its "Exploring the Mind" lecture series, the University of Michigan will host a discussion at the Ann Arbor District Library on how psychology should rethink the way mental illnesses are diagnosed. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

Experts and interested community members will be in Ann Arbor November 15, 2021 to discuss the current state of the mental health system in…

This week for "On the Ground Ypsi," our weekly partnership with Concentrate Media giving voice to one of their online stories about the Ypsilanti area,…

Working to erase the stigma of depression and coming up with better ways of treatment are just some of the reasons for this week’s University of Michigan…

Many people have experienced shock and sadness following the suicides this week of popular fashion designer Kate Spade and celebrity chef Anthony…

Local faith leaders held a forum on creating better relationships between police and Washtenaw County residents.Ypsilanti officials, law enforcement…

An annual report from the state Supreme Court says specialty courts that focus on veterans, people with mental illnesses, and those with substance abuse…