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Efforts to Aid Teen Caught with Gun in School: Officials

TL/DR - A 15-year-old student at Ottawa Hills High School in Michigan was found with a loaded, stolen gun in their backpack. The student has been charged with one count of carrying a concealed weapon, one count of weapons-free school zone violation, and minor in possession of marijuana. Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker said the charges are meant…

FAA Responds to Pilots’ Fear of Seeking Mental Health Care

TL/DR - Commercial pilots and other aviation professionals are hesitating to seek help for mental health issues due to the fear of losing their medical clearance to fly. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is urging for reforms in rules and policies that discourage individuals from seeking treatment, and the Federal Aviation…

Revamping South Korea’s Mental Health Policies: An Adequate Action?

TL/DR - South Korea is overhauling its mental health care policies in an effort to curb high suicide rates and address mental health issues in the country. The plan includes the provision of mental health counseling to one million people by 2027. Concerns have been raised about whether the measures go far enough to tackle the problem. South…

Exclusive: Insights from Meribeth Gandy Pezda | Sun Times News

TL/DR - Meribeth Gandy Pezda, a 55-year-old resident of Dexter, passed away on November 13, 2023. Pezda was a loving mother to two sons, a sister, and a devoted friend, and had a career as a dedicated social worker, researcher, and therapist. A memorial celebration of her life will be held on January 20, 2024, at First Presbyterian Church in Ann…