Student mental health worsened during the pandemic. Now Middle Tennessee schools are working to support students still battling with things like depression and self-harm.
Tennessee just started distributing fentanyl test strips, and even the top cop likes the early results
The state’s agency overseeing substance abuse is finding the drug-checking kits are more effective than expected.
One Fort Campbell veteran is on a mission to share the healing powers of flowers
A new horticulture therapy program at UT is helping veterans destress through gardening.
Need mental health resources in Nashville? Here are a few options
It’s not easy to navigate all the resources available in Nashville for mental health support. This Is Nashville invited a few local experts to break down the options available, and invited a few people to describe their own experiences seeking help.
Let’s talk mental health in Middle Tennessee
To learn more about the importance of accessing care and the difference it can make, as well how the mental health landscape has shifted over the past few years, we’re joined by a panel of guests with lived experience. To discuss solutions and resources, we’re joined by leaders from local community organization and city government.
Natchez Trace Bridge barrier comes after years of waiting by mental health advocates, families
More than 40 people have died by suicide on Natchez Trace Double Arch Bridge in Williamson County since the bridge was built in 1994. This week, the National Park Service began constructing a temporary chain-link fence on the bridge to deter suicides. Trish Merelo, co-founder of Natchez Trace Bridge Barrier Coalition, and Briana Browne, who […]
Barbed wire is going up on the beautiful but dangerous Natchez Trace Bridge
The National Park Service is installing chain-link fencing on the Natchez Trace Double Arch Bridge in Williamson County, meant as a temporary solution to thwart suicide attempts. Work began this week.
Tell us about your experiences with therapy in Middle Tennessee
This Is Nashville is planning an episode focused on mental health in Middle Tennessee. To help shape this episode, we want to hear your questions about accessing the care you, or your friends or family need.
Nashville will spend $600K on more support services for mental health court
Nashville is investing in a program that aims to prevent people with mental illness or cognitive delays from cycling through the criminal justice system.
Nashville is creating a team to respond to some 911 calls without police
Nashville is exploring a non-law enforcement option to respond to some emergency calls after the city was accepted to a federal program that will help officials create a new public safety unit.
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