Get Happy: Celebrate the First UN International Day of Happiness

All 193 United Nations member states last year adopted a resolution decreeing March 20 to be the first International Day of Happiness. To celebrate, people all around the world are bringing happiness to others and talking about it on social media networks. The decree followed the first ever UN conference on Happiness and Wellbeing in July 2012.

By Jeanne Goddard

19 March 69 Views

Trending Tattoo Movement A Symbol of Hope for People With Mental Illness

One girl has literally punctuated the need for mental health care by starting a tattoo movement to serve as a symbol of hope. Find out why it's catching on.

By Jim Stout

10 July 50 Views

Australian Tattoo Artist Offers to Cover Up Self-Harm Scars For Free

This young woman's tattoos aren't just incredibly beautiful – they're also incredibly meaningful to people wanting to move beyond their past.

By Tiffani Spengler

09 March 39 Views

New York City Steps Up Mental Health Care and Security for Homeless

New York City is adding mental health workers at homeless shelters and working on other ways to quickly provide such care to those in need.

By Jim Stout

01 February 54 Views

Grandparents Convert House Into "Safe School" for Bullied Students

Three years ago, Fred and Vivian Morgan turned their 10-bedroom home into a private school to give bullied kids a safe place to learn and heal.

By Jim Stout

07 August 37 Views

Art Therapy Helps Children in Nepal Cope After Earthquake

As Nepalese struggle to recover from the devastation of last week's 7.9-magnitude earthquake, art therapy is helping children cope with the traumatic experience.

By Jax Woodard

04 May 67 Views

100-Year-olds Say a Positive Attitude is the Secret to Longevity

60 percent of Americans who've reached their 100th birthday say they do not "feel old," and most point to positivity as the key to a long and happy life.

By Jeanne Goddard

04 May 49 Views