Wellness

After her son’s death, a Georgia mom is speaking up about suicide and hope

Ashley Worthey lost her son Mason to suicide. Now, during Suicide Awareness Month, she is using her experience to raise awareness, support others and share a message of hope.

Feeling stressed? Cuddle with animals at these 5 Georgia experiences.

ERICK ERICKSON

We failed accused Atlanta Beltline killer Johnathan Hamby by keeping him free

Audience members join hands while listening to a speaker at Airway, an open-mic storytelling event for doctors to share their experiences, at the Brooklyn Public Library on June 7, 2025. (Laila Stevens/The New York Times)

What is an anxiety bag? Gen Z’s ‘panic pouch’ trend, explained.

Giddy up! Meet the Atlanta group building community for queer country dancing.

Mind + Body

Blair Huff competes in the beginner line dance contest during the Hoedown South convention held by DanceOut Atlanta, Aug. 1, 2026 in Atlanta. The Hoedown South is the city’s first queer country dance convention. (Estela Muñoz/AJC)

Giddy up! Meet the Atlanta group building community for queer country dancing.

More than 500 people gathered in Atlanta for Hoedown South, a four-day convention celebrating queer country dancing, lessons and community.

‘Skin care in a can’: How TikTok turned sardines into a viral beauty trend

Trending ‘stranger session’ photo shoots are helping singles look for love

How much coffee is good for you? Here’s what new research says.

Family Matters

Ashley Worthey holds a portrait of her son, Mason Worthey, at her home in Good Hope, Ga., on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. She lost her 17-year-old son on March 6. As Suicide Prevention Month approaches, Ashley shares her story to support other families. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

After her son’s death, a Georgia mom is speaking up about suicide and hope

Ashley Worthey lost her son Mason to suicide. Now, during Suicide Awareness Month, she is using her experience to raise awareness, support others and share a message of hope.

What parents need to know about Trump’s proposed changes to childhood vaccines

Rethinking kids and screen time: Why balance matters more than limits

Atlanta becomes first city to offer free smart bassinets to employees

Dr. Joy

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How to handle your last back-to-school season

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4 friendship truths that can preserve your mental health

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Imagine motherhood without the shame

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The subtle red flags you may be overlooking in your relationship

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4 spring cleaning tasks for your mental health

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This one thing may leave you feeling more fulfilled in relationships

Opinion and Voices

Police investigate the scene of a fatal stabbing along the Atlanta Beltline on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026. (Megan Varner for the AJC)

ERICK ERICKSON

We failed accused Atlanta Beltline killer Johnathan Hamby by keeping him free

Johnathan Hamby, the accused killer of a man on the Atlanta Beltline, could have been helped and his victim could have been spared had he been institutionalized.

GUEST COLUMNISTS

For Ga. children with sickle cell disease, here’s how schools can support them

NEDRA RHONE

Nolan Wells, Tamla Horsford: When families lose faith in local investigations, who steps in?

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Trestletree tenants deserve to be heard in redevelopment planning

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Bar Ana is what pastry chef Claudia Martinez always wanted for Atlanta

How much coffee is good for you? Here’s what new research says.

How much coffee is too much? Doctors break down the latest research on coffee, caffeine and potential health benefits for your heart, liver and brain.

HOLD THAT THOUGHT

How to handle your last back-to-school season

After years of school schedules, first days and routines, the final back-to-school season can feel bittersweet. These reminders can help parents adjust to what comes next.

Kasim Edebali, who played six seasons as a linebacker in the NFL, and his daughter Yara play a game on a tablet, in Hamburg, Germany, Oct. 25, 2023. (Patrick Junker/The New York Times)

Rethinking kids and screen time: Why balance matters more than limits

How much screen time is too much? An expert shares advice on helping children build healthy digital habits without the pressure of perfection.

The pool isn’t just for kids. Here’s why adults are swimming for better health.

Swimming offers more than a refreshing escape from the heat. Learn how water workouts can reduce stress, improve sleep, strengthen your heart and protect your joints.

A personal trainer helps a client properly grip battle ropes at a gym in Elkridge, Md., Nov. 10, 2022. (Dave Cooper/The New York Times)

After 40, many women find fitness feels different. Here’s why.

For many women, the workouts that once worked no longer deliver the same results after 40. Experts explain what changes and how to build a healthier approach.

FDA reviews peptide injections favored by RFK Jr. and wellness influencers

Federal health advisers are meeting to review a group of controversial chemicals called peptides.

Iceberg lettuce is harvested at a farm near Yuma, Ariz., on March 6, 2012. (Nicole Bengiveno/The New York Times)

Cyclospora lettuce recall: How to wash produce safely

Fresh produce is still an important part of a healthy diet. Learn simple steps to safely clean and prepare it after a Cyclospora outbreak.

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Georgia communities are paying the price for illicit vapes

Georgia needs better policy to address the rise of illicit vapes, which are harming marginalized communities most. Veer away from prohibition and toward harm reduction.

Atlanta becomes first city to offer free smart bassinets to employees

A new city of Atlanta employee benefit is giving parents access to a high-tech bassinet designed to soothe babies and help families get more rest.

4 sunscreen mistakes dermatologists want you to stop making

Georgia dermatologist Dr. Jessica Mercer shares the most common sunscreen mistakes she sees and how to better protect your skin from sun damage.