FCC to vote in July to make '988' the suicide hotline number
Federal regulators will vote in July on whether to make “988” the number to reach a suicide prevention hotline.
Houston hospital dedicates second floor to free addiction treatment for veterans
Experts say mental health issues and the consequences addiction and suicide appear to be on the rise in the coronavirus pandemic, but now there is a new treatment center in Houston to help some of the most vulnerable veterans and it’s free to them.
White parents of Black children navigate a changing nation
The Associated Press discussed race with six white couples who have adopted or have custody of Black children. These parents are trying to help their children understand race in America while getting an accelerated course themselves.
FDA approves first-ever prescription video game to help kids with ADHD
EndeavorRx is a game aimed at improving attention function and symptoms associated with ADHD in 8 to 12-year-olds.
Depression and anxiety rates spiked among black Americans after George Floyd’s death, survey finds
Anxiety and depression among black Americans increased after the death of George Floyd, data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows.
Doctor offers mental health support & advice to burned-out health workers
Dr. Charity is especially concerned about burn-out during the pandemic, because many medical workers are spending more time than usual at hospitals, are physically uncomfortable from all of the protective gear they're wearing, and mentally drained from difficulties during the pandemic.
To Write Love on Her Arms- Resources for mental health
Chad Moses from the organization To Write Love on Her Arms talks with Sally MacDonald about resources that are available for people battling depressions, addiction or self-harm issues.
Crisis Text Line needs volunteers.
Bob Filbin of crisistextline.org talks with Lina DeFlorias about new trends since the coronavirus outbreak and the need for volunteers for this nationwide crisis text line.
Father and daughter host podcast about mental health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and local father-daughter duo have launched a new podcast to address something that's often difficult for families to talk about. The podcast is called Leaving the Valley: What You Should Know about Suicide.
Lower anxiety by connecting more with family and friends
While focusing on your mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, a doctor says that it is important to remember to connect with friends and family, even if it’s online.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. An expert discusses ways you can take care of your mental health right now.
Free film can help your family deal with stress and anxiety
Since this is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, The Hackett Center for Mental Health and the organization Okay to Say is rolling out a new tool that is meant to help parents reach out to their children to spark an important conversation.
COVID-19 outbreak can cause harm to recovering addicts
The stress of the country’s current state could be particularly harmful to a recovering addict.
Ways to cope with 'holiday blues' this season
Signs you may be experiencing the "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.
EXPOSING HATE: How hate crimes cause trauma
Guests Ashton P. Woods of Black Lives Matter and Concierge Therapist Sabastian Moore discuss hate crimes, racism and how it impacts mental health. Hate crimes are up by 17 percent since 2017.
EXPOSING HATE: How hate crimes cause trauma
Guests Ashton P. Woods of Black Lives Matter and Concierge Therapist Sabastian Moore discuss hate crimes, racism and how it impacts mental health. Hate crimes are up by 17 percent since 2017.
Be Well Be Connected is a new mental health program for Houston students
Dr. Laurel Williams of Baylor College of Medicine talks with Melissa Wilson about the new program Be Well Be Connected that will bring mental health resources to students through their schools.
Be Well Be Connected is a new mental health program for Houston students
Dr. Laurel Williams of Baylor College of Medicine talks with Melissa Wilson about the new program Be Well Be Connected that will bring mental health resources to students through their schools.
Connecting Houstonians with mental health services
A new online tool is available to help people in our area connect with mental health services, and it was made by a Houston native. For more information go to: https://mentalhealthmatch.com/
Connecting Houstonians with mental health services
A new online tool is available to help people in our area connect with mental health services, and it was made by a Houston native. For more information go to: https://mentalhealthmatch.com/