Coping techniques for those heading back to work

The American Psychological Association took a poll and found out that half of Americans are uneasy about returning to in-person interactions.

Americans not getting mental health care needed amid pandemic, reports suggest

The ongoing pandemic has made access to mental health services more necessary than ever, though new reports suggest Americans aren’t getting the care they need.

Kiss a mom for Mother’s Day to raise awareness about children’s mental health

A non-profit organization of celebrity moms is using Mother's Day to pair with mental health awareness month, trying to save children's lives from depression and death by suicide.

How would you like to repel from the roof of a Houston hotel?

A Women's Home fundraising event has Houstonians going Over The Edge, repelling from the roof of the Doubletree Hotel.

Mental health experts notice new phenomenon: Anxiety about life after COVID-19

Mental health experts are noticing a new phenomenon: anxiety about life after COVID-19. As restrictions are lifted and activities resume, normal may not feel so "normal" anymore.

Researchers develop blood test that could help gauge depression, bipolar disorder

Researchers say they found a way to tell from a person’s blood how severe their depression is, the risk of developing severe depression in the future and the risk of future bipolar disorder.

Parents of virtual learners say their kids have worse mental health, less time outside, CDC survey finds

One year after the coronavirus pandemic shut down schools nationwide, a CDC survey released Thursday shows that remote learning has taken a toll on the mental and physical health of both parents and children. 

‘It’s an idea whose time has come’: Spain to test out 4-day workweek

A Spanish political party’s proposal for an experimental four-day workweek was accepted by Spain’s government, which is hoping to help the country achieve a better work/life balance.

Mental health-related ER visits among children, teens increase during COVID-19 pandemic

The CDC reports that from April through October of 2020, mental health-related visits to the emergency room went up 24% in kids ages 5 through 11 and 31% among ages 12 to 17 since 2019.

6 mental health hacks the pandemic taught us

If the pandemic has you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed, these mental health hacks can help you be more gentle with yourself and ease your worried mind.

Focusing on children's mental health during the pandemic
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The pandemic has been tough on kids, so FOX 26?s Denise Middleton looks into how parents can really make a difference.

How to get help with addiction fueled by pandemic conditions
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FOX 26 Reporter Ivory Hecker speaks with experts about the increased number of people who developed addictions in 2020.

Ways to improve your wellbeing, avoiding burnout

2020 has been a tough year on everyone with working from home, COVID-19 precautions, and other stress-related issues.

How to avoid burnout
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FOX 26 Anchor Denise Middleton speaks with Erika Zauner about how to avoid common mental health pitfalls during COVID-19.

Loneliness can strengthen parts of brain tied to imagination and reminiscing, study finds

Researchers behind a large study have found that loneliness might actually help strengthen parts of the brain tied to imagination, reminiscing and future planning — helping those cope with isolation.

Texas A&M University making mental health a top priority for students

Texas A&M has worked to provide mental health services in many different ways, but with the help of Kognito's At Risk training they're giving students the tools they need to help each other by conversing with virtual humans and acting out real-life crisis scenarios.