Holiday loneliness: How to connect with others
The Christmas holiday can be a time when feelings of loneliness and isolation increase. FOX's Kevin Uretsky has more on how people are trying to connect during this time.
The Christmas holiday can be a time when feelings of loneliness and isolation increase. FOX's Kevin Uretsky has more on how people are trying to connect during this time.
Michigan teen encouraged Texas teen to commit suicide
A teenager in Michigan is admitting to encouraging a Montgomery County teen to commit suicide. The Precinct 3 Constable's Office says the incident happened while the two were communicating over video games. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the details on the charges the Michigan teen faces.
A teenager in Michigan is admitting to encouraging a Montgomery County teen to commit suicide. The Precinct 3 Constable's Office says the incident happened while the two were communicating over video games. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the details on the charges the Michigan teen faces.
Schools turn to online therapy for students
The record number of teens struggling with mental health issues has more and more schools turning to online therapy to help, including schools within Houston ISD. FOX's Dan Springer has the story.
The record number of teens struggling with mental health issues has more and more schools turning to online therapy to help, including schools within Houston ISD. FOX's Dan Springer has the story.
Suicide deaths reached a record high in 2022: Here's why rates are higher in men
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.
Music As Medicine: Teens to put on show this weekend to help kids in need
Some Houston high school students with a passion for playing instruments are sharing the special art with elementary and middle school students in the area.
Some Houston high school students with a passion for playing instruments are sharing the special art with elementary and middle school students in the area.
Here's how much money you need to be happy, according to 2023 survey
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
Rosalynn Carter remembered as champion for mental health advocacy
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter spent five decades of championing the education, understanding, and normalizing of mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter spent five decades of championing the education, understanding, and normalizing of mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Anger can motivate people to achieve their goals, new study suggests: 'Sharpened focus'
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
First signs of gloomy winter weather can trigger seasonal depression, seasonal affective disorder
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
Treatment methods for season depression include light boxes, sitting in sunlight when possible and getting physical activity.
FULL: Lina Hidalgo on mental health leave
FOX 26?s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she?s doing after taking a break from the office to undergo treatment for clinical depression and anxiety. On a lighter note, she ends with a friendly wager between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers.
FOX 26?s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she?s doing after taking a break from the office to undergo treatment for clinical depression and anxiety. On a lighter note, she ends with a friendly wager between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers.
Harris County judge on mental health crisis
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is back on the job after taking time to focus on her mental health in an out-of-state treatment facility. Now she's facing a lawsuit from Houstonians claiming her health concerns make her unfit for the job, but she tells FOX 26 Morning Anchor and Medical Reporter Melissa Wilson, that she now feels stronger than ever and hopes to help others dealing with mental health issues.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is back on the job after taking time to focus on her mental health in an out-of-state treatment facility. Now she's facing a lawsuit from Houstonians claiming her health concerns make her unfit for the job, but she tells FOX 26 Morning Anchor and Medical Reporter Melissa Wilson, that she now feels stronger than ever and hopes to help others dealing with mental health issues.
1-on-1 with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo following mental health crisis
FOX 26’s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she’s doing after taking a break from the office.
FOX 26’s Melissa Wilson sits down for a one-on-one interview with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to find out how she’s doing after taking a break from the office.
Here are the best and worst US states for mental health, as revealed in new report
Where you live could have a lot to do with how you feel, according to a recent study.
Where you live could have a lot to do with how you feel, according to a recent study.
Teen suicidality increases during April and October, UTHealth study says
A study from UTHealth shows teen suicidality increased nationally between 2016 and 2021, with seasonal peaks in April and October.
A study from UTHealth shows teen suicidality increased nationally between 2016 and 2021, with seasonal peaks in April and October.
The most common phobias in each US state, according to search trends
“A fear of people" – or anthropophobia – was most commonly searched in populous states like California and New York, the report said.
“A fear of people" – or anthropophobia – was most commonly searched in populous states like California and New York, the report said.
Depression identified as 'contributing cause' of type 2 diabetes risk, study finds
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
Houston-area behavioral health center shutdown leaves employees, patients with loss
St. Joseph is set to close the behavioral health center and stop in-patient mental health care.
St. Joseph is set to close the behavioral health center and stop in-patient mental health care.
Back-to-school mental health resources
Making sure your child is ready for success this back to school season involves more than just going shopping for new clothes and supplies. Experts say a new year can come with many new stresses and students should know healthy ways they can seek support if they're feeling low. FOX News' Chris Demeo takes a closer look.
Making sure your child is ready for success this back to school season involves more than just going shopping for new clothes and supplies. Experts say a new year can come with many new stresses and students should know healthy ways they can seek support if they're feeling low. FOX News' Chris Demeo takes a closer look.
Alief ISD mental health resources
Alief ISD students head back to class on Wednesday. There's a change the district is making this year to focus more on mental health.
Alief ISD students head back to class on Wednesday. There's a change the district is making this year to focus more on mental health.