The link between mental health and eating disorders

According to the National Eating Disorders Association, 30 million Americans struggle with eating disorders every day. One woman tells us she was 17 years old when she was diagnosed with bulimia and battled it for more than a decade.

The link between Mental Health and Eating Disorders
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Talking about the latest diet and workout trends is a pretty common conversation to have with our peers, but for some people, those discussions can be triggering.

Mental health: 30 million Americans struggle with eating disorders
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30 million Americans struggle with eating disorders every day according to the National Eating Disorders Association FOX 26's Natalie Hee spoke to a woman who's opening up about the struggle she had with bulimia for more than a decade.

Surgeon general warns social media can have 'profound risk of harm' for kids

Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.

Understanding teen suicide, how parents can recognize the signs

FOX 26 is focusing on Mental Health this month, and tonight we are focusing on suicide specifically in teenagers since is the second leading cause of death for people ages 10-14 and 20-34 according to the CDC.

Understanding teen suicide, what signs parents should lookout for
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Kim Hess lost her daughter Cassidy when she was just 16-years-old. To make sure this tragedy does not happen to any other family in their community, the Hess family created a nonprofit called the Cassidy Joined for Hope Foundation, focusing on teen suicide?prevention in schools and the community.

Unwind and connect: Essential summer self-care tips for families
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Psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini shares six tips to help you have fun with your children while rejuvenating your sense of relaxation and joy that the long summer days bring.

Black Mental Health Expo held in southwest Houston to help end stigma

In an effort to combat the stigma surrounding mental health issues within the Black community, the 'Black Mental Health Expo' was held to share resources with the community.

Black Mental Health Expo held in Houston to help ease concerns in Black community
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May is 'Mental Health Awareness' month because there can, often, be a stigma attached to seeking care. Easing those concerns in Houston's 'Black community' was the goal of a 'Black Mental Health Expo', in southwest Houston sponsored by Houston police and mental health providers.

Mental health: Veterans, first responders face PTSD symptoms
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It's estimated more than 3 million people are diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in the United States each year. First responders and veterans are the most likely to suffer from the mental health disease. FOX 26's Randy Wallace reports more and speaks to those who have experienced the disorder.

10 alternative therapies for anxiety, depression, and PTSD

Talk therapy and medications are the gold standard to treat mental health conditions, but here are ten alternative options that supplement that and advance care to a new level.

Apps for mental health, wellness, mindfulness & building healthy habits

If you want to improve your mental health, there are apps that can help you build healthy habits and even talk to a professional right from your smartphone.

Mental Health Awareness Month: Prioritizing well-being in the workplace
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Mental health affects every part of our lives and it's becoming an important topic in the workplace. Recent surveys suggest 76 percent of U.S. workers reported at least one symptom of a mental health condition. FOX 26's Denise Middleton tells us how companies are investing in more ways to create a supportive work environment for their employees.

Prioritizing mental health in the workplace, tips for work-life balance

Mental health affects every part of our lives and it's becoming an important topic in the workplace, which is why many companies are prioritizing employees mental well-being.

TikTok challenges severely hurting children, mental health experts say

Mental health experts are saying the challenges on TikTok are severely hurting children. The platform is showing more and more dangerous challenges that are unsafe for preteens and teenagers.

New concerning mental health data relating to American teenagers

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 57% of teenage girls in 2021 reported persistent feelings of hopelessness or sadness. In addition, 29% of high school-aged boys reported feeling this way.

Mental Health Awareness Month: Teen mental health challenges due to social media
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A growing number of teenagers are suffering from some sort of mental health crisis. Even more alarming is that many aren't getting the help they need and some are turning to social media instead of talking with their parents about it. FOX 26's Damali Keith spoke with a psychologist from the Texas Children's Hospital and went to the Texas Medical Center where the issue is getting some serious attention.

Heather Armstrong, mommy blogger known as Dooce, dies at 47

Armstrong’s boyfriend, Pete Ashdown, told The Associated Press that he found her Tuesday night at their Salt Lake City home.