Behavioral Health
Delaware veterans heal, connect and build community at new artistic pilot program
The new pilot program hopes to give veterans a creative outlet to express themselves and find purpose after leaving the military.
1 day ago
Listen 1:25As the U.S. ages, dementia is on the rise. Here are ways to reduce your risk
About 40% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by healthy lifestyle choices and preventive medicine. Here's a tool to gauge your brain care and track your progress.
3 weeks ago
Activists worry that Trump will bulldoze trans rights. Here’s how they’re preparing
Nationally, the issue of gender-affirming care for minors was before the Supreme Court this week, after families challenged Tennessee's ban.
2 months ago
How to be not lonely? ‘Cohousing’ is an answer for some people
In cohousing communities, neighbors share common spaces, chores and a sense of connection that benefits everyone.
2 months ago
‘Beyond haircuts’: Wilmington’s free haircut initiative empowers youth with confidence
Wilmington’s free haircut initiative provides youth with clean, confidence boosting hair cuts and styles along with mentorship, food, and other essential resources.
2 months ago
Listen 1:29You can reduce your risk of dementia. Here’s how to get started
About 40% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by healthy lifestyle choices and preventive medicine. Here's a tool to gauge your brain care and track your progress.
2 months ago
Rutgers medical students moonlight as Bergen Barbers, doling out haircuts and shaves to patients
The group was inspired by a patient who became depressed and requested a haircut.
2 months ago
Listen 1:17Philly strong: Life lessons from the City of Brotherly Love
We put a spotlight on a few of the people in the Philadelphia area who have found a way to thrive against the odds. We also hear from listeners about finding inner peace.
Air Date: November 21, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:17Jefferson University researchers are illuminating a chapel to research the healing power of light
Bitmapped video projections in Ravenhill Chapel are experiments in the healing powers of light.
3 months ago
Listen 1:49Why are we spending so much time at home?
Many Americans call themselves homebodies. We all need downtime – but the rise in spending so much time at home, expanded by the pandemic, has some concerning implications.
Air Date: October 9, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:59Drug overdose deaths among Philadelphians have risen every year since 2018, but preliminary numbers for 2023 show a drop.
4 months ago
Listen 1:01School safety: Survey finds most teachers question active shooter drills
A recent survey released by RAND found that teachers don’t feel any safer or more prepared to respond to active shooter incidents after lockdown drills.
4 months ago
Philly health centers get $1.2M to expand mental health and substance use treatment options
The $1.2 million in Health Resources and Services Administration federal grants is to bring more behavioral health options into primary care.
4 months ago
Listen 1:08Understanding PDA — when tantrums and school avoidance have deeper roots
Extreme tantrums related to any demands define PDA, but experts say it’s not about demands, it’s about anxiety.
4 months ago
Listen 15:03Up against a ‘ghost network’ for mental health care? Here’s what you can do
Insurers’ failures to update their provider directories have led to dire consequences for people seeking mental health care. Here's how you can navigate these challenges.
4 months ago