Mental Health
U.S. Surgeon General focuses on ‘invisible wounds’ caused by anxiety in Wilmington visit
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy visited with young leaders in Wilmington with a focus on mental health problems made worse by the pandemic.
3 years ago
N.J. senators want high school students to learn about grief
New legislation would require school districts to update health curriculums to include lessons on the symptoms of grief and ways to cope.
3 years ago
Chew on this: Philly gumball machines dispense poetry and mental health care
Local poet LindoYes! Is distributing free positive poetry and access to city behavioral health resources through nostalgic gumball machines.
3 years ago
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Some New Jersey veterans say the state should ‘do a whole lot better’ by them
This week, the New Jersey Senate Military and Veterans Affairs Committee met to discuss mental health and suicide prevention services for veterans.
3 years ago
Sports support group helps Phillies fans cope with World Series loss
Sadboy Fanatics hosts group sessions for fans to express their frustrations and introduce them to new mental health practices.
3 years ago
A guide to moving through grief
Rebecca Soffer wished she had a handbook on how to grieve after losing her parents, so she wrote one. She joins us to share insights, exercises and tools for surviving loss.
Air Date: November 10, 2022 10:00 am
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Gralin Hughes’ “Supine Horizons” is an immersive art installation promoting the political urgency of taking a break.
3 years ago
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New mental health services offered to 1,500 Wilmington students
New collaborative effort offers mental health services for about 1,500 students in Wilmington’s Community Education Building.
3 years ago
Screenagers: the digital lives of young people
Some teens admit to being addicted to their screens...but for this generation, phones and tablets are critical to daily life. The authors of a new book, Behind Their Screens.
Air Date: November 1, 2022 10:00 am
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Billy Penn
Sneakers and rising Philly chefs will highlight black tie gala to support trauma survivors
The Trauma Survivors Foundation hosts its annual Black Tie & Sneaker Gala at Live Casino & Hotel Saturday night, with a cocktail hour, dinner, and music from local favorites.
3 years ago
How a therapy once seen as a victory for autistic kids has come under fire as abuse
The first generation of kids to receive intensive ABA has grown up — and many have criticized it as harmful and even abusive.
3 years ago
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U.S. surgeon general launches national workplace mental health guide in Philadelphia
The U.S. surgeon general chose Philadelphia as the site to launch a national guide for how employers can improve workplace mental health and wellness.
3 years ago
Spotlight PA
Jail officials across Pa. sound alarm as mental health crisis puts people at risk, survey finds
County jails across Pennsylvania lack the resources to address a growing mental health crisis, putting some of the most vulnerable incarcerated people at heightened risk.
3 years ago
Philly sports’ winning streak boosts spirits across the Delaware Valley
This week, the Phillies and Union continue their playoff runs. The 76ers tip off in their regular season opener Tuesday.
3 years ago
Former Eagles linebacker transforms mental health struggles into post-NFL career
As Smith moved up in the game he loved, the anxiety stayed with him. It grew out of control in Philadelphia — and when he couldn’t perform it spiraled.
3 years ago
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