Mental Health
Thanksgiving usually means we’re going big — way over the top. Twice as much turkey as we could possibly eat; more side dishes than ...
Air Date: November 22, 2019
Listen 49:15Your brain on gratitude: How a neuroscientist used his research to heal from grief
Gratitude journaling, it turns out, transformed the neuroscientist’s grief — and likely his brain
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Listen 10:42A young immigrant has mental illness, and that’s raising his risk of being deported
When José moved his family to the United States from Mexico nearly two decades ago, he had hopes of giving his children a better life.
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Experts worry active shooter drills in schools could be traumatic for students
A regular drumbeat of mass shootings in the U.S. has ramped up pressure on education and law enforcement officials to do all they can to prevent the next attack.
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To combat suicides, VA secretary calls for modern approach to mental health, starting in service
Secretary Robert Wilkie, on a recent visit to Philly, said it’s important to recognize signs of mental illness while service members are on active duty.
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High-ranking dog provides key training for military’s medical students
The newest faculty member at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences has a great smile ― and likes to be scratched behind the ears.
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CDC: Childhood trauma is a public health issue and we can do more to prevent it
Experiencing traumatic things as a child puts you at risk for lifelong health effects, according to a body of research.
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'Where’s your money going?' one student asked of the college. 'Because there are people who don’t have insurance who really rely on these services for help.'
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Pa.’s largest community college eliminates campus mental health counseling for 17K students
College health experts called the move short-sighted and risky at a time of growing mental health needs among students.
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N.J. public schools called on to provide better mental health services
A report from the New Jersey School Boards Association finds uneven availability of mental health services at public schools. It says building trust is a key first step.
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Changing your diet can help tamp down depression, boost mood
There's fresh evidence that eating a healthy diet, one that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables and limits highly processed foods, can help reduce symptoms of depression.
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Lawsuit: Inmates cries for help were ignored before suicide death
The lawsuit alleges Darius Sarro was raped and bullied by other inmates on multiple occasions over a two-year period, while housed at James T. Vaughn Correctional Center.
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Does canceling others hurt our mental health?
Many people say we live in a “cancel culture” – where we banish those who express unpopular opinions or behave in seemingly off ...
Air Date: October 3, 2019
Listen 04:29‘Feeling is healing’: Mental health summit in Olney uses hip-hop as therapy
One goal of the mental health summit is to dispel the stigma associated with mental health issues in black communities.
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Stressed out by politics? Here’s how to keep caring without losing your cool
Surveys show today's political climate is affecting people's mood, relationships and health. How do you stay engaged with democracy without letting the stress ruin your day?
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