Mental Health
Community members in Paterson have called for police to suspend the involved officers without pay, effective immediately.
2 years ago
Fetterman ‘on path to recovery,’ will be out for more weeks
Fetterman communications director Joe Calvello said in a statement Monday that the senator's recovery will be a "weeks-long process.”
2 years ago
Shedding Light on Depression and Stigma
Will Senator John Fetterman's openness about his depression help remove some of the stigma around mental illness?
Air Date: February 24, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:14Fetterman case highlights common stroke, depression link
Experts say depression occurs after a stroke in about 1 in 3 patients. There may be a biological reason, with some evidence suggesting that strokes might cause brain changes.
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Fetterman draws praise for getting help for depression
Senator John Fetterman's office said that he had experienced depression on and off in his life, but it had only become severe in recent weeks.
2 years ago
Trauma and Resilience After a Disaster
How can survivors of the Turkey-Syria earthquake recover after losing so much? And what helps people withstand large-scale trauma like natural disasters?
Air Date: February 17, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:26Sen. John Fetterman checks into hospital for depression
Fetterman checked himself into Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to seek treatment for clinical depression.
2 years ago
Philly police inspector draws from her own grief to address gun violence, trauma
Altovise Love-Craighead is a Black woman, a co-victim of homicide, and a law enforcement leader. She says officers can do a better job building trust with residents.
2 years ago
Listen 3:13Pandemic youth mental health toll unprecedented, data show
The pandemic took a harsh toll on U.S. teen girls’ mental health, with almost 60% reporting feelings of persistent sadness or hopelessness.
2 years ago
Trauma that comes from directly or indirectly experiencing gun violence can have short- and long-term effects, especially among youth survivors.
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Listen 6:03Here’s why you should make a habit of having more fun
Happiness can sometimes feel just out of reach. But having more fun? You've got this — and those giggles and playful moments can make a big difference to your health.
2 years ago
Lessons from the world’s longest happiness study
What does it take to live a happy, fulfilling life? Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz share findings from their happiness study and discuss their book, "The Good Life."
Air Date: January 27, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:00Kensington’s Esperanza Health Center eyes expansion, new wellness center
Kensington-area medical facility Esperanza Health Center plans to expand its health and behavioral services, as well as a newly built community wellness center.
2 years ago
Chester County revives its local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness
Starting this year, the returning local chapter will provide support and education for people in the county dealing with mental illnesses as well as their families.
2 years ago
Psychedelic drugs may launch a new era in psychiatric treatment, brain scientists say
One of the hottest tickets at this year's Society for Neuroscience meeting in San Diego was a session on psychedelic drugs.
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