Election seasons are stressful; here are ways to cope

With midterms well underway and the next presidential election right around the corner, here are some tips on how to stay sane through election season.

Even the simplest form of exercise can help with an aging brain, research hints

The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.

What is 988, the new mental health crisis hotline number that has launched nationwide?

People in Arizona and other parts of the country can now get the mental help they need by calling 988. Here's what you should know about the new three-digit emergency mental health hotline number.

Is too much sun giving you the blues?

Do you feel down now that the days are longer? Doctors call it reverse seasonal affective disorder.

Peoria offering a 'sensory room' for those overwhelmed by Fourth of July festivities
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The "All American Festival" at the Peoria Sports Complex on July 4 will have music, water slides and of course, fireworks. But 4th of July activities can be a little overwhelming for some so the city of Peoria will have a sensory room. It will have kits people can check out, including everything from noise-canceling headphones to weighted blankets. There will also be plush chairs and activities to make sure people can stay calm during the celebration.

People more unhappy, stressed out than ever worldwide, poll finds

A new poll reflects that stress and worry for people reached a higher rate in 2021 compared to the emotions most felt at the start of the pandemic.

'Tomorrow needs you': Downtown Phoenix mural promotes mental health awareness

There's a new mural in downtown Phoenix, crafted a little differently by a group that wants it to connect with everyone who feels like they're alone.

Kids who play team sports are less likely to have mental health issues, study suggests

“The results of this study, coupled with previous research findings, suggest that participation in organized team sport may be a useful medium through which to promote child and adolescent mental health,” the researcher said.

California parents could soon sue for social media addiction

Business groups have warned that if the bill passes, social media companies would most likely cease operations for children in California rather than face the legal risk.

Having more than 1 child can harm your mental health, study says

Researchers who gauged "parental burnout" in dozens of countries around the world found American moms and dads were among those feeling most exhausted.

Most Americans feel short mental health breaks boost their well-being, survey finds

The study revealed that most moms struggle with their mental and emotional health and can't prioritize it because of their dual responsibilities of juggling their jobs and caring for others at home.

Report: Country icon Naomi Judd died by suicide following longtime mental health struggle

Naomi Judd died by suicide following a longtime struggle with mental health, according to a new report. The country legend took her own life on Saturday, multiple sources confirmed to People magazine.