'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Tokyo Olympics
Simone Biles cited mental health struggles for pulling out of Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions, highlighting an ongoing discussion in sports.
Simone Biles cited mental health struggles for pulling out of Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions, highlighting an ongoing discussion in sports.
2020 set record for negative emotions, according to Gallup index
In 2020, the world was sadder, angrier, more worried and more stressed than it has been in the past 15 years.
In 2020, the world was sadder, angrier, more worried and more stressed than it has been in the past 15 years.
Newsmaker Saturday: Bobby Lieb, Dr. Ross Goldberg, and Shawn Banzhaf
This week on Newsmaker Saturday, Christina Carilla talks with Bobby Lieb from Homesmart, about the hot housing market in the Valley, Dr. Ross Goldberg about the new Delta variant of the Coronavirus, and Shawn Banzhaf about how to help loved ones dealing with PTSD.
This week on Newsmaker Saturday, Christina Carilla talks with Bobby Lieb from Homesmart, about the hot housing market in the Valley, Dr. Ross Goldberg about the new Delta variant of the Coronavirus, and Shawn Banzhaf about how to help loved ones dealing with PTSD.
Brain cells compete to promote or suppress traumatic memories, scientists say
Researchers from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) say they have discovered that brain cells actually compete to either suppress or promote traumatic memories.
Researchers from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) say they have discovered that brain cells actually compete to either suppress or promote traumatic memories.
Youth suicide attempts increased 31% amid COVID-19 pandemic, CDC says
Suicide attempts among adolescents increased 31% amid the COVID-19 pandemic and over 50% of that was among females, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Suicide attempts among adolescents increased 31% amid the COVID-19 pandemic and over 50% of that was among females, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
FDA approves much-debated Alzheimer’s drug Biogen, 1st in nearly 20 years
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
The FDA approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, despite some warnings from independent advisers.
Army veteran organizes hike across Arizona for PTSD awareness
Army veteran Joshua Emer is leading a 100-mile hike with other veterans through Arizona to raise awareness for those struggling with PTSD. Proceeds will be donated to Semper Fi & America's Fund, a non-profit that benefits critically ill and injured servicemembers.
Army veteran Joshua Emer is leading a 100-mile hike with other veterans through Arizona to raise awareness for those struggling with PTSD. Proceeds will be donated to Semper Fi & America's Fund, a non-profit that benefits critically ill and injured servicemembers.
A closer look at pressures athletes at all levels face
Athletes of every sport have posted messages on social media supporting 4-time champion tennis player Naomi Osaka, who withdrew from the French Open. FOX 10's Renee Nelson talks to Dr. Andrea Raby, BP of psychiatry at Bayless Integrated Healthcare about the pressures athletes of all levels face.
Athletes of every sport have posted messages on social media supporting 4-time champion tennis player Naomi Osaka, who withdrew from the French Open. FOX 10's Renee Nelson talks to Dr. Andrea Raby, BP of psychiatry at Bayless Integrated Healthcare about the pressures athletes of all levels face.
Americans not getting mental health care needed amid pandemic, reports suggest
The ongoing pandemic has made access to mental health services more necessary than ever, though new reports suggest Americans aren’t getting the care they need.
The ongoing pandemic has made access to mental health services more necessary than ever, though new reports suggest Americans aren’t getting the care they need.
Coronavirus relief funds Arizona school counselors, social workers
Hoffman said the $21 million plan will provide two years of funding to eliminate a waitlist for mental health professionals requested by schools in 2019.
Hoffman said the $21 million plan will provide two years of funding to eliminate a waitlist for mental health professionals requested by schools in 2019.
Arizona students, teachers plead for more mental health resources on campus
Students and teachers say now that the entire education has been shifted, accommodations need to be made in terms of mental health. Otherwise, there could be another crisis in our schools.
Students and teachers say now that the entire education has been shifted, accommodations need to be made in terms of mental health. Otherwise, there could be another crisis in our schools.
Many struggling with 're-entry anxiety' as world begins to open again
With Arizona reopening along with the rest of the world after the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people will have to get used to another new normal of heading out into the world again.
With Arizona reopening along with the rest of the world after the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people will have to get used to another new normal of heading out into the world again.
Study: 1 in 3 COVID-19 survivors develop mental health problems within 6 months
A new study shows COVID-19 affects the mind and the brain in significant ways after researchers found a third of people who survive the virus develop mental health or brain disorders they never had before.
A new study shows COVID-19 affects the mind and the brain in significant ways after researchers found a third of people who survive the virus develop mental health or brain disorders they never had before.
Researchers develop blood test that could help gauge depression, bipolar disorder
Researchers say they found a way to tell from a person’s blood how severe their depression is, the risk of developing severe depression in the future and the risk of future bipolar disorder.
Researchers say they found a way to tell from a person’s blood how severe their depression is, the risk of developing severe depression in the future and the risk of future bipolar disorder.
LinkedIn lets 15,900 employees take week after Easter off in push to avoid burnout
Social networking giant LinkedIn is allowing its staff members a full, paid week off post-Easter to support mental well-being.
Social networking giant LinkedIn is allowing its staff members a full, paid week off post-Easter to support mental well-being.
Parents of virtual learners say their kids have worse mental health, less time outside, CDC survey finds
One year after the coronavirus pandemic shut down schools nationwide, a CDC survey released Thursday shows that remote learning has taken a toll on the mental and physical health of both parents and children.
One year after the coronavirus pandemic shut down schools nationwide, a CDC survey released Thursday shows that remote learning has taken a toll on the mental and physical health of both parents and children.
‘It’s an idea whose time has come’: Spain to test out 4-day workweek
A Spanish political party’s proposal for an experimental four-day workweek was accepted by Spain’s government, which is hoping to help the country achieve a better work/life balance.
A Spanish political party’s proposal for an experimental four-day workweek was accepted by Spain’s government, which is hoping to help the country achieve a better work/life balance.
Arizona Gov. Ducey signs bill allowing authorities to prosecute adults who encourage minors to die by suicide
Arizona House Bill 2459 would have adults face manslaughter charges if they advise or encourage minors to die by suicide.
Arizona House Bill 2459 would have adults face manslaughter charges if they advise or encourage minors to die by suicide.
Children, adults struggle with mental health as pandemic rages on
Mental health experts say many continue to suffer from depression and anxiety as the pandemic rages on. Not only are adults feeling the impacts, but so are children.
Mental health experts say many continue to suffer from depression and anxiety as the pandemic rages on. Not only are adults feeling the impacts, but so are children.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, Mesa police team up for soccer program
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley and Mesa Police Department are kicking off a program that is meant to promote the physical and mental well-being of Valley kids.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley and Mesa Police Department are kicking off a program that is meant to promote the physical and mental well-being of Valley kids.