Voters pass Prop 409, granting Valleywise Health $900M
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The campaign for Prop 409 declared victory, securing nearly $900 million for Valleywise Health to build a new mental health hospital. The funding for the proposition will come from property taxes.

A nation on edge | Battleground Ep. 6
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As Americans grapple with the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, Battleground brings you the latest from the campaign trail and beyond. Plus, a vital discussion with a mental health expert on the toll of our toxic political climate.

How the heat can impact mood, decision making
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Experts say the extreme heat can have "significant impacts" on our mental well-being. That includes our ability to think clearly and make decisions. Dr. Mike from the FOX medical team joins FOX 10 AZAM to talk about how the extreme heat can impact our mental health.

Police, boxing academy partner to help teens
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A California police department and a boxing academy are partnering to use boxing gloves as a tool to help teens improve their mental health. FOX'S Patricia Martellotti has the story.

Therapists warn of mental health toll after Charlie Kirk assassination

Mental health experts are warning about the psychological toll of consuming graphic, violent content, citing the video of Charlie Kirk's assassination shared on social media.

Expert tips on how to deal with football season
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The beginning of football season is glorious, unless your football-crazed partner basically goes missing in action in the months ahead. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more from an expert, as well as a football fan, on how to deal with this.

Valley wellness clinic uses hyperbaric oxygen therapy to help veterans

A Valley veteran is now receiving new hope through an advanced treatment known as hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The treatment isn't covered by the VA or insurance, so a local clinic is donating its services in hope of giving back to those who've served.

Study warns AI chatbots may mishandle suicide-related questions

A new study in Psychiatric Services found that AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude avoid the riskiest suicide queries but give inconsistent answers to lower-level questions. The research came the same day a California family sued OpenAI after their son’s death.

Phoenix FD to use grounding devices for wellness
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The Phoenix Fire Department received a donation of grounding devices to support firefighters' mental health and wellness. FOX 10's Danielle Miller shows how they will help.

Maryvale High School student killed: Resources for students, staff are available

Following the deadly stabbing of a Maryvale student inside a classroom on Tuesday, Aug. 19, the school district is offering resources to those affected.

Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47

Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.

Mind Hype | Community Cares
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In this Community Cares, a woman is helping others get into a better headspace. It's said that you are what you think, but thinking big isn't always simple, and the path forward isn't always clear. FOX 10's Anita Roman has more on "Mind Hype."

Exec. order allows forced placement in treatment facilities
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Local communities are looking at how a recently signed executive order by President Trump could impact their policies on homelessness. The order allows people with mental health issues or addictions to be placed in treatment facilities even if they don't agree to it.

SuperAgers over 80 show memory equal to adults in their 50s, study finds

A new Northwestern study finds some adults over 80 maintain memory and brain health on par with people decades younger, offering insight into how aging and Alzheimer’s could be delayed.

Some parents rethink their smartphone habits
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These days, people constantly have mobile phones on their hands or near them, and experts say that can expose us to a host of negative side effects. Some parents are seeing the impacts on their kids, and it is causing them to rethink their habits. Reporter Chris Demeo has more.

Legend Acres Dog and Horse Solutions | Care Force
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A retired combat veteran made it her mission to help others dealing with PTSD through animal therapy. At her ranch, Legend Acres, she offers a peaceful place for veterans & first responders to build camaraderie with others experiencing the same.

Family files wrongful death lawsuit after man dies of heat exposure in Maricopa County

The family of Lafayette Palmes, a 58-year-old man with mental health issues, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Maricopa County & other parties. Palmes died last summer in Phoenix from heat exposure and dehydration while under county guardianship.