Mental Health Awareness Month: Removing stigma to support healing
Mental health has long been stigmatized, but groups like New Choice Intervention are working to break down those barriers and encourage people to get the help they need.
Starting Fresh: Exploring the new you through makeovers
The Wings Chicago program is a domestic violence center that helps survivors be their very best, providing housing and counseling, among other things.
New program aims to tackle mental health
A local suburb is making sure residents know about their available resources.
Chicago weather: Scattered showers continue today but the sun returns tomorrow
FOX 32's Kaitlin Cody breaks down today's weather outlook.
Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Music Workshop founder on why it's important to foster a love of music in children
Music Workshop founder and executive director Amy Richter talks about their new course for teachers called "Wellbeing in the Music Classroom."
Rising school violence sparks concern: Chicago agency links increase to mental health crisis
Since the beginning of the school year, there have been countless fights, threats and even arrests and it's more than we've seen in recent years. It has left many people wondering what is going on? One agency in Chicago is saying we are witnessing symptoms of America's mental health crisis.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
New app monitors alcohol habits to help with moderation
Sunnyside was founded to help people manage their alcohol consumption with the use of their smartphones. CEO and co-founder Nick Allen says Sunnyside uses mindfulness to encourage moderation.
Loneliness can have devastating impact on mental and physical health
Chronic loneliness has impacts on your body that can be as deadly as 15 cigarettes a day. Feeling lonely sometimes is normal but chronic loneliness can affect people's ability to function day-to-day.
New Chicago exhibit focuses on mental health
A captivating exhibit has debuted at Chicago's Water Tower, offering visitors a deep dive into their emotions.
New Chicago exhibit focuses on mental health
A captivating exhibit has debuted at Chicago's Water Tower, offering visitors a deep dive into their emotions.
New Chicago exhibit focuses on mental health
A captivating exhibit has debuted at Chicago's Water Tower, offering visitors a deep dive into their emotions.
Perfectionism can cause roadblocks in your life
The drive to be the best can come with a crippling downside.
Anxiety is the biggest concern among employees seeking mental health services
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Does your child need a mental health day?
Mental health has become a big issue for school-age children. A new poll from the University of Michigan's C. S. Mott Children's Hospital finds that 1 in 5 parents considers if their child needs to take a mental health day.
From streets to stability: Chicago nonprofit offers lifeline to city's homeless community
There are roughly 68,000 people experiencing homelessness in Chicago, a staggering number that is the driving force behind the mission of one local nonprofit. Through outreach, they are providing a threshold to new beginnings.
Chicago nonprofit offers lifeline to city's homeless community
There are roughly 68,000 people experiencing homelessness in Chicago, a staggering number that is the driving force behind the mission of one local nonprofit. Through outreach, they are providing a threshold to new beginnings.
Illinois governor looks to tackle rising cost of health insurance
The Healthcare Protection Act (HPA), initially proposed during the governor’s FY25 Budget Address in late February, seeks to prohibit step therapy, eliminate prior authorization for crisis mental health care, enhance network adequacy and curb unchecked rate hikes for large group insurance companies.