Former Wisconsin football player, who left the sport amid mental health struggles, dead at 24
Former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh, who walked away from college football due to mental health struggles, has died, the university announced Tuesday. He was 24.
Former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh, who walked away from college football due to mental health struggles, has died, the university announced Tuesday. He was 24.
World Bipolar Day: New documentary aims to change understanding of bipolar disorder
Dr. Crystal Clark discusses bipolar disorder, common misconceptions, evolving treatments, and how the documentary Brainstorm is working to break stigma and reshape perceptions.
Dr. Crystal Clark discusses bipolar disorder, common misconceptions, evolving treatments, and how the documentary Brainstorm is working to break stigma and reshape perceptions.
Meta violated child safety laws, jury says: What this means for social media
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
A New Mexico jury ruled Tuesday that social media giant Meta harms children’s mental health and violates state consumer protection laws.
Global Day of Unplugging: Can you put down your phone for 24 hours?
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
The Global Day of Unplugging is a “worldwide 24-hour digital pause where people and communities power down devices and power on real-world connection.”
Katherine Short, daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42: report
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Mark Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
New study examines social media’s impact on children’s mental health | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Courtney K. Blackwell shares the potential impacts social media has on mental health and development.
Dr. Courtney K. Blackwell shares the potential impacts social media has on mental health and development.
Illinois joins WHO outbreak network after Trump admin pulls public health funding
Illinois health director Dr. Sameer Vohra explains the impact of lost federal funding, why the state is partnering with the World Health Organization’s global outbreak network, and what it means for public health moving forward.
Illinois health director Dr. Sameer Vohra explains the impact of lost federal funding, why the state is partnering with the World Health Organization’s global outbreak network, and what it means for public health moving forward.
Doctor explains why sleep matters for heart health
Cardiologist Dr. Saagar Sanghvi discusses how much sleep adults need, what happens to the body during rest and why poor sleep — including disorders like sleep apnea — can take a toll on heart health.
Cardiologist Dr. Saagar Sanghvi discusses how much sleep adults need, what happens to the body during rest and why poor sleep — including disorders like sleep apnea — can take a toll on heart health.
Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
Lawsuit claims social media addiction harms teens, expert weighs in
A major California trial puts Meta and Google in the spotlight as a lawsuit alleges social media platforms were intentionally designed to addict young users, with executives including Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify.
A major California trial puts Meta and Google in the spotlight as a lawsuit alleges social media platforms were intentionally designed to addict young users, with executives including Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify.
Confused about child vaccines? What Illinois and the AAP recommend now
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new law allowing the Illinois Department of Public Health to create its own childhood vaccine guidelines following changes at the federal level. At the same time, the American Academy of Pediatrics released alternative recommendations. Dr. Marielle J. Fricchione of Rush University Medical Center joins us to explain what has changed.
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new law allowing the Illinois Department of Public Health to create its own childhood vaccine guidelines following changes at the federal level. At the same time, the American Academy of Pediatrics released alternative recommendations. Dr. Marielle J. Fricchione of Rush University Medical Center joins us to explain what has changed.
Mental health meets hip-hop at Chicago wellness event
Organizers and mental health professionals explain how the second annual event uses music, conversation and community resources to promote wellness during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Organizers and mental health professionals explain how the second annual event uses music, conversation and community resources to promote wellness during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Study finds teens value safety and kindness more than popularity
New research from UCLA reveals that despite the pressures of social media and bullying, today’s teens prioritize feeling safe and treating others with kindness, offering insight into how parents and communities can better support youth values.
New research from UCLA reveals that despite the pressures of social media and bullying, today’s teens prioritize feeling safe and treating others with kindness, offering insight into how parents and communities can better support youth values.
Illinois to pay $10M after teen’s death at state mental health facility
The state of Illinois is paying $10 million to settle a lawsuit following the death of a teenager at a state-run mental health facility. Investigators say required safety checks were not followed.
The state of Illinois is paying $10 million to settle a lawsuit following the death of a teenager at a state-run mental health facility. Investigators say required safety checks were not followed.
Illinois to pay $10M after teen’s death at state mental health facility
The state of Illinois is paying $10 million to settle a lawsuit following the death of a teenager at a state-run mental health facility. Investigators say required safety checks were not followed.
The state of Illinois is paying $10 million to settle a lawsuit following the death of a teenager at a state-run mental health facility. Investigators say required safety checks were not followed.
Illinois to pay $10M after teen’s death at state mental health facility
The state of Illinois is paying $10 million to settle a lawsuit following the death of a teenager at a state-run mental health facility. Investigators say required safety checks were not followed.
The state of Illinois is paying $10 million to settle a lawsuit following the death of a teenager at a state-run mental health facility. Investigators say required safety checks were not followed.
Americans turn to offline activities as screen time burnout grows | ChicagoNOW
Mental health experts say people are shifting away from technology in a growing effort to manage stress and improve well-being.
Mental health experts say people are shifting away from technology in a growing effort to manage stress and improve well-being.
Bears-induced "fanxiety" spiking during playoff run: Here's how to manage it
A psychologist explains the science behind “fanxiety” and shares practical ways Bears fans can channel stress, hope, and excitement during another nerve-wracking game.
A psychologist explains the science behind “fanxiety” and shares practical ways Bears fans can channel stress, hope, and excitement during another nerve-wracking game.
How to spot if your teen is struggling with mental health | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Cam Caswell explains why teens may struggle more after a long winter break and what parents should look for.
Dr. Cam Caswell explains why teens may struggle more after a long winter break and what parents should look for.