Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
ADHD drug shortage continues to impact patients
Many ADHD medications are Schedule 2 drugs so there are restrictions to how much can be produced, which is just one of the reasons there is a shortage. There's also been a hike in prescriptions written since the pandemic. Some patients have been facing issues for months.
Many ADHD medications are Schedule 2 drugs so there are restrictions to how much can be produced, which is just one of the reasons there is a shortage. There's also been a hike in prescriptions written since the pandemic. Some patients have been facing issues for months.
Illinois expands access to mental health services for agricultural communities
Gov. JB Pritzker has announced a new initiative to improve care options for rural farmers and agricultural communities.
Gov. JB Pritzker has announced a new initiative to improve care options for rural farmers and agricultural communities.
Gary to launch mobile mental health pilot program
The city of Gary, Indiana wants to limit residents negative interactions with police, and are now set to unveil a new pilot program. Rev. Dr. Rameen Jackson of the Interfaith Action Network, which is behind the pilot, talks more about a new mobile mental health unit that's in the works.
The city of Gary, Indiana wants to limit residents negative interactions with police, and are now set to unveil a new pilot program. Rev. Dr. Rameen Jackson of the Interfaith Action Network, which is behind the pilot, talks more about a new mobile mental health unit that's in the works.
Illinois expands access to mental health services for agricultural communities
Illinois is expanding access to mental health services.
Illinois is expanding access to mental health services.
Illinois launches new initiative to help those in rural communities get resources for their mental health
The state of Illinois launched a new initiative people living in rural communities to get help when it comes to their mental health.
The state of Illinois launched a new initiative people living in rural communities to get help when it comes to their mental health.
Redevelopment plans for vacant Tinley Park mental hospital unveiled
New details were released Tuesday about plans to redevelop a mental hospital that’s been vacant for more than a decade in southwest suburban Tinley Park.
New details were released Tuesday about plans to redevelop a mental hospital that’s been vacant for more than a decade in southwest suburban Tinley Park.
Leader tapped in cleanup efforts for Tinley Park mental health facility
The former director of the Illinois EPA will be leading the effort to fix up the former Tinley Park mental health site.
The former director of the Illinois EPA will be leading the effort to fix up the former Tinley Park mental health site.
'Safe2Help Illinois' looks to support students heading back to school
The start of the school year is also the start of a new program to help students with bullying and mental health.
The start of the school year is also the start of a new program to help students with bullying and mental health.
'Safe2Help Illinois' looks to support students heading back to school
As the new school year begins, Illinois students now have a new way to communicate possible threats or mental health crises to professionals.
As the new school year begins, Illinois students now have a new way to communicate possible threats or mental health crises to professionals.
Lake County offering mental health first aid training to residents
Sam Johnson from the Lake County Health Department talks about their mental health first aid training and how it benefits residents.
Sam Johnson from the Lake County Health Department talks about their mental health first aid training and how it benefits residents.
Signs your children are struggling with their mental health
Here are warning signs that your children could be struggling with their mental health.
Here are warning signs that your children could be struggling with their mental health.
Experts say mental health should be top priority for kids as they return to school
Making sure your child is ready to go back to school involves more than shopping for new clothes and supplies. Communication experts say their mental health should also be a priority.
Making sure your child is ready to go back to school involves more than shopping for new clothes and supplies. Communication experts say their mental health should also be a priority.
Mental health should be top priority for kids as they return to school: experts
Making sure your child is ready for back to school involves more than shopping for new clothes and supplies.
Making sure your child is ready for back to school involves more than shopping for new clothes and supplies.
Larry Snelling to prioritize one thing especially as Chicago's next top cop
The mental well-being of police officers in a department he has called his own for nearly three decades is paramount among his priorities.
The mental well-being of police officers in a department he has called his own for nearly three decades is paramount among his priorities.
Larry Snelling to prioritize officer wellness as Chicago's next top cop
The mental well-being of police officers in a department he has called his own for nearly three decades is paramount among his priorities.
The mental well-being of police officers in a department he has called his own for nearly three decades is paramount among his priorities.
FDA approves first fast-acting pill for postpartum depression
Postpartum depression symptoms can be felt anytime within the first year following a pregnancy. A new fast acting pill could help mothers cope with their symptoms.
Postpartum depression symptoms can be felt anytime within the first year following a pregnancy. A new fast acting pill could help mothers cope with their symptoms.
FDA approves pill for postpartum depression
Doctors from Rush University Medical Center had a hand in testing the new pill.
Doctors from Rush University Medical Center had a hand in testing the new pill.
Angus Cloud's mother denies 'Euphoria' star died by suicide: 'He did not intend to check out of this world'
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
National Health Center Week kicks off Monday
Community health centers like Near North Health provide full health care and social services across the Chicago area to those who may not have immediate access. National Health Center Week celebrates the history of centers that aim to bring equality and equity to health care.
Community health centers like Near North Health provide full health care and social services across the Chicago area to those who may not have immediate access. National Health Center Week celebrates the history of centers that aim to bring equality and equity to health care.