'The Sugar Jar' explains why personal boundaries are so important to our own mental wellness
Author, speaker and mental wellness advocate Yasmine Cheyenne expounds on lessons from her new book 'The Sugar Jar' and stresses the importance of creating boundaries in our relationships.
Author, speaker and mental wellness advocate Yasmine Cheyenne expounds on lessons from her new book 'The Sugar Jar' and stresses the importance of creating boundaries in our relationships.
Parkland shooter trial: Nikolas Cruz thinks he will get out of prison, defense mental health expert says
A defense mental health expert in the penalty trial of Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz said he could pinpoint when he realized the 23-year-old mass murderer still has “irrational thoughts” — the two were making small talk when Cruz began describing plans for an eventual life outside prison.
A defense mental health expert in the penalty trial of Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz said he could pinpoint when he realized the 23-year-old mass murderer still has “irrational thoughts” — the two were making small talk when Cruz began describing plans for an eventual life outside prison.
How to start talking about mental health in the workplace
"The President's Coach" Mitchell Creasey talks about the importance of broaching mental health issues in the workplace and maintaining an open and inclusive environment for discussion.
"The President's Coach" Mitchell Creasey talks about the importance of broaching mental health issues in the workplace and maintaining an open and inclusive environment for discussion.
After three suicides by Chicago police officers, top cop fends off rising criticism
After the recent suicides of three Chicago police officers, the city?s top cop on Monday fended off rising criticism of his policy of routinely cancelling days off, insisting the controversial practice is tightly controlled and has been common for decades.
After the recent suicides of three Chicago police officers, the city?s top cop on Monday fended off rising criticism of his policy of routinely cancelling days off, insisting the controversial practice is tightly controlled and has been common for decades.
Chicago police brass questioned after recent suicides in the department
Chicago Police Supt. David Brown fielded questions Monday after three CPD officers died by suicide in the past few weeks.
Chicago Police Supt. David Brown fielded questions Monday after three CPD officers died by suicide in the past few weeks.
After 3 suicides by Chicago cops, Supt. Brown fends off rising criticism for routinely canceling days off
As Chicago police officials grapple with a series of officer suicides, the department’s former wellness adviser decried the practice of canceling days off as “inhumane” and called for a sweeping plan to address psychological issues within the ranks.
As Chicago police officials grapple with a series of officer suicides, the department’s former wellness adviser decried the practice of canceling days off as “inhumane” and called for a sweeping plan to address psychological issues within the ranks.
Sen. Durbin announces funding for Chicago mental health organization
One of the largest mental health service organizations in Chicago has secured some new funding.
One of the largest mental health service organizations in Chicago has secured some new funding.
Durbin announces funding for mental health organization
One of the largest mental health organizations in Chicago has secured some new funding. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin made the announcement about the federal money for Thresholds on Friday.
One of the largest mental health organizations in Chicago has secured some new funding. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin made the announcement about the federal money for Thresholds on Friday.
People can now call National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988
There are some changes coming to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that will make it easier for people to get help.
There are some changes coming to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that will make it easier for people to get help.
Shorter number now offered for suicide lifeline: 988
There are some changes coming to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that will make it easier for people to get help.
There are some changes coming to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that will make it easier for people to get help.
What are the five categories of red flags?
Dr. Nancy Zarse of Zars Psychological Services breaks down her different categories of red flags and what warning signs to look for in people around you.
Dr. Nancy Zarse of Zars Psychological Services breaks down her different categories of red flags and what warning signs to look for in people around you.
Expert urges parents not to wait if child needs mental health assistance
Mental health professionals want parents to pay close attention to the red flags displayed by the Highland Park shooter.
Mental health professionals want parents to pay close attention to the red flags displayed by the Highland Park shooter.
Calls grow in Illinois to help kids manage their mental health
Illinois officials say when kids threaten to take their lives, or do harm themselves, they can't find a bed at a mental health facility.
Illinois officials say when kids threaten to take their lives, or do harm themselves, they can't find a bed at a mental health facility.
Calls grow in Illinois to help kids manage their mental health
On Thursday, an Illinois Senate committee heard from people on the front lines of a mental health crisis for kids.
On Thursday, an Illinois Senate committee heard from people on the front lines of a mental health crisis for kids.
'Climb Out of the Darkness': Chicago walk raises awareness for postpartum depression
The world’s largest event to help new moms and dads with their mental health is happening in Chicago this weekend.
The world’s largest event to help new moms and dads with their mental health is happening in Chicago this weekend.
Climb Out of the Darkness Walk happening this weekend in Chicago
The world?s largest event to help new moms and dads with their mental health is happening in Chicago this weekend.
The world?s largest event to help new moms and dads with their mental health is happening in Chicago this weekend.
Three things you can do tonight to make tomorrow better
Executive coach Mitchell Creasey dishes out four tips for things you can do now to improve your quality of life in the future.
Executive coach Mitchell Creasey dishes out four tips for things you can do now to improve your quality of life in the future.
Latin dance can help improve your memory as you age, study suggests
All 333 participants were of Latinx descent because, according to researchers, Latinos have a higher risk of developing cognitive disabilities such as Alzheimer’s.
All 333 participants were of Latinx descent because, according to researchers, Latinos have a higher risk of developing cognitive disabilities such as Alzheimer’s.
Therapy dogs cheering up kids at Chicago children's hospital
Two dogs from the Cook County Sheriff's Office will be at La Rabida Children's Hospital once a week, helping to make a trip to see the doctor more enjoyable and less stressful.
Two dogs from the Cook County Sheriff's Office will be at La Rabida Children's Hospital once a week, helping to make a trip to see the doctor more enjoyable and less stressful.
New dog therapy program coming to South Side Chicago children's hospital
A Chicago children's hospital is getting some furry faces to help kids feel better.
A Chicago children's hospital is getting some furry faces to help kids feel better.