Chicago professor warns 'BeReal.' app could pose some issues for children
Earlier this year, the app was reportedly gaining movement — seeing downloads up 315 percent.
Earlier this year, the app was reportedly gaining movement — seeing downloads up 315 percent.
Survey: Nearly half of Americans admit talking to their plants, and it might make them happier
About 62% of respondents said talking to their plants helps their own mental health and 65% said they believe it helps the plants grow.
About 62% of respondents said talking to their plants helps their own mental health and 65% said they believe it helps the plants grow.
Depression vs. burnout: spotting the difference
As you think about heading back to work Tuesday, are you dreading it? And is it more than dread, maybe depression or perhaps burn out? It's an important conversation as we focus on mental health for National Suicide Prevention Week.
As you think about heading back to work Tuesday, are you dreading it? And is it more than dread, maybe depression or perhaps burn out? It's an important conversation as we focus on mental health for National Suicide Prevention Week.
Videos circulating of people losing their tempers have therapists suggesting mental health checkups
Videos continue to circulate on social media of people yelling in public, and therapists are suggesting people have shorter fuses since the start of the pandemic.
Videos continue to circulate on social media of people yelling in public, and therapists are suggesting people have shorter fuses since the start of the pandemic.
Chicago Police Department forms partnership to focus on officers' mental health
The Chicago Police Department is now working with the "National Alliance on Mental Illness" to get officers the help they need.
The Chicago Police Department is now working with the "National Alliance on Mental Illness" to get officers the help they need.
Chicago Police Department forms partnership to focus on officers' mental health
The Chicago Police Department is now working with the "National Alliance on Mental Illness? to get officers the help they need.
The Chicago Police Department is now working with the "National Alliance on Mental Illness? to get officers the help they need.
Woodlawn facility becomes hub for HIV, AIDS research
Five groups have already signed up to use the space in an effort to reduce HIV transmission among Black and Latino populations.
Five groups have already signed up to use the space in an effort to reduce HIV transmission among Black and Latino populations.
'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.