Friendship & mental health: How The Friendwork Collective is redefining connection
The Friendwork Collective is helping adults build genuine friendships and improve mental health through creative, inclusive community events. From art nights to fitness meetups, each gathering is designed to make connection easy, natural, and fun. Founder Ashley Komperda and member Rosie Patterson join us to share the group?s mission and preview their upcoming Wellness Walk on October 11.
The Friendwork Collective is helping adults build genuine friendships and improve mental health through creative, inclusive community events. From art nights to fitness meetups, each gathering is designed to make connection easy, natural, and fun. Founder Ashley Komperda and member Rosie Patterson join us to share the group?s mission and preview their upcoming Wellness Walk on October 11.
Adult bullying on the rise: Experts push for awareness and prevention | ChicagoNOW
While bullying is often associated with childhood, new data shows it's a growing problem among adults. A national survey found that nearly one in three U.S. adults have experienced bullying, with cyberbullying?especially on social media?being the most common form. As part of Bullying Prevention Month, we're joined by Dr. Lora Erickson from The Chicago School, which now offers a Suicide and Cyberbullying Prevention Certificate aimed at equipping professionals with the tools to recognize, prevent, and respond to this increasingly prevalent issue.
While bullying is often associated with childhood, new data shows it's a growing problem among adults. A national survey found that nearly one in three U.S. adults have experienced bullying, with cyberbullying?especially on social media?being the most common form. As part of Bullying Prevention Month, we're joined by Dr. Lora Erickson from The Chicago School, which now offers a Suicide and Cyberbullying Prevention Certificate aimed at equipping professionals with the tools to recognize, prevent, and respond to this increasingly prevalent issue.
Ballet 5:8 celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with live performances exploring mental health
Ballet 5:8 combines live music and dance, including works like "Beauty Will Save the World" and "La Llorona," to highlight Hispanic stories, representation in ballet, and conversations around mental health.
Ballet 5:8 combines live music and dance, including works like "Beauty Will Save the World" and "La Llorona," to highlight Hispanic stories, representation in ballet, and conversations around mental health.
Suicide prevention walk planned for Chicago's Montrose Harbor
The American Foundation of Suicide Prevention holds its "Out of the Darkness" suicide prevention walk at Chicago's Montrose Harbor on Saturday.
The American Foundation of Suicide Prevention holds its "Out of the Darkness" suicide prevention walk at Chicago's Montrose Harbor on Saturday.
Suicide prevention org hosts 'Out of the Darkness' Chicagoland walk
It's an important cause that often doesn't get talked about. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is holding it's Out of the Darkness walk in Chicago.
It's an important cause that often doesn't get talked about. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is holding it's Out of the Darkness walk in Chicago.
Tylenol and autism | Doctor says ?no study shows causation?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and HHS recently claimed that Tylenol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. Dr. Shikha Jain, a board-certified hematology and oncology physician, joins us to break down the science behind the claim ? and stresses that no study shows causation between Tylenol and autism.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and HHS recently claimed that Tylenol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. Dr. Shikha Jain, a board-certified hematology and oncology physician, joins us to break down the science behind the claim ? and stresses that no study shows causation between Tylenol and autism.
Antidepressants not cutting it? Breakthrough research shows potential gamechanger
Rush University researchers share how psilocybin studies and other treatments are offering options for patients who don?t respond to standard antidepressants.
Rush University researchers share how psilocybin studies and other treatments are offering options for patients who don?t respond to standard antidepressants.
AI therapy chatbots lack crucial pushback, psychologist says | ChicagoNOW
Psychologist Ben Shabad breaks down why AI can?t challenge or push back on users like human therapists do ? raising serious concerns about their use in mental health. This, as states regulate AI in therapy.
Psychologist Ben Shabad breaks down why AI can?t challenge or push back on users like human therapists do ? raising serious concerns about their use in mental health. This, as states regulate AI in therapy.
Parenting happiness drops more than divorce - Here's what to know | ChicagoNOW
When a new baby arrives, parents are often told it?s the happiest time of their lives. But studies show the drop in happiness after having a baby is actually bigger than what people experience after unemployment, divorce, or even loss?yet we rarely talk about it. Lindsay Ambrose, a doula, and Arden Joy, a reiki master, are the authors of The Nurture Method show parents how to weave mindfulness into the everyday chaos of caring for a newborn.
When a new baby arrives, parents are often told it?s the happiest time of their lives. But studies show the drop in happiness after having a baby is actually bigger than what people experience after unemployment, divorce, or even loss?yet we rarely talk about it. Lindsay Ambrose, a doula, and Arden Joy, a reiki master, are the authors of The Nurture Method show parents how to weave mindfulness into the everyday chaos of caring for a newborn.
Coping with grief: Chicago expert shares healthy strategies and hope
Licensed clinical social worker Anna Richmond from Thriveworks joins us to discuss how to navigate grief, avoid harmful coping habits, and embrace therapy as a valuable tool for healing.
Licensed clinical social worker Anna Richmond from Thriveworks joins us to discuss how to navigate grief, avoid harmful coping habits, and embrace therapy as a valuable tool for healing.
Why Taylor Swift says to treat your energy like luxury ? and how to do it
In her recent New Heights podcast appearance Taylor Swift dropped some helpful advice. She said: ?Think of your energy as if it?s expensive. As if it?s a luxury item. Not everyone can afford it. Not everyone has invested in you, in order to b e able to have the capital for you to care about this.? Christy Whitman, an energy mastery expert and spiritual guide, dives deeper into treating our time and energy like a valuable currency.
In her recent New Heights podcast appearance Taylor Swift dropped some helpful advice. She said: ?Think of your energy as if it?s expensive. As if it?s a luxury item. Not everyone can afford it. Not everyone has invested in you, in order to b e able to have the capital for you to care about this.? Christy Whitman, an energy mastery expert and spiritual guide, dives deeper into treating our time and energy like a valuable currency.
Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Paris on Politics: Debate on mandatory mental health screenings in Illinois schools
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Person diagnosed with brain-eating amoeba after water skiing | What you need to know
A person in Missouri was diagnosed with a brain-eating amoeba after water skiing. A local doctor joins ChicagoNOW to talk about what you need to do to stay safe.
A person in Missouri was diagnosed with a brain-eating amoeba after water skiing. A local doctor joins ChicagoNOW to talk about what you need to do to stay safe.
TMZ: Wendy Williams' lawyer says leaked medical diagnosis is 'false'
Wendy Williams' lawyer, Joe Tacopina, is claiming that Wendy's leaked medical diagnosis is "false." TMZ's executive producer Michael Babcock breaks it down for us on ChicagoNOW.
Wendy Williams' lawyer, Joe Tacopina, is claiming that Wendy's leaked medical diagnosis is "false." TMZ's executive producer Michael Babcock breaks it down for us on ChicagoNOW.
DuPage County?s crisis recovery center aims to transform mental health and addiction care
DuPage County is taking a step in reimagining how the community responds to mental health and substance use crises.
DuPage County is taking a step in reimagining how the community responds to mental health and substance use crises.
Back-to-school stress and heart health: What parents need to know
Dr. Alana Lewis from Northwestern Medicine breaks down how stress affects heart health, key warning signs to watch for, and practical ways parents and teachers can protect their hearts this school year.
Dr. Alana Lewis from Northwestern Medicine breaks down how stress affects heart health, key warning signs to watch for, and practical ways parents and teachers can protect their hearts this school year.
From adversity to impact: How Ryan Sahlin is changing the game for athletes everywhere
Ryan Sahlin, founder of Greater Than the Game, shares how living with cerebral palsy shaped his mission to spotlight untold athlete stories and advocate for mental health in youth sports.
Ryan Sahlin, founder of Greater Than the Game, shares how living with cerebral palsy shaped his mission to spotlight untold athlete stories and advocate for mental health in youth sports.
Unlock happiness: 3 steps to add joy to your life instantly | ChicagoNOW
Feeling like you need more joy in your life? Allegra Cohen, Chief Joy Officer and founder of Brave Life, shares three steps to add joy to your life right now. After overcoming a near-death experience, bullying, and personal challenges, she has earned a PhD in healing and is on a mission to help others. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Feeling like you need more joy in your life? Allegra Cohen, Chief Joy Officer and founder of Brave Life, shares three steps to add joy to your life right now. After overcoming a near-death experience, bullying, and personal challenges, she has earned a PhD in healing and is on a mission to help others. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Inside the push for a mobile mental health clinic after tragic child deaths
Dr. Twin Green is calling for a mobile clinic dedicated to addressing maternal and mental health.
Dr. Twin Green is calling for a mobile clinic dedicated to addressing maternal and mental health.