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.
Illinois deputies bear-sprayed during mental health call in Chicago suburb
A man is expected to face charges after allegedly bear-spraying Lake County deputies who were trying to take him in for a psychiatric evaluation Monday morning in suburban Libertyville.
A man is expected to face charges after allegedly bear-spraying Lake County deputies who were trying to take him in for a psychiatric evaluation Monday morning in suburban Libertyville.
Super flu cases slam U.S.
The CDC says a spike in flu cases is driven by a new variant. It comes as vaccination rates remain low.
The CDC says a spike in flu cases is driven by a new variant. It comes as vaccination rates remain low.
Wrongful death suit: Estate alleges sexual abuse by therapist
A therapist, who used to work in Chicago, is now named in a wrongful death lawsuit. It alleges that he sexually abused one of his patients, who was a minor, for several years while she was receiving mental health treatment downtown. The victim died by suicide last year. Kasey Chronis has the latest on the troubling allegations.
A therapist, who used to work in Chicago, is now named in a wrongful death lawsuit. It alleges that he sexually abused one of his patients, who was a minor, for several years while she was receiving mental health treatment downtown. The victim died by suicide last year. Kasey Chronis has the latest on the troubling allegations.
Wrongful death lawsuit: Estate alleges therapist sexually abused teen patient, led to suicide
A former Chicago therapist is named in a wrongful death lawsuit that alleges he sexually abused one of his patients, who was a minor, for several years while she was receiving mental health treatment downtown.
A former Chicago therapist is named in a wrongful death lawsuit that alleges he sexually abused one of his patients, who was a minor, for several years while she was receiving mental health treatment downtown.
Wrongful death suit: Estate alleges sexual abuse by therapist
A therapist who used to work in Chicago is now named in a wrongful death lawsuit. It alleges that he sexually abused one of his clients for several years while they were receiving mental health treatment downtown. The victim died by suicide last year. Kasey Chronis is live with what we're learning.
A therapist who used to work in Chicago is now named in a wrongful death lawsuit. It alleges that he sexually abused one of his clients for several years while they were receiving mental health treatment downtown. The victim died by suicide last year. Kasey Chronis is live with what we're learning.
Expert discusses addiction, family intervention and warning signs after Reiner tragedy
A family intervention specialist examines why addiction often goes unaddressed, whether loved ones must want help to recover, and how families can respond amid renewed attention following the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife.
A family intervention specialist examines why addiction often goes unaddressed, whether loved ones must want help to recover, and how families can respond amid renewed attention following the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife.
Popular sleep positions could damage your nerves, expert says
Dr. Mike Cirigliano from the FOX Medical Team explains how some of the most popular sleeping positions could be bad for your longterm health.
Dr. Mike Cirigliano from the FOX Medical Team explains how some of the most popular sleeping positions could be bad for your longterm health.
Expert on how you can beat the brain rot of endless short-form videos
A psychiatrist with Endeavor Health discusses new research on short-form video consumption, its potential impact on brain health, and practical steps viewers can take to curb overuse.
A psychiatrist with Endeavor Health discusses new research on short-form video consumption, its potential impact on brain health, and practical steps viewers can take to curb overuse.
Lurie Children’s Radiothon spotlights healing work of child life specialist, facility dog
Natalie and her facility dog, Hawk, help guide young patients and families through stressful treatments by providing comfort, support, and kid-friendly explanations during their hospital stay.
Natalie and her facility dog, Hawk, help guide young patients and families through stressful treatments by providing comfort, support, and kid-friendly explanations during their hospital stay.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Hawaii sues TikTok parent company ByteDance, claims app harms children
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
Chicago's first mental health urgent care opens in River North | ChicagoNOW
Chicago’s first mental health urgent care just opened in River North. Co-Founders of SHFT, Genia Yovankin and Holley Brandchaft-White, join live in studio to talk about the new urgent care and services offered.
Chicago’s first mental health urgent care just opened in River North. Co-Founders of SHFT, Genia Yovankin and Holley Brandchaft-White, join live in studio to talk about the new urgent care and services offered.
‘Wait Until 8th’ movement aims to protect kids by delaying smartphone use
The national campaign encourages parents to delay giving smartphones until after 8th grade, easing social pressure and helping shield children from the negative effects of social media.
The national campaign encourages parents to delay giving smartphones until after 8th grade, easing social pressure and helping shield children from the negative effects of social media.
New book offers tools for mindfulness and comfort | ChicagoNOW
Author, mindfulness expert, podcast host, Michelle Maros joins in studio to talk about her book "Dear Friend". The book has 365 daily reflections to help you along your mental wellness journey.
Author, mindfulness expert, podcast host, Michelle Maros joins in studio to talk about her book "Dear Friend". The book has 365 daily reflections to help you along your mental wellness journey.