ChatGPT can cause your brain to underperform, study shows
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According to a study from MIT, relying on ChatGPT is bad for the brain. Associate Vice Chancellor for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Strategy at the University of Illinois Chicago Michael Bennett explains the results of the study and how we can learn from it.

Escape the noise: Experience a sound-healing journey at Ravinia | ChicagoNOW
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Looking to escape the noise of everyday life? Davin Youngs offers The Reset, an immersive sound-healing journey to help you relax and reconnect through music and vibration. Join him on July 10 at Ravinia. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Iconic Chicago barbershop supports men's mental health | ChicagoNOW
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June is Men?s Mental Health Awareness Month, and barbershops offer more than haircuts?they're a source of therapy. Coleman Brothers, a Chicago icon since 1963, has welcomed figures like Muhammad Ali and Barack Obama. Manager Arthur Muhammad joins us to discuss barbershops' role in men's mental health. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

?You Matter? initiative aims to support mental health of Muslim youth
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A local nonprofit is equipping parents, teachers, and leaders with tools to better understand and support the unique challenges faced by Muslim youth through its ?You Matter? program.

These states are most attractive to "dark" personalities, study suggests

People with a “dark factor of personality” are associated with behaviors like aggression, cheating, narcissism, exploitation and more.

Chicago therapist Ben Shabad looks like 'The Bear' star, but it's his work that stands out
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He?s a licensed therapist helping people navigate real-life challenges ? and he just so happens to look a lot like a certain TV chef from The Bear, which premieres June 25! Ben Shabad is based here in Chicago, and while his resemblance to actor Jeremy Allen White may turn heads, it?s his work supporting mental health that really makes an impact.

Smallest things send Americans' stress soaring, survey says | ChicagoNOW
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A new survey finds that even the smallest sounds or situations?like loud chewing or slow Wi-Fi?can spike stress levels. Here?s what?s causing our anxiety. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Pets can ease isolation and boost well-being in aging adults, experts say
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Growing older can come with challenges ? including increased loneliness. But experts say pets can make a big difference. From offering emotional support to encouraging physical activity, furry companions are proving to be powerful allies for seniors. Chanley Painter has the story.

Chicago voices featured in bombshell political book about President Biden

Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s new book "Original Sin" outlines concerns about former President Joe Biden’s condition. They sat down with FOX 32's Paris Schutz.

Lurie Children's looks to bring new hope to Chicago's West Side

When the doors open next summer, the Austin Hope Center will increase access to quality care for young people on the city's West Side.

A special look inside Lurie Children's Mobile Health Unit
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Lurie Children?s is working to serve patients in their own communities. FOX 32's Terrence Lee tells us how their mobile health program is reaching the unique needs of children across Chicago.

Supporting student athletes: Northwestern expert highlights mental health resources
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Exercise and athletics can offer a wealth of opportunities and benefits for young people in school. But sports also come with pressure that can challenge a child or young adult's mental fitness.

Billy Joel NPH diagnosis: Doctor explains | ChicagoNOW
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Billy Joel has canceled all of his upcoming shows after announcing he?s been diagnosed with a neurological condition known as normal pressure hydrocephalus, or NPH. Dr. Webster Crowley, professor of neurosurgery at Rush Medical College, joins "ChicagoNOW" to explain what the condition is. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Storytelling camp helps trauma survivors heal and connect
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Now in its 10th year, the Chicago Survivors Storytellers Summer Camp uses the power of storytelling to support youth affected by trauma. Executive Director Jashawn Hill and volunteer Patrice Barnes joined Good Day Chicago to share how the camp has made a lasting impact and how the community can get involved.

Ketamine for depression: Doctor explains how it works, addresses concerns | ChicagoNOW
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What is ketamine, and how does it treat depression? Dr. Josh Eloge from Rush University Medical Center joins 'ChicagoNOW' to explain the process and address any concerns. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.