Mental Health

A few local organizations are bringing free arts classes to all seven of the city's mental health centers.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Sometimes when traditional treatments don't work on patients with depression, new research on ketamine therapy gives reason for hope.

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.

As Memorial Day nears, a program in Wyoming is using wild horses to help heal veterans.

Perinatal mental disorders are said to effect more than 800,000 people a year, yet the majority of them don't receive treatment.

Sparked by news around Blake Lively and Taylor Swift?s friendship, some people online are discussing how their social circles impact their mental wellness. ?ChicagoNOW? hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabriella Premus discuss how to recognize red flags and set boundaries. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and many are working on suicide prevention efforts.

For many students, that excitement for summer vacation is already building, but mental health professionals say the end of the school year is also a time for stress and anxiety.