Robbins students foster friendships to combat social isolation on 'No One Eats Alone Day'
Kellar Middle School in Robbins took part in National No One Eats Alone Day on Friday, aiming to make the cafeteria a welcoming place for all students.
Kellar Middle School in Robbins took part in National No One Eats Alone Day on Friday, aiming to make the cafeteria a welcoming place for all students.
Chicago children's hospital 'reviewing' transgender services for minors after Trump order
Last week, President Donald Trump took executive action on gender affirming care, specifically protecting children from irreversible chemical and surgical procedures.
Last week, President Donald Trump took executive action on gender affirming care, specifically protecting children from irreversible chemical and surgical procedures.
'Mental health meets hip hop' event comes to Chicago
The Harold Washington Cultural Center will host speakers, performances and mentoring centered on how mental health impacts Chicago's communities.
The Harold Washington Cultural Center will host speakers, performances and mentoring centered on how mental health impacts Chicago's communities.
What to know about hormone testing
How do you know if it's time to get your hormones tested and checked? Dr. Shikha Jain breaks it down.
How do you know if it's time to get your hormones tested and checked? Dr. Shikha Jain breaks it down.
FDA approves first-of-its-kind nasal spray to treat depression
Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.
Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.
Chicago recovery center helps combat city's opioid crisis by focusing on employment, family support
The opioid epidemic has impacted every community across Chicago, with opioid-related overdose deaths outpacing homicides and traffic fatalities in 2022. Nearly a third of those deaths occurred in five West Side neighborhoods, a stark reminder of the ongoing crisis.
The opioid epidemic has impacted every community across Chicago, with opioid-related overdose deaths outpacing homicides and traffic fatalities in 2022. Nearly a third of those deaths occurred in five West Side neighborhoods, a stark reminder of the ongoing crisis.
Chicago Recovering Communities Coalition works to change the stigma around addiction
The Chicago Recovering Communities Coalition (CRCC) is helping to change the stigma around addiction by offering a welcoming recovery environment.
The Chicago Recovering Communities Coalition (CRCC) is helping to change the stigma around addiction by offering a welcoming recovery environment.
Chicago expands mental health care services at South Side facility
There is a new space dedicated to supporting mental health on Chicago's South Side.
There is a new space dedicated to supporting mental health on Chicago's South Side.
Men’s postpartum depression: The hidden struggle impacting families
Postpartum depression is not exclusive to women; 10% of new dads also experience it, yet it remains largely overlooked.
Postpartum depression is not exclusive to women; 10% of new dads also experience it, yet it remains largely overlooked.
Men?s postpartum depression: The hidden struggle impacting families
Postpartum depression is not exclusive to women; 10% of new dads also experience it, yet it remains largely overlooked.
Postpartum depression is not exclusive to women; 10% of new dads also experience it, yet it remains largely overlooked.
How to navigate stress during the holiday season
The holidays are a time of joy, but they can also be pretty stressful. Colette Fehr is a licensed mental health counselor and shares the best ways to navigate that stress.
The holidays are a time of joy, but they can also be pretty stressful. Colette Fehr is a licensed mental health counselor and shares the best ways to navigate that stress.
How to navigate grief during the holidays, according to an expert
Occasions like Christmas are meant to be feel-good holidays but grief can get in the way of celebrations. Thankfully, there are ways to work through it with mental health coach Mandy Jankus.
Occasions like Christmas are meant to be feel-good holidays but grief can get in the way of celebrations. Thankfully, there are ways to work through it with mental health coach Mandy Jankus.
How to deal with grief during the holiday season
The holidays can bring a mix of emotions, especially for those dealing with grief. Here's how to navigate those emotions while trying to make happy memories.
The holidays can bring a mix of emotions, especially for those dealing with grief. Here's how to navigate those emotions while trying to make happy memories.
Doctor explains what 'brain rot' is and how to avoid it
Gen Z really knows how to come up with new slang. You may have heard of "brain rot," but do you know what it means?
Gen Z really knows how to come up with new slang. You may have heard of "brain rot," but do you know what it means?
Best ways to deal with the 'Holiday Blues' according to an expert
The holidays aren't easy for everyone whether it's loss, loneliness or stress. The season can hit hard.
The holidays aren't easy for everyone whether it's loss, loneliness or stress. The season can hit hard.
Teen mental health the focus of new PSAs by Sound It Out campaign
New data shows about 55% of young people ages 10 to 24 are struggling with their mental health. The national Sound It Out campaign, created by the Ad Council, has released a new series of PSAs to remind caregivers of their important role in supporting young people's emotional well-being.
New data shows about 55% of young people ages 10 to 24 are struggling with their mental health. The national Sound It Out campaign, created by the Ad Council, has released a new series of PSAs to remind caregivers of their important role in supporting young people's emotional well-being.
Study finds hot cocoa can help reduce stress — but only under these conditions
A recent study reveals that hot cocoa rich in flavonols can reduce stress-related vascular impairment, but only when made with unprocessed cocoa and paired with high-fat meals under specific conditions.
A recent study reveals that hot cocoa rich in flavonols can reduce stress-related vascular impairment, but only when made with unprocessed cocoa and paired with high-fat meals under specific conditions.
Do you have nightmares about your job? New study reveals why
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
A recent survey of 1,750 U.S. workers revealed that 64% have experienced nightmares about their jobs.
Illinois faces growing caregiver shortage
November marks National Family Caregivers Month, highlighting the growing need for caregiving as Baby Boomers age.
November marks National Family Caregivers Month, highlighting the growing need for caregiving as Baby Boomers age.
Pelvic floor issues among men often overlooked
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that control urine and bowel movements. Dysfunction in this area is often viewed as a women?s issue. However, a study published in the British Medical Journal reveals that as many as one in 12 men are also affected.
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that control urine and bowel movements. Dysfunction in this area is often viewed as a women?s issue. However, a study published in the British Medical Journal reveals that as many as one in 12 men are also affected.