AI Chatbots: not the best therapists
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — More and more people are turning to A-I chatbots for cost-free counseling and companionship. That could change, as more and…
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Pain: it could be in your head
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — More than 51 million Americans report living with chronic pain. Over the past few decades, experts say increased…
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Mental health help for the borderland’s homeless
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mental health services are hard to come by for the homeless population.. In El Paso, a new grant is making a difference, one…
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5 Everyday tips for a healthy mind, body
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Forget the latest health trends, social media ads, and mental wellness advice from friends. Here’s a list of the top 5…
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New Sensory friendly hours at El Paso waterparks
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Great news for people with autism and sensory issues who want to have a little fun in the sun. All four El Paso water…
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Could TikTok add to mental health problems for kids ?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — TikTok, one of the most popular apps on the planet, is in the hot seat again. This after newly unsealed clips from internal…
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Author tells kids “it’s ok to be a weirdo”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tony Weaver, Jr says he’s a weirdo, and he’s proud of it! He wants young people today to stop trying so hard to fit in. He…
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College kids: mental health preps
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There is so much preparation and decision making involved as recent high school graduates head off to college. Making sure…
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Helping non-traditional learners
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Everyone processes information differently, but experts say when it comes to learning in school, those differences can be…
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UTEP student creates free resource for caregivers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s been said that the job of being a caregiver is one of the toughest. Borderland caregivers of people with Down Syndrome…
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New school year, new emotions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The start of a new school year brings with it a lot of emotions: excitement, anxiety, fear, and more. These feelings are…
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How to handle Back to School emotions
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Learn more about how to handle “Back to School” emotions by watching the video…
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Verbal & physical abuse leave similar impact
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We all know words can hurt, but a new study shows that cruel words may have as much of an impact as physical abuse. Adults…
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Young Ruidoso flood victims find relief & fun
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ruidoso residents are still dealing with the aftermath of multiple floods. While the news crews may have left, those…
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Back to school bedtimes: A must for mental health
EL PASO, Texas(KVIA) — If your child’s sleep routine was derailed during summer vacation, you’renot alone. Doctors say sleep is just as important as…
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K-9 for Warriors graduate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – With applause, some panting, and a little leash-pulling, these special graduates begin their journey at a very important job.…
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Teen talk: self worth and cellphones
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new study will have parents thinking twice before giving their child a smartphone. It found that using smartphones…
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Women supporting women: it’s a thing!
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — What do you get when you gather a group of women? Inspiring conversation, connection, and support! Hundreds of…
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Parkinson’s & Pickleball – a mental game
Las Cruces, NM (KVIA) — When Diane Giever was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, her doctor told her exercise was the only thing that would slow the…
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Heartbreaking headlines & your mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This has been a particularly hard week in the headlines, with stories of flooding, destruction, and dozens of people still…
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Feeling lonely? How to find friends as an adult
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It can be hard to make friends as an adult. The research backs this up: finding and making friends in adulthood is harder…
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Eat your beans to improve mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — No beans about it, legumes are a natural way to improve your mental health in more ways than one. In fact, beans are one of…
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Life coach has free guide to help navigate life changes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Summer isn’t just a change of season, it’s often a season of emotional shifts, too. Whether your child is graduating,…
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Heat takes a toll on mental health
EL PASO, Texas (kvia) — Sweating, sunburns and heat exhaustion go hand in hand with hot temperatures. Those are the physical effects, but summer…
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Women & burnout: how to cope
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Â Burnout is real, and it can come at any point. That’s according to busy mom, judge and lawyer Michele Locke. She says she…
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81-year-old walks across USA to change lives
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — She’s already worn through a pair of shoes or two, and she’s not even halfway through her trip. When Dr. Judy Benjamin was…
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81-year-old woman walking across America has ‘changed her brain’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Watch the video above to learn about the 81-year-old woman walking across America in her effort to stay positive amid a…
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Summertime screentime limits for kids
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — School’s out for the summer, and kids have a lot of time on their hands. For some parents, keeping them off their phones and…
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Attention spans decreasing in digital age
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — CNN has reported on the decline of attention spans, finding that the average attention on a single screen has gone down from…
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