EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. A local company that provides inclusive employment opportunities, changing lives in the process at Fort Bliss. Fort Bliss employees with disabilities are key in mission support roles. Rusty Burns is thankful for his job. He’s a production control clerk with cerebral palsy, which
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Love it or hate it, horror is king this time of year; movies, costumes and jump scares abound. There are two factors that influence how we feel about it: genetics and personal experience. Neuropsychiatrist Dr. Katherine Brownlow said everyone is born with different temperaments. Some love fear because it triggers
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EL PASO, Texas — From academic pressure, to screens and social media, a lot of outside influences affect a child’s mental health. Unfortunately, those children don’t always get the help they need. “There’s often a ten-year gap between that first concern and when a child finally gets connected with care,” says Pediatric Psychiatrist Ty Schneider.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Gambling isn’t new, but with the advent of online betting, it’s easier than ever to place money down on a game. “We’ve never seen gambling and, and sports betting and other forms of gambling be more accessible or, or really inescapable than they are now,” says Mark Meiselback. He works
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — October is ADHD Awareness Month. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders affecting children, but experts believe it’s underdiagnosed in women. There are surprising signs of ADHD that women specifically can struggle with that experts say are often overlooked — and even dismissed. Psychiatric Nurse
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many people here in the borderland desperately need mental health care, but can’t afford it. That’s where Catholic Counseling Services comes in, offering sliding fee scales, hoping no one is turned away. CCS is asking El Pasoans to consider donating on this Giving Day, Thursday, Oct. 15. Dr. Allannah Sanchez
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s time to wear purple and take a stand against bullying for the LGBTQ+ youth in our community, and across the globe. Thursday, October 15th is Spirit Day. It’s the world’s most visible anti-bullying movement for this group of young people, especially transgender and nonbinary youth. Author Elizabeth Keohan, a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Suicide is a leading cause of death for U.S. troops, accounting for nearly 40 percent of active duty deaths. Thousands of soldiers at Fort Bliss and around the world have seen a suicide prevention play performed by their peers – fellow active duty soldiers. Onstage, they bring one man’s emotional
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — If you’d like to learn more about mental health services in the borderland, get active and socialize, you’re in the right place! NAMIWalks El Paso is happening this Saturday, and organizers are encouraging anyone interested to come as they are. What is NAMI? The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — If you have ever been affected by burnout, you’re not alone. Kids, work, health issues, relationships – whatever your stressors are… the feeling is real. Sovereignty coach Camila Greenberg says burnout shows up in the smallest ways. But when it becomes too much, we have to remember who we are
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — When it comes to mental health care, no one should slip through the cracks. Local organizations are working together to make sure that doesn’t happen, starting with a survey being done, to help pinpoint shortcomings in the current system. The Paso del Norte Health Foundation and the Meadows Mental Health
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sober October is just that – a month of abstaining from alcohol. Your body and your brain can really benefit from the break. Dr. Frank Spinelli is a General Practitioner and works with people who are looking to make a change. “You do notice changes in your sleep, you’re not
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s the year 2026, and most women know the importance of getting their annual mammogram. Still, about half of women say they are scared or anxious about going. Desert Imaging in El Paso has a unique approach to calming those fears. When women are called back to the exam room
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Working out has been proven to boost mood and get those endorphins (the feel-good hormones) going! And guess what? Today is National Women’s Health & Fitness day. The idea is to celebrate what exercise and movement can do for women’s physical and mental health. The holiday was created by the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Most people are shocked to hear the news. The outgoing, funny guy they listen to on the radio each morning has had some really dark times. He even tried to end his life multiple times. Fernando Montejano, or “Grizz,” is half of the popular Iris & Grizz morning DJ duo.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — He’s an energetic, fun voice on the radio on any given weekday for those listening to 93.1 KISS FM. Fernando Montejano, or “Grizz,” knows his music, and he knows how to entertain. Turns out, he also knows how to mask pain. “There were so many moments in my life i
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — New Mexico is the third state to legalize the use of psychedelic-assisted therapy for mental health, trauma and end-of-life care. A new documentary on the subject is being screened in Las Cruces this Friday. The film puts the conversation of psilocybin treatment in the spotlight. Psilocybin therapy, also known as
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Breastfeeding is great for both mama and baby. It provides plenty of health benefits to a child, but it doesn’t come without challenges – some of which can have a drastic effect on a mother’s mental health. You see, breastfeeding is a breeze with some babies. With others, it can
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The borderland is home to hundreds of thousands of veterans. The Department of Veteran’s Affairs works hard to make sure that each is healthy, mentally and physically. It also regularly schedules activities, so that veterans can friendship and a sense of community. As part of Suicide Prevention Month this September,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s suicide prevention month. But how do you prevent suicide? Many come as a shock to even close family and friends. Experts say there are certain behaviors that could be telling that someone is struggling. If someone you know mentions they are having suicidal thoughts, you should take them seriously,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Bottom line? There is help out there, and it’s just a phone call away. It doesn’t matter where you are. It doesn’t matter how bad things seem. There is always a way out. The challenge here is getting this message to everyone. 9-8-8 is
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TULAROSA, N.M. (KVIA) — For the first time in her life, Hootie the owl is flying free. She was recently released to the wild at Floren Family Farms in Tularosa, New Mexico — not far from where she was found as a helpless little owlette under a pine tree. Hootie and her sibling fell from
Continue Reading TULAROSA, N.M. (KVIA) — Hootie, the baby great horned owl found in April at a Tularosa lavender farm, is no longer a baby. She has great big, strong wings and used them to fly to freedom in the wild for the first time. We first brought you Hootie’s story when she was rescued. She learned
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — You’ve seen the headlines, from a high-profile trial of a mother whose attorneys say strangled her three young children while experiencing postpartum psychosis. Then came the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, who was outspoken about her struggles with postpartum depression. Experts say it’s about time this topic was mainstream, and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Bullying doesn’t make as many headlines these days as it once did, but it’s still a thing our children’s schools. Cyber bullying is on the rise, due in part to how much access children have online both in and out of the classroom. 58% of children in the U.S. have
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Multiple studies have proven that dogs reduce stress, anxiety and depression in medical patients. Coco the Golden retriever mix and her handler, or “dad,” Rodd Garcia prove that with the work they do at Del Sol Medical Center. The two of them are regular volunteers, and for the past 7
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The start of a new school year can put pressure on young students. The signs of that stress might be tricky for adults to spot, and many kids don’t know how to put those feelings into words. Psychotherapist Dr. Jody Bumsteen says “It’s really up to us to give them
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –When it comes to kids, mental health and social participation are deeply connected. Some local young people are getting help with socialization and making friends, thanks to UTEP Occupational Therapy doctoral student Desirae Gomez. She partnered with La Mente Behavioral Health as part of her OT Capstone project. Every week, kids
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The impact an animal can have on a person’s life and metal wellbeing has long been documented. Researchers now say canine companionship is helping a specific set of patients succeed in their recovery. “We’re kind of wired to be connected to nature, and dogs are just particularly good at creating
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Recovering from addiction can be frustrating and isolating. But Harmony Road Recovery is a full-service outpatient program right here in the borderland that is changing lives every day. “When you are in that downward spiral of addiction you don’t have a lot of places left to turn. Eventually your family
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