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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More harm than good: Students overworking themselves at school
Now that students are back in the classrooms, it’s important for them to keep a healthy school-life balance. One expert at Emergence Health Network…
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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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Beyond the Diagnosis – How to cope with a new reality following a heartbreaking diagnosis
Globally, statistics show 1 in 5 people will face some form of cancer in their lifetime. At Texas Tech El Paso, Dr. Eugene Toy, Division Chief of…
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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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Emergence Health Network Hosts Back-to-School Family Resource Symposium
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Emergence Health Network hosted a back-to-school symposium that focused on the importance of mental health with children as…
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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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ABC-7’s Hillary Floren participates in Minority Mental Health Community Forum
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Here at ABC-7 we are committed to keeping our viewers informed about issues impacting mental health, in our community…
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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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ABC-7 at 4: Local resources for LGBTQ+ youth
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The 988 national suicide and crisis Lifeline stopped providing LGBTQ+ specific support options to children and young adults.…
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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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July 17th marks first day without “Press 3” option for LGTBQ youth
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, July 17th, is the first day without the “Press 3” option on the 988 Crisis Lifeline. Press 3 was the Lifeline’s…
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Family mental health day at La Nube
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Today La Nube in partnership with Emergence Health network hosted Family Mental Health day. The event titled “Feelings…
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Emergence Health Network promotes emotional wellness at La Nube
ABC-7 got a first look of Emergence Health Network Day at La Nube — a family-friendly event that promotes emotional wellness with discovery and…
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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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The 4th of July can be triggering for veterans with PTSD
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 4th of July is a time to celebrate America’s Declaration of Independence. Traditionally the celebration includes…
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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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Soldier copes with PTSD volunteering around farm animals
Since joining the U.S. Military at 18 years old, Viet Tong has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder — but has a unique way to cope…
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