Chihuahuas, NAMI El Paso host mental health ball game
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In honor of Mental Health awareness month, the El Paso Chihuahuas and National Alliance on Mental Illness of El Paso decided…
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Be Mindful: Training El Paso’s future psychiatrists
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This month of May, ABC-7 continues its commitment to raising awareness about mental health with its Be Mindful initiative.…
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The real impacts of mental health stigma, according to research
Charlie Health presents research on how mental health stigma affects people with serious mental health conditions—from social exclusion to barriers…
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ABC-7 at 4: Paso Del Norte Health Foundation supports mental health across the BorderlandÂ
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—This month is mental health awareness month. ABC-7 has been bringing you mental health stories as part of our “Be…
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How to talk to kids about their mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We take care of their physical health, but experts say it’s just as important for parents to help children develop good…
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Couples & Communication: what’s your style?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Communication can make or break a relationship. What’s your communication style? How we approach tough subjects and the…
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Hundreds turn in firearms at county’s gun buy back event
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Deputies with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office took in dozens of firearms Saturday at the El Paso County gun buy back…
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El Paso hosts second annual Race Against Human Trafficking
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Plant A Seed, a local nonprofit, hosted its Second Annual Race Against Human Trafficking at Sunland Park today, May 18th.…
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Mental Health Mobile Crisis Unit launches
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s first ever Mental Health Mobile Crisis Unit rolled out today. Emergence Health Network launched its mental health…
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Marriage lost its spark? Try flirting!
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Has your marriage lost its spark? Maybe you need to re-introduce flirting. Local therapist Patricia Contreras recently…
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Couples: talking about money
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — . Money is the number one issue married couples fight about, and how much debt a couple has affects how much they…
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ABC-7 at 4: Family Service of El Paso to host Mental Health Stars of El Paso event
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, Family Service of El Paso will host the 2nd Annual Mental Health Stars of El Paso.…
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5 key mental health trends from the 2025 State of Mental Health Report
Rula 2025 State of Mental Health Report reveals 5 key takeaways to better understand the state of Americans’ mental wellbeing in…
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May 11th calls for veterans to “Buddy Check”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — On the 11th of every month the Texas Veterans Commission promotes a “Buddy Check.” It’s a day to remind Texas veterans to…
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‘I knew I wanted to be a mom’: Woman struggles to become a mother after multiple miscarriages
Being a mom can be tough, and so is the struggle to become one. ABC-7 sat down with a woman who as much as she wanted to become a mother, faced…
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The importance of reading to children
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Christine Durfee was faced with the challenge of maintaining a close relationship with her grandson who lived 1,500 miles…
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Two Borderland friends create a community for other moms to connect
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The birth of a child can lead to many firsts, but for mothers, it can also lead to postpartum depression and other mental…
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Children’s Mental Health Awareness day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Emergence Health Network (EHN) kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month celebrating the importance of mental health and…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday: Mental Health Resources for Children and Teens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — All during the month of May, ABC-7’s Be Mindful initiative is bringing you stories about you and your mental health. This…
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ABC-7 at 4: Emergence Health Network to Host Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day at the El Paso Zoo
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Throughout the month, EHN will host multiple awareness events to…
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Horses can teach us compassion, patience
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — You’ve most likely heard of equine therapy – horses being used to help treat things like PTSD, depression, or anxiety. …
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Mental Health Awareness Month: ABC-7 focuses on Be Mindful stories every day
Everyone struggles with mental health in some shape or form — and during National Mental Health Awareness Month, ABC-7 will focus on building a…
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Teens becoming wary of social media
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Social media is losing its charm among the younger generations. 48 percent of teenagers say online platforms have a “mostly…
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Seniors garden to keep the blues away
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Vickie Dye loves to garden. She says it makes her feel relaxed, and it makes the rest of the problems of the world go away,…
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Meet Duke, the Minnesota K-9 who sniffs out stress
WCCO, BURNSVILLE POLICE AND FIRE, K9’S FOR FREEDOM & INDEPENDENCE, CNN By Kirsten Mitchell Click here for updates on this story…
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As depression becomes more common in the US, treatment rates vary, CDC reports show
By Deidre McPhillips and Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — Depression is becoming more common among adults and adolescents in the United States, but…
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What sort of risks come with marijuana use?
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – As of Tuesday, recreational marijuana sales are active in the city of Colorado Springs. While some may see…
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Study shows technology slows dementia
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Contrary to previous studies, new research shows that using technology could slow dementia. With the first generation of…
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String of law enforcement suicides rattles first responders and exposes gaps in state support
By Pooja Salhotra, The Texas Tribune April 14, 2025 “String of law enforcement suicides rattles first responders and exposes gaps in state support”…
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Annual sensory-friendly hour at the El Paso Comic Con
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The El Paso Comic Con hosted a special hour, set aside for attendees with sensory sensitivities. Mike Dee’s Big Adventure…
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