EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The days are short, and the sunlight is in short supply. That’s not a good thing if you’re low on vitamin D. Vitamin D is vital for mind and body health. A deficiency could lead to depression, fatigue, anxiety, bone pain and mood changes. So what to do during these
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mental health services are now a little more accessible to residents in East El Paso and on Fort Blis. Freedom Behavioral Health Solutions moved to a new clinic site. That new clinic features therapy services, psychiatric evaluations, and tailored support for veterans, military servicemembers, and their families. The company say
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today’s women are busy. They’re stressed, exhausted, overwhelmed and often lonely. That’s why Nicole Haymon decided to take action. She created a “purpose and paint party.” Dozens of women answered the call, gathering for a night of smiles, conversation, goal setting, and painting. Participant Tonique Hayward says, “It was needed,
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Schools all over El Paso County are getting a special visit from the “No Hate” Tour with BMX pro athletes to talk about mental health, with a side of flips of tricks. The tour is now in its 26th year, and provides an educational program with energy and excitement of action sports, delivering bullying prevention tools, techniques, and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the new year begins, many professionals and small business owners are setting goals for 2026, but uncertainty around direction and burnout remains a growing concern. El Paso–based entrepreneur and business mentor Dr. Mikel Brown says the biggest challenge facing leaders right now is not motivation. It is clarity. Brown, who is opening the Dream
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new pop-up style cafe for area veterans is more than just a coffee shop. It’s a place where veterans from all branches of the service can find conversation, support, friendship and even be introduced to new resources. The cafe is sponsored by Hospice El Paso. Natalie Eckberg, Vice President
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— With the start of a brand new year, chances are you are probably setting new goals and starting new habits. Developing a positive mindset is a great start! Recently, Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Hollywood actor, former governor of California, and bodybuilder, set out a mental challenge for his followers. Schwarzenegger’s Crash Diet
Continue Reading The holidays are over, and this week means back to school for tens of thousands of borderland students. If you’re having a hard time getting back into the swing of things, don’t be too hard on yourself. It’s a transition that could take some time, and experts say that’s ok. Psychologist Dr. Adriana Hort says
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Winter is difficult for many, but others can have severe symptoms with seasonal affective disorder. Seasonal affective disorder mostly occurs during the fall and winter season, caused by changes in temperatures and daylight — mostly common in northern areas hit with winter storms. It can affect work and school as you’d feel drained, lethargic and low,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The new year is bringing new opportunities for people across the Borderland to focus on healthier habits, and for one local group, that starts outdoors. Community members welcomed 2026 with a New Year’s Day hike at Chuck Heinrich Memorial Park, surrounded by the scenic views of the Franklin Mountains. Organizers say
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Overcoming fear is never easy, but one El Paso native says stepping outside his comfort zone led to more than he ever expected. Jacob Pace, content creator and entrepreneur, turned to social media as a way to confront his fear of being camera shy. What started as a personal challenge quickly
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many of us would like to live differently, as a better version of ourselves. Life Coach Brandi Brown says it’s possible, and she’s helping men and women do just that. Brown is the founder of Navigating It All, LLC. As a certified transformational coach, she helps people embrace their authentic
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Nearly a third of American teenagers say they use Artificial Intelligence chatbots every day. That’s according to a new study from the Pew Research Center published this December. It surveyed nearly 1,500 teens from 13 to 17 years old and found almost 70 percent have used an AI chatbot at
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Navigating the holidays after divorce can be challenging for families, especially this time of year. Children often don’t understand how to make sense of it all. Chief of clinical Services at Emergence Health Network Celeste Nevarez says it’s ok to acknowledge their loss. She says it’s common to see stress
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Watch the video above to learn more about Australia’s new ban on social media for teenagers 16 and younger. Could other countries do the same? Should parents consider following suit and banning social media for their teens? Experts weigh in on the matter. Be Mindful is an ABC-7 initiative that
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Holiday shopping can be very overwhelming with how much we need to spend, and many people can go in debt from the holiday shopping. The holidays means booking trips, buying gifts, spending on decorations and dishes to bring to parties and social events — all this on top of daily bills like housing, groceries, and gas.
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The holidays can be a difficult time for many who are alone or away from family, but fostering an animal from the shelter can be a great way to combat loneliness. A therapist at Emergence Health Network says it’s very common to feel loneliness, grief or even fatigue or lack of motivation during the holidays.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — La Mente Behavioral Health is expanding its services. The company held an open house celebration at its East El Paso location to celebrate their five-year anniversary and the expansion of their new clinic. ABC-7 had the opportunity to take a tour of the new space, meet the providers, and learn more about the services they offer to the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — What would you change if you got a second chance at life? One man has been given the chance to find out. Bill Porter, of Deming, New Mexico, was waiting in line September 2nd at the Delta ticket counter at El Paso International Airport when he went into cardiac arrest.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Loneliness is a problem for many year-round, but when it comes to the holidays, feelings of isolation can really weigh a person down. Bridgette Leyva, Director of Crisis Intervention Teams at Emergence Health Network, says spending the holidays alone can be difficult, whether it’s the first time after the loss
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Thanksgiving holiday offers so many things we love: turkey, family, and pie. But for some, it’s a time of stress and dread of meeting up with certain relatives, and navigating the time together can be miserable. Unsolicited comments about your love life, weight, habits or politics can be triggering.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Holidays and stress go hand in hand, but is that how it has to be? Experts say no, and there are things each of us can do to stay sane and grounded during this most wonderful time of the year. While Pinterest and Instagram have many of us thinking we
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TX)- Falling in a Glass Room is a project that dives into depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation, the emotions people live with but often feel afraid to express. Falling in a Glass Room is now available here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/xyZJTm0Udvw?si=igmctA3AIZJrbKej
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 18-year old Jennifer Anne Crecente was killed by her ex-boyfriend in 2006. Her family says he planned her murder. They say she had cotinued talking with him because she thought she could “help him.” Jennifer’s grandmother, a clinical psychologist, says no one saw the warning signs. The family’s mission is
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Whether or not to decorate for Christmas before or after Thanksgiving is a divisive subject for many Americans. The unwritten rule is to wait, but many people start hanging wreaths the moment the last trick-or-treater has left the front porch. Research shows early decorating is actually good for your mental
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Veronica Verdin still remembers the first day she went to a sound healing session. It changed the course of her life. “I was crying, I was laughing, I was screaming. All the emotions came running through my nervous system,” Verdin says. Fast forward three years, and she herself is a
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s something we do all day, every day: breathe. But our breath can actually be a powerful tool to regulate our bodies in times of stress, and gain a deeper connection to your inner self. There are hundreds of types of breathwork that can target different issues each person may
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In East El Paso, a new Endeavors Health and Wellness Center opened. The new center is located by Pebble Hills and Joe Battle. Endeavors provides physical, emotional, and mental health services. The center is modeled after Endeavors’ flagship facility in San Antonio. In a statement, Endeavors claims to be one of the top three
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