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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“Egg-celent” day of giving at Terry’s Foundation Easter basket giveaway
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Terry’s Heart Foundation hosted their 13th annual Easter basket give away with a special guest. The Easter Bunny greeted…
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Study says pets improve well-being as much as being married
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — New research suggests having a cat or a dog could improve your well-being as much as being married or meeting up…
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ABC-7 at 4: The connection between Mental Health and creative arts
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The visual arts can play a significant role in inspiring the multiple moods of the mind. Research has proved…
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New foundation to help El Pasoans struggling with drug addiction
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The road to recovery from drug addiction is challenging, and not always easy to navigate. Doug and Terri Rutter know that…
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National Stress Awareness Month: Signs of stress in kids
This National Stress Awareness Month, mental health experts are sharing tips for parents and children for stress. Children are often overlooked when…
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April is Stress Awareness Month
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — April is Stress Awareness Month. During this month health experts are calling for more attention to how chronic stress can…
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Remembering Rylie: A Be Mindful Special Report
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Borderland family is heartbroken after losing their son to an accidental fentanyl overdose. Rylie Rutter was 30 years…
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$250k grant to help school kids deal with feelings
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students at eight local schools are a lot more in touch with their feelings these days, and they know how to deal with…
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — News of the fatal mass shooting in Las Cruces has rocked the community with a range of emotions – some of them too much to…
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Free support services available after Las Cruces Mass shooting
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Several area organizations are offering free support services to those impacted by Friday’s mass shooting at Young…
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Female pilot inspires next generation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –Beth Ramirez is a pilot, a wife, and at 5’1″, the current reigning Mrs. Southwest Petite. She’s also an inspiration and a…
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Breaking down barriers to dental care
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — March is Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities  Awareness Month. Today, to help celebrate these individuals and raise…
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Let’s get teens talking
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Parents and caregivers play a critical role in kids’ emotional well-being, but our rapidly changing world can make us feel…
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Veteran walks to raise awareness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Ron Zaleski, a Marine veteran and founder of The Long Walk Home, is on a cross-country journey to raise awareness about…
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Good sleep imperative for mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We all know the difference between waking up well-rested and waking up on the proverbial wrong side of the bed. …
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Self Harm Awareness Month
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — About 25% of young people engage in self injury at some point, according to the Centers for Disease Control. It can be…
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Montwood HS’ Mind Matters Expo
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The mental health expo was hosted by Socorro ISD staff and students. Through different activities, organizers aimed to teach…
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Walking across the US for suicide awareness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Leisa Aras is walking 3,000 miles – from Los Angeles to New York City. She’s raising awareness about mental fitness and…
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Caring for the caregiver
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA): More than 37 million people provide unpaid eldercare for a loved one. It’s a job that costs emotionally, physically and…
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