NAMI El Paso is hosting its annual NAMIWalks event at Ascarate Park to promote accessible and affordable mental health care for all. The purpose of the event is to show those who are struggling, are not alone. NAMI El Paso says Americans are becoming more aware of the crisis where 1 in 5 of people experience
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today is a great day to check in on your loved ones – and yourself! It’s World Mental Health Day, a day to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote mental well-being globally. In today’s fast-paced world, taking time to recognize the impact of mental health is more important than ever. This international day of awareness and action has been recognized since 1992, as mental
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Keeping traditions alive is important after the loss of a loved one, especially as the holidays approach. One El Paso store is keeping tradition alive this year for the community, thanks to former customers, employees, and friends. Annie Brochu owned “Annie Mo’s” holiday shop at 155 McCutcheon on El Paso’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Watch the video above to learn more about how the EP Dispute Resolution Center uses meditation to solve conflicts. Mediation can give couples an equal opportunity to have their side of the story heard, and often costs much less than going strictly through the court system.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — New research shows the guns used in youth suicides are ten times more likely to be owned by their parents, who often store them unlocked and loaded. This research focusing on kids 10-17 also shows an increase of kids coming to emergency rooms across the country with suicidal thoughts and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Samantha Recker is no stranger to volunteering. She and her family were helping veterans one day when her son asked, “Why don’t we just give them our house?” That was the question that ignited a new purpose for her. Recker followed her son’s suggestion, and founded Recker’s Outreach. That home
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– A troubling rise in self-harm among children ages 6 to 12 has experts urging parents to take immediate action. A recent study analyzing U.S. Poison Control Center data found a 400% increase in self-harm incidents among 11-year-olds, with many using common household items. Krista Wingate, chief of child and adolescent services
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Christine Brandl is a mother and wife, a busy OB/GYN, a professional bodybuilder, and caring daughter. She is also a Parkinson’s warrior, taking her diagnosis in stride while motivating and helping others along the way. This weekend, September 19th, she’ll take her fight onstage in a professional bodybuilding championship. She’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – As part of our Be Mindful series, the topics revolve around feelings in general. This weekend there is an opportunity for the community to learn about feelings through dance. Emi Arte Flamenco! is holding a performance showcasing the dance which is known for it’s powerful way dancers express their emotions
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — What if the biggest obstacle holding you back isn’t the world around you but the story you’re telling yourself? That’s the message Marianne Renner is sharing during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. A survivor of both depression and addiction, Renner now coaches others on the power of self-talk and how
Continue Reading El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- 988 Day, a national initiative dedicated to raising awareness for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Emergence Health Network is encouraging the community to unleash their creativity by painting rocks and placing them throughout the El Paso community. Emergence Health Network hopes to enhance public awareness of the mental health support
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September is Suicide Prevention Month, and on 988 Awareness Day, ABC-7 is sharing word of the resource made special for mental health struggles — the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. 988 Awareness Day is a day of action on every year on Sept. 8., and the goal is to reduce stigma about mental health issues
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — More and more people are turning to A-I chatbots for cost-free counseling and companionship. That could change, as more and more state regulations are also emerging. Some health experts and politicians say chatbots should not actually be counseling people, and want to restrict how the technology can be used to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — More than 51 million Americans report living with chronic pain. Over the past few decades, experts say increased prescriptions of opioid medicatinos were seen as a quick fix, but it also led to widespread misuse. Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Neurosurgeon, says, “All pain occurs in the brain. If your brain doesn’t
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tara Fields’s book, Tracer Patient, examines what she says are systemic failures in military mental health care and advocates for reform. Her book talks about her own journey as a former military member and mental health provider, and the stories of other service members, to illustrate how policies and command
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mental health services are hard to come by for the homeless population.. In El Paso, a new grant is making a difference, one person at a time. Texas Tech Health El Paso and the Opportunity Center are working hand in hand to provide psychiatric care and support. We spoke with
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Forget the latest health trends, social media ads, and mental wellness advice from friends. Here’s a list of the top 5 simple and evidence-based tips from a doctor to help improve your mental and physical health. Make mindfulness a daily habit. Dr. Wynne Armand says don’t waste your time on
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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 parks are officially certified autism centers. What does this mean? A calmer, more enjoyable experience during special hours for those who tend to get overwhelmed. Lifeguards
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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 meetings show a startling glimpse of employees expressing concern about the potential harm of the app on young users’ mental health. One senior executive acknowledges the app’s
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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 wrote the book, “Weirdo” to tell his story, hoping it will resonate with not just middle schoolers, but people of all ages. “I struggled
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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 says that many students can become obsessive with having high grades while trying to participate in every school activity, sport, or club — usually to build attractive resumes for other schools,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There is so much preparation and decision making involved as recent high school graduates head off to college. Making sure they know where to turn if they need help is a big one. “It’s a new situation, there are new expectations where you might be in a new city where
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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 Gynecology Oncology, is often one of the first to deliver that life-changing diagnosis to patients. Dr. Toy said, “It’s not anything you sign up for in the journey
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Everyone processes information differently, but experts say when it comes to learning in school, those differences can be misunderstood. Often, they’re overlooked because theyre not obvious to the observer, and thats when parents and caregivers can really step in and advocate for their children. Neurodivergencies like ADHD and Autism, as
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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 have a new, free online resource guide, thanks to UTEP doctoral student Leslie Ayala. She created “Bright Futures,” a resource guide specifically to help during key transition periods,
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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 normal, but there are things we as adults can do to help our kiddos navigate this time of transition. The first step is to talk with your child,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Learn more about how to handle “Back to School” emotions by watching the video above.
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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 who experienced physical abuse as a child are at a 50% increased risk of reporting low mental health, compared to those with no abuse. A
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Emergence Health Network hosted a back-to-school symposium that focused on the importance of mental health with children as they head in to the new school year. “We know some school districts are already back in school, but the message still stays the same. We’re here to support you, Emergency Health Network,
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