Understanding and Combating Loneliness: A Silent Epidemic
Provided by Ron Jackson Introduction In a world increasingly connected by digital threads, the irony of loneliness as a growing societal issue is…
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El Paso City Council approves gender-neutral signs on certain public bathrooms
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Gender-neutral bathrooms have been a national talking point for many years now. Here in El Paso, City Council unanimously…
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Teachers and students grapple with fears and confusion about new laws restricting pronoun use
By ANDREW DeMILLO and RICK CALLAHAN The Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis high school senior Caston Peters had used they and them…
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‘A more caring society:’ Remembering Former First Lady & Mental Health Activist Rosalynn Carter
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — When the Carter family moved into the White House, then-First Lady Rosalynn Carter dedicated herself to creating a “more…
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Veteran mental health care goes beyond talk therapy
by Special to El Paso Matters, El Paso MattersAugust 15, 2023 By Ismael Lopez I know what it’s like to feel like the only communication tool I have…
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Over 49 million Americans have substance use disorders; support available in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In recently released government documents, an estimated 1 in 6 Americans over age 12 are facing a substance use disorder…
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Social media war content impacting mental well being, experts say
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has brought forth an influx of graphic and unfiltered images, prompting concerns about its…
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Couple raising awareness about suicide; spreading hope
Warning: This article contains sensitive information for people with depression. LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — At a Walmart Parking lot off…
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More than 1 in 6 US adults and adolescents had a substance use disorder in 2022, federal survey finds
Originally Published: 13 NOV 23 16:52 ET By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Nearly 49 million people in the US ages 12 and older – more than…
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In crowded field of psychedelic startups, Filament CEO makes case for ‘natural’ drugs
By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer A recent boom in psychedelic research has given way to a bumper crop of startups seeking to harness the potential…
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A life less spoken: how a Las Cruces mother is remembering her son
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Isaiah Nordgren was 21 years old when he lost his life to suicide. Now, his mother is remembering him by publishing her…
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Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg accused of ignoring internal warnings about social media harms
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Meta Platforms, the owner of Instagram and Facebook, are facing a number of legal actions centered around how those apps…
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EHN opens new Veteran One-Stop, connecting service members to services
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, Emergence Health Network opens their new Veteran’s One-Stop Center on Gateway West Boulevard. Counseling, support…
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Social media companies face lawsuits into student mental health, local district discusses one
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Across the country a number of school districts have joined a lawsuit claiming that social media is impacting their students…
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Looking deeper at behavioral health: New Mexico AG and experts discuss public safety and access
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — In the Land of Enchantment, mental health has been a concern for sometime. In 2020, 18% of adults had a history of…
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Día de los Muertos: A chance for connection, remembrance and mental support. Tips from Borderland experts
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Across the globe, millions of people are honoring their loved ones as part of Día de los Muertos, the annual…
Continue Reading Experts say mental and physical health are connected — Why do we treat them separately?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In their data about mental health, the Centers for Disease Control says, “Mental and physical health are equally important…
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New research shows callers may not contact 988 again. ABC-7 checked in with a Borderland center.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Since 988 launched last year, more than 6.5 million calls, texts and chats have come into the National Suicide and Crisis…
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NMSU students have allies to help with mental health — their peers
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — When many of us think of mental health support, we think of hospitals and psychologists, but we may not think of…
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Trauma: Following another mass shooting, Borderland experts offering support for residents with stress
El PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Trauma comes in many forms and many shapes. It can affect anyone — not just those physically present at the scene of an…
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CDC warns we’re facing a mental health ‘crisis’ in health care; Borderland experts weigh in
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Centers for Disease Control is warning about a mental health crisis affecting a certain part of the workforce — health…
Continue Reading ‘Be Kind to Your Mind:’ Red Ribbon Week and the mental impact of drugs
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Each year, Red Ribbon Week offers a chance to learn more about the impact of drugs on the human body — with educators…
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When stress is part of the job, mental health counts: Support for El Paso’s first responders
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Everyone knows that a first responder faces crisis every day — it’s part of the job. They have to go through rigorous…
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NAMIWalks El Paso raises money for mental health with event Saturday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–Hundreds of people came out for the the annual ‘Walk for Mental Health in the 915’ event Saturday, held by NAMIWalks El Paso.…
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Navigating the waves: Surf therapy as a treatment for depression, trauma, and more
Reasons to Be Cheerful looks at surf therapy as a treatment for depression, anxiety, and…
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NAMIWalks El Paso: Join KVIA to raise dollars for mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Come out to Ascarate Park tomorrow morning to join community partners across the Borderland to raise money for mental health…
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VALOR Ride: Veterans ride from Alaska to El Paso to raise suicide awareness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, the members of the VALOR Ride completed their 22 day ride across the continental U.S. They took the 5,200 mile…
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Intervening in suicide: Non-profit hopes to support mental health across the nation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Suicide Watch and Wellness Foundation is on a mission to help with mental health. This Mississippi-based non-profit…
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Burnout: Major concern in largest health care strike in U.S. history
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — While sources claim that tentative talks are hopeful, the largest strike in the history of U.S. health care continues on…
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$600k granted to Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso to support mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mental health is a major concern for many younger Americans, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso is getting thousands of…
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