Mental Health
Tran Nguyễn, Associated Press
Paris Hilton backs California bill to bring more transparency to youth treatment facilities
Hotel heiress and media personality Paris Hilton is backing California legislation that aims to bring more transparency to discipline used at facilities for troubled teens.8 days ago
Mike Anderson
Cache Valley tackles suicide and sextortion with students
The North Park Police Chief is hoping to get through to teens and their parents on two important topics: suicide and sextortion.13 days ago
Emma Benson
Get moving: How to manage stress with exercise
If not managed well, stress can cause serious health problems. So, how can you exercise to manage stress?13 days ago
Ken Fall and Emma Benson
How to keep your kids on a regular sleep routine to reduce stress
Experts emphasize that sleep is therapy, both physically and emotionally, which is why it's important to keep you and your kids on a regular sleep routine.13 days ago
Aley Davis
Teaching children to regulate emotions early is essential to future success, experts say
Teaching kids how to regulate emotions early is essential to future success.13 days ago
Lindsay Aerts
Lehi school resource officer, middle schooler prevented Utah student’s planned suicide
The Alpine School district said a seventh grader who brought a gun to his Lehi middle school last November, planned to take his own life. A school resource officer and a fellow student stepped in.15 days ago
Emma Benson
‘You’re worth it’: Provo couple sheds light on living with bipolar disorder
12 years ago, Annalaura's mother passed away. That unexpected family death triggered Christian's first bipolar episode.25 days ago
Alli Rosenbloom, CNN
Don’t bother Larry David with menial pleasantries. He’s not interested
Just like the version of himself that he plays on “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” there are some things in life that Larry David can’t be bothered with.27 days ago
Karah Brackin
Utah’s Hope Hero Foundation is saving teen lives
Discover how The Hope Hero Foundation empowers teens and prevents suicide. Be the hero of your own story!27 days ago
Alex Cabrero
Body cam video shows police officers save man’s life during mental health crisis
Many people who live or work in downtown Salt Lake City often have very normal days.2 months ago
Emma Benson
Eating Disorders Awareness Week: How to recognize the signs and get help
Carrie Jackson said when the pandemic hit, her daughter, Emma, started showing signs of an eating disorder.2 months ago
Shelby Lofton
How to find a legitimate and qualified mental health professional
A bill that would have regulated life coaching in Utah has hit a wall, and that has experts concerned for families seeking help.2 months ago
Mary Culbertson
Heartfelt Valentine’s Day fundraiser remembers 14-year-old who took his own life
Dexton Obray gifted every girl in his fifth grade class a flower for Valentine's Day, years before he died. Now, his mother and those girls are remembering him with a new tradition.3 months ago
Eliza Pace
Man with Alzheimer’s disease attacks family members with pocket knife
Two people are recovering after a family member with Alzheimer's became confused and attacked them.3 months ago
AJ Willingham, CNN
Elmo asked people online how they were doing. He got an earful
When Elmo posted a kind-hearted check-in this week on X, he may have assumed he’d be shielded by these social mores. But he comes from “Sesame Street,” which is no place for lies.3 months ago
Karah Brackin
Hope Squads hold training for mental health advocacy, suicide prevention efforts in Utah schools
Hope Squad, a peer-to-peer suicide prevention program, hosted a training on Thursday for students to help reduce youth suicide.3 months ago
Emma Benson
‘You can actually find joy again’: Why Utahns are at higher risk for seasonal affective disorder, how to cope
Seasonal affective disorder affects about 10% of Utahns, according to a Huntsman Mental Health Institute doctor.3 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua
Free SAFE2FEEL conference teaches coping, confidence-building skills
Mental health experts say there’s an epidemic of loneliness.3 months ago
Lindsay Aerts, KSL TV and Aimee Cobabe, KSL NewsRadio
Man killed in Delta jet engine at SLC Airport had a manic episode, family says
The family of a man killed after climbing into an engine on an aircraft said their son and brother had bipolar disorder, and they believe he had gone into a severe manic episode at the time of his death.4 months ago
Lindsay Aerts
Brick-and-mortar survivor advocacy center opens in Tooele
A new survivor advocacy center opened in Tooele Wednesday, dedicated to helping victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.4 months ago
Karah Brackin
Experts weigh in on navigating the holidays with young children and older relatives
Steps to take to be mindful of our young or mentally vulnerable loved ones this holiday season.4 months ago
Jocelyn Gecker, Associated Press
Lacking counselors, US schools turn to the booming business of online therapy
Trouble with playground bullies started for Maria Ishoo’s daughter in elementary school. Girls ganged up, calling her “fat” and “ugly.” Boys tripped and pushed her.5 months ago
Lindsay Aerts
Student accused of attacking Kearns High teacher has special needs, district says
The Granite School district is now investigating what it calls an “egregious” attack on a teacher in the classroom. That teacher is said to be recovering, as is an Assistant Principal and a resource officer who assisted the teacher.5 months ago
