You don't need to be a news expert to recognize the truth - that Utah
is experiencing an epidemic of depression, suicide, and prescription opioid
misuse. But here's one other truth. All of us can learn to take
positive action to help make certain these issues don't devastate the
lives of our families, friends and loved ones. That's why our stations
are joining together to bring you information and resources you need to
fight these very real but solvable problems. Because a Healthy Mind Matters.
‘You’re not alone’: Navigating seasonal affective disorder
For Laura Ruiz Ortega, writing poetry is healing. The mom of two found it as a way to express her feelings after moving to the U.S. from Mexico, and to cope with the cold winters.
Utah Army veteran shares mental health journey, resources for others
Bryant Jacobs was serving in Iraq in 2004 when his vehicle was struck by an IED. He knew there was a long road to recovery ahead.
New crisis receiving center in Price serving rural communities
When someone is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, a crisis-receiving center can serve as a safe alternative to a hospital. A new facility in Price is filling a critical need.
Suicide survivor finds healing through unexpected outlet: women’s football
A Utah woman says playing football in her local women's league helped her with overcoming her depression.
Family who lost father to suicide encourages checking in, having direct conversations
A Utah County family who lost their father to suicide earlier this year is encouraging others to speak to those struggling with their mental health.
Answering crisis calls: what it’s like to be on the other end of the 988 line
When you call 988, you are connected with a trained mental health expert. Utah has around 100 crisis line workers. Riano is one of them.
Utah suicide survivor shares message of hope and healing on National 988 Day
With the love and support of a partner, Britttany Bagdasarov greets each day with gratitude and thankful to be alive.
How to help your kids deal with back-to-school stress
For the Arnett family, "back to school" means getting back on schedule. But it hasn't come without challenges.
Keeping track of men’s mental health
A woman shares her story of losing her boyfriend to suicide and asks everyone to support their male loved ones.
‘It’s very difficult’: RSL’s Diego Luna opens up about mental health struggles
Luna, a California native and Olympic hopeful, is in his second season as a midfielder for Real Salt Lake. He admits the season was off to a rocky start. Pressures on and off the field, including becoming a father, were affecting his mental state.
‘The Barefoot Dutchman’ and his remarkable trek for men’s mental health
Anton Nootenboom, "The Barefoot Dutchman", makes his way across the U.S. to spread awareness for men's mental health.
‘Elmo loves you!’ Our favorite red Muppet stars in mental health campaign
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we all deal with stress and different emotions. In January, Elmo asked a simple question online that sparked a huge conversation.
Building a mental health toolkit
When life overwhelms you, sometimes there's not just one solution; which is good to have a variety of tools in your "mental health toolkit."
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.
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!
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.
‘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.
Free SAFE2FEEL conference teaches coping, confidence-building skills
Mental health experts say there’s an epidemic of loneliness.
‘Because of Hannah’: Utah mom who lost daughter to suicide provides resources for others
Laura Warburton remembers her daughter, Hannah, as a warrior.
SafeUT app sees ‘record-breaking’ use in 2023
The SafeUT app saw "record-breaking" utilization during 2023, program leaders and partners announced Tuesday.
NAMI Utah offers free classes for parents and adolescents dealing with mental illness
NAMI is offering free classes for both parents and adolescents that are dealing with mental illness.
YCC Family Crisis Center in Ogden now accepting text messages
It is certainly not the easiest job out there. Amber Paaso will be the first to tell you she's burned out of doing it in the past.
7th grade football player spreads mental health awareness after losing teammate to suicide
A 12-year-old boy is working to raise awareness after his football teammate died by suicide in October 2022.