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.
Youth Council Organizes Class To Talk About Preventing Teen Suicide
There are lots of things in libraries that can help teenagers learn about life. At the Millcreek Library Thursday afternoon, there was a class to teach teenagers the value of each life.
Local doctor, father fights migraine disease in honor of his daughter
Migraine disease is an invisible illness affecting more than 40 million Americans. A local doctor has teamed up with the Utah Film Center to shed light on the misunderstood disease.
Recent graduate unwinds in a Provo sensory deprivation float tank
You might not have to head to the Great Salt Lake to find saltwater in Utah. A new salty trend in the state also has mental and physical health benefits.
Sen. Hatch, Rep. Stewart recognized for suicide prevention efforts
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Mental Health American recognized Senator Orrin Hatch and Representative Chris Stewart for their leadership in making suicide prevention and mental health a legislative priority at a dinner Tuesday, June 12 in Washington D.C.
Experts say locking up firearms reduces chance of youth suicide
The number of youth dying by suicide has tripled in the state of Utah in the past decade. Lawmakers, activists, educators are now learning that half of those between the ages of 10 and 17 who took their own life last year in Utah did so by using a firearm.
Utah among top states in U.S. for increased suicide rates
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – New numbers on suicide released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed a dramatic rise in rates across the country, and here in Utah. In response to that public health crisis in 2017, Utah state legislators decided to do more to look for answers, and find out why […]
New club bridges Utah high schools after devastating suicide crisis
A club that made a difference at one Utah high school is now paving the way at a critical time for Herriman High school. For Breaking the Silence on Suicide, we learn one way a community is hoping to make a difference at a school struggling with loss.
Herriman community comes together to find hope, healing and answers after suicide crisis
Utah consistently ranks among the top states in the nation for the highest rates of teen suicide. After a devastating year, one Utah community knows that better than most.
Study finds more teens thinking about, attempting suicide
A new study released by Vanderbilt University found more kids are either thinking about or attempting suicide – nearly twice as much as a decade ago.
After a heartbreaking year, a Herriman High teacher personally reaches out to 200 students
After a heartbreaking year at Herriman High School, one teacher went out of his way to make each of his students feel his love. In this Breaking the Silence on Suicide report, we see how he reached out to each one of his students.
Device helps local addicts through withdrawal symptoms quickly
Freedom from opioid and heroin addiction can be hard to achieve, but a groundbreaking device could help addicts get off those drugs without all the pain and agony of withdrawals symptoms.
Drop in Utah overdose deaths, naloxone credited
Statistics released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show overdose deaths in Utah declined 15.2 percent in the months leading up to the summer of 2017. Local health experts credit naloxone.