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 with Intermountain Healthcare and SelectHealth to bring you information and resources you need to fight these very real but solvable problems. Because a Healthy Mind Matters.
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Pleasant Grove Mom Found Human Connection Is Key To Managing Phone Use
One of the biggest distractions to family time are cell phones. -
Family Dinner Fosters Trust And Encourages Teens And Adolescents To Confide In Parents
Therapist say when adolescents and teens feel connected, bigger subjects are easier to discuss. -
Why Should My Teen Start Practicing Regular Mindfulness?
In today's fast-paced, technological world, it's rare to find a spare moment to slow down, but experts say quiet, peaceful moments are vital to a teenager's mental health. -
Everyday Strong: Building Resilience In Kids Starts With Safety, Connection, And Confidence
Intermountain Healthcare's Dr. Matt Swenson believes parents have more power than they realize to care for the emotional and mental health of their children. -
Lehi Woman’s Post About Impact Of Husband’s Suicide Is Saving Lives
Suicide can be difficult to talk about but it's something a Lehi woman isn't shying away from even after losing her husband to it. Dani Bates said one night in March, her husband didn’t come home. -
New Utah Agriculture Commissioner Wants To Raise Awareness Of Farmer Suicide
Raising food production awareness is one thing, but the issue he'd really like to fix is one that doesn't get talked about very often in farming. -
‘Let’s Save These Lives’: Reflecting On Change One Year After Herriman Suicide Crisis
This time last year, the Herriman community was in crisis. They sought answers after losing their eighth teenager to suicide in one year. The community knew they needed a long term solution. -
Some Utah Therapists Are Using Video Chat, Email and Text To Help Teens
More teens and adolescents are suffering from depression and anxiety than ever before. Finding a therapist and getting an appointment right away is extremely difficult. Some therapists in Utah are turning to technology to help teens. -
Child Psychiatrist Shares The Best Ways For Parents To Get Their Kids To Open Up
Utah children and teens are grappling with intense circumstances surrounding depression, anxiety and even suicide. A Utah psychiatrist hopes to gives adults the tools they need to help. -
Utah Cardiologist, Mother Creates App To Help Women Adjust To Motherhood
The physical and emotional demands placed on new mothers can often be overwhelming. One Utah mother created a way for women to find the help they need.
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