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3 helpful resources for Autism Awareness Month and Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Awareness Month and Autism Acceptance Month. Learn more about the organizations supporting autism education, advocacy and more.
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Hoover High students host self-care fair to address mental health concerns
Teenage anxiety and depression levels have spiked since the pandemic. A group of students from Hoover High decided to address the issue themselves with a self-care fair.
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Students take mental health care into their own hands at Hoover High School
Teenage anxiety and depression levels have spiked since the pandemic. A group of high schoolers decided to address the issue themselves. NBC 7’s Shandel Menezes has more from Hoover High School’s first-ever self-care fair.
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Pacemaker for the brain helps woman with crippling depression. Doctors say it may soon offer hope to others
Researchers are testing deep brain stimulation as a treatment for people with a severe form of depression. Doctors compare it to a pacemaker for the brain. It involves implanting electrodes in the brain, which are attached to a device placed under the skin in the chest.
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Feeling stuck this year? Here's how to overcome roadblocks & self-doubt
The majority of New Year’s resolutions fail, but why? Clinical psychologist & anxiety therapist, Dr. Lauren Cook, sits down with California Live’s Danielle Nottingham to share her expert tips on how to push through roadblocks along your journey.
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What is ‘factitious disorder imposed on another,' or FDIA?
Factitious disorder imposed on another (FDIA), formerly known as Munchausen’s Syndrome by Proxy, is a mental illness in which a person will garner attention by pretending their dependent is ill or disabled.
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What to know about your mental health over the holidays
The holiday season also places more stress on people, stress that can take a toll on one’s mental health. Here’s what you can do to help.
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Newsom says progress is steady with California's mental health court
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday said slow but steady progress has been made with the state’s mental health court, a pilot program that launched in October.
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Drug and alcohol abuse increase during the holidays, experts say
NBC 7’s Amber Frias spoke with an epxert about the rise of stress, depression and drug and alcohol abuse around the holidays
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San Diego votes to address bed shortage for those experiencing mental health crises
The San Diego City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to declare a behavioral health bed crisis in the city, a move aimed at increasing mental health resources.
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K-pop star Rosé joins first lady Jill Biden to talk mental health
K-pop superstar Rosé has joined U.S. first lady Jill Biden at a mental health event to talk about how even famous people grapple with emotional struggles.
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Swimmer Felipe Ribeiro paints nails as reminder of bipolar disorder, wins gold at Pan Am Games
Mental health and how athletes deal with it has become top of mind for athletes, coaches and sports executives alike.
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Mental health expert explains how to cope with anxiety over the Israel-Hamas war
With the many stories covering the Israel-Hamas war, it’s not surprising that some people may be feeling anxious, fearful or just really low. NBC 7’s Jackie Crea spoke to a mental health expert about why this moment can feel like a tipping point and what you can do about it.
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How to talk to your children about the Israel-Hamas war
Psychologist Dr. Robbins said it’s important to have an honest conversation with your kids, while keeping the information age-appropriate. Here are some tips on doing that.
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How to talk to your kids about the Israel-Hamas war
NBC 7’s Jeanette Quezada spoke with a psychologist about how parents and guardians should navigate conversations about the Israel-Hamas war with their children.
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World Mental Health Day 2023: What to know about this year's theme
This year’s theme, “Mental health is a universal human right,” aims to improve knowledge, raise awareness, and drive actions that protect mental health as a human right.
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San Diego pro uses skateboarding to fight addiction, boost mental health
Professional skateboarder Brandon Turner got sober in 2016 and found his way back to his board, realizing skating was crucial to his recovery. Now, he’s teaching that to others through Westside Recovery.
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San Diego pro skater teaches skateboarding to fight addiction, poor mental health
NBC 7’s Brian Holt talked to Brandon Turner about his journey through drug addiction and mental health crises, and how important his skateboard was to his recovery.
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Country singer Hardy cancels tour due to serious anxiety: ‘It has taken over my life'
The “Wait In the Truck” singer says his mental health remains affected by a bus accident he was involved in last October.
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Newsom's mental health bond expected to go before San Diego voters in 2024
California lawmakers passed a $6 billion mental health bond to build treatment facilities and supportive housing. NBC 7’s Adonis Albright explains what this could mean for San Diego.