Loneliness can strengthen parts of brain tied to imagination and reminiscing, study finds
Researchers behind a large study have found that loneliness might actually help strengthen parts of the brain tied to imagination, reminiscing and future planning — helping those cope with isolation.
FOX 7 Discussion: Improving response to mental health crises
Richard Martinez, Texas State coordinator of educational programming and outreach, joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin to talk about a virtual simulation program they're rolling out to help with mental health.
New study looks at unmet job expectations and its link to suicide
A new study suggests some men are more likely to suffer an early death by suicide or drug poisoning due to unmet job expectations from a decline in blue-collar jobs.
11-year-old dies from suicide during virtual class
An 11-year-old boy died of a gunshot wound suffered during an online class.
FOX 7 Care Force: How pandemic is affecting veterans with PTSD
Mike Warren speaks with Blake Holbrook, an Iraq veteran and PTSD survivor who is also a counselor with the Samaritan Center, about what resources are available to help veterans.
Majority of Americans say they got the worst sleep in 2020: survey
The year 2020 has been the worst year ever for Americans’ sleep, according to new research.
New COVID-19 health & wellness support line for Austin residents
The City of Austin has announced a new resource that will provide short-term counseling and support to Austin workers and families whose mental health has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Clinical psychologist: Why people panic buy and why it’s impractical
The U.S. is seeing a second-wave of COVID-19 cases and with it a resurgence of panic buying.
Veterans ride from Round Rock to Killeen for the Boot Campaign
The ride was in partnership with The Boot Campaign, an organization that's mission is to help restore the lives of veterans and military families.
Study: COVID-19 diagnosis doubles risk of new mental illness
In the three months following a patient’s positive COVID-19 diagnosis, findings showed the incidence of any psychiatric diagnosis was 18.1%.
Crisis counselors responding to more mental health calls in Austin
The City of Austin is planning to have crisis counselors available 24/7 in the coming year.
Postpartum depression may last 3 years after childbirth, study finds
Recommended guidelines may not screen moms long enough for postpartum depression, the NIH said.
Mesquite to offer residents free mental health services
The city of Mesquite just announced it will offer residents free mental health counseling.
Veterans march in Round Rock to raise awareness about suicide rates
Active duty and veteran servicemen and women marched the streets in Round Rock on Saturday to raise awareness for the suicide rates among service members.
'I love you': Atlantic City officers rescue distressed man from roof of parking garage
If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
FOX 7 Care Force: Pandemic impact on mental health in the US military
Forensic psychologist Dr. Blake Harris joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin to talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic could be playing a role in reports of increased military suicides in this FOX 7 Care Force.
Cow-hugging is the new animal therapy trend we all need
While therapy animals are not a new concept, hugging cows in the name of wellness is gaining popularity not just in its origin country, but in the U.S. as well.
Pelosi talks 25th Amendment after Trump scraps coronavirus aid talks
Pelosi questioned how long President Trump has had coronavirus
Military suicides up as much as 20% amid COVID-19 pandemic
Military suicides have increased by as much as 20% this year compared to the same period in 2019, and some incidents of violent behavior have spiked.
Hearts2Heal addresses lack of culturally relevant mental health resources
Mental health advocates want to shine a light on disparities they’re seeing in the Latinx community.