Drug overdoses and mental health concerns grow as pandemic drags on
Numbers from the National Institute on Drug Abuse show that drug use is again on the rise since the start of the pandemic.
Numbers from the National Institute on Drug Abuse show that drug use is again on the rise since the start of the pandemic.
Target raising minimum wage to $15 an hour starting July 5, offer one-time $200 bonus to front-line workers
Target is permanently increasing its minimum wage to $15 an hour beginning July 5.
Target is permanently increasing its minimum wage to $15 an hour beginning July 5.
A scary time for kids: how families dealing with addiction can get help during COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to turn so many of our lives upside down, our mental health can suffer - and for families dealing with addiction the concern can be even greater. National director of Hazelden Betty Ford's children's program, Jerry Moe joined the Buzz to chat about ways to help kids during the pandemic.
As COVID-19 continues to turn so many of our lives upside down, our mental health can suffer - and for families dealing with addiction the concern can be even greater. National director of Hazelden Betty Ford's children's program, Jerry Moe joined the Buzz to chat about ways to help kids during the pandemic.
Mother's Day 2020: Focusing on mom's mental health
Mother's Day 2020 is going to look and feel different this year. Moms are working extra hard to take care of their families during the pandemic. We spoke with psychiatrist Dr. Elizabeth LaRusso from Allina Health on how to focus on mom's mental well-being on Mother's Day, and every day.
Mother's Day 2020 is going to look and feel different this year. Moms are working extra hard to take care of their families during the pandemic. We spoke with psychiatrist Dr. Elizabeth LaRusso from Allina Health on how to focus on mom's mental well-being on Mother's Day, and every day.
Focusing on mental health: how art therapy can help during the pandemic
Telehealth options are in high demand right now, including those for mental health services. A variety of techniques can help people ease stress and anxiety, including art therapy. Certified art therapist Lisa Lounsbury joined the Buzz with ideas for people to use art therapy at home.
Telehealth options are in high demand right now, including those for mental health services. A variety of techniques can help people ease stress and anxiety, including art therapy. Certified art therapist Lisa Lounsbury joined the Buzz with ideas for people to use art therapy at home.
COVID-19 crisis creating 'perfect storm' for increase in postpartum depression
This isn’t the maternity leave Samantha Telega had pictured.
This isn’t the maternity leave Samantha Telega had pictured.
Tips for keeping your mental health in check amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Many of us may be experiencing some mental health issues right now without even realizing it. We've been thrust into unfamiliar territory, and experts say it's important to recognize it and know when to ask for help.
Many of us may be experiencing some mental health issues right now without even realizing it. We've been thrust into unfamiliar territory, and experts say it's important to recognize it and know when to ask for help.
Protecting your mental health: Ways to manage stress & anxiety while staying home
Millions of Minnesotans are doing their part to fight COVID-19 by staying home and social distancing, but that can really take a toll on your mental health. Dr. Robert Kantor, Chief Medical Officer for UnitedHealthcare, joined the FOX 9 Morning News with ways to manage stress and anxiety.
Millions of Minnesotans are doing their part to fight COVID-19 by staying home and social distancing, but that can really take a toll on your mental health. Dr. Robert Kantor, Chief Medical Officer for UnitedHealthcare, joined the FOX 9 Morning News with ways to manage stress and anxiety.
Stressed? Experts share strategies for mental well-being amid pandemic
If your stress levels are up right now, you’re certainly not alone. Health concerns, stay at home orders, financial struggles – the list can go on.
If your stress levels are up right now, you’re certainly not alone. Health concerns, stay at home orders, financial struggles – the list can go on.
Social workers voice concern for increased stress in at-risk homes amid pandemic
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, social workers are really concerned not just for their own health as they check on families, but also the safety of children during these increasingly stressful times.
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, social workers are really concerned not just for their own health as they check on families, but also the safety of children during these increasingly stressful times.
Police ramping up efforts to curb domestic violence, mental health issues amid COVID-19 changes
Growing tensions over job loss and isolation measures are forcing police and paramedics to be prepared for an uptick in domestic violence and mental health calls.
Growing tensions over job loss and isolation measures are forcing police and paramedics to be prepared for an uptick in domestic violence and mental health calls.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: Mental health resources to help get through this tough time
Dr. Nancy S. Harper, Director of the Otto Bremer Trust Center for Safe and Healthy Children, spoke with FOX 9 about the effect the COVID-19 pandemic is having on mental health.
Dr. Nancy S. Harper, Director of the Otto Bremer Trust Center for Safe and Healthy Children, spoke with FOX 9 about the effect the COVID-19 pandemic is having on mental health.
People take to sidewalks with colorful chalk to share messages of encouragement amid COVID-19 crisis
A post on social media encouraged residents who were under isolation orders in cities across the U.S. to reach out to others with bright messages of hope etched onto sidewalks and driveways.
A post on social media encouraged residents who were under isolation orders in cities across the U.S. to reach out to others with bright messages of hope etched onto sidewalks and driveways.
After daughter dies by suicide, Blaine, Minn. family works to help other children
Following half-a-dozen student deaths by suicide in Blaine, MN, police, parents and area schools are stepping up to make changes and get help to young adults who need it.
Following half-a-dozen student deaths by suicide in Blaine, MN, police, parents and area schools are stepping up to make changes and get help to young adults who need it.
Mother promotes awareness for suicide prevention as high schools face growing crisis
The suicide rate among teens is climbing at an alarming rate in recent years, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Now, community members say the problem is hitting some Minnesota schools harder than ever before.
The suicide rate among teens is climbing at an alarming rate in recent years, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Now, community members say the problem is hitting some Minnesota schools harder than ever before.
Ways to cope with 'holiday blues' this season
Signs you may be experiencing "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.
Signs you may be experiencing "holiday blues" include fatigue, losing interest in activities you normally enjoy, trouble making decisions or concentrating, withdrawing from friends and family, anger, irritability, and sadness.
Minnesota police agencies train to help people suffering mental health emergencies
Comforting and rescuing people suffering from a mental health crisis is a major issue law enforcement agencies face when responding to 911 calls. And the Hennepin County Sheriff said it’s not unusual to see an uptick around the holidays.
Comforting and rescuing people suffering from a mental health crisis is a major issue law enforcement agencies face when responding to 911 calls. And the Hennepin County Sheriff said it’s not unusual to see an uptick around the holidays.
Woman's experience with depression, suicide sheds light on dark subject
Many of their stories start the same way. On the surface, everything seems fine, but underneath there's a battle between life and death.
Many of their stories start the same way. On the surface, everything seems fine, but underneath there's a battle between life and death.
Training sessions on preventing suicide in agricultural communities announced statewide
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is reaching out to farmers and agricultural communities with training sessions on how to help those struggling with thoughts of suicide.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is reaching out to farmers and agricultural communities with training sessions on how to help those struggling with thoughts of suicide.
NAMIWalks fundraiser in Minneapolis urges people to be open about mental health issues
Thousands of people gathered in the Twin Cities on Saturday to make a statement: If you are facing mental health problems, you are not alone.
Thousands of people gathered in the Twin Cities on Saturday to make a statement: If you are facing mental health problems, you are not alone.