Surgeon General calls for social media warning labels
Research shows teenagers spend nearly five hours a day on social media, and it is taking a toll on their mental health.
Research shows teenagers spend nearly five hours a day on social media, and it is taking a toll on their mental health.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
New Prague woman featured in documentary on living with vitiligo
For Alicia Roufs, growing up with vitiligo meant constantly covering up the white patches of skin that cover 80% to 90% of her body. But she still endured name-calling and worse.
For Alicia Roufs, growing up with vitiligo meant constantly covering up the white patches of skin that cover 80% to 90% of her body. But she still endured name-calling and worse.
FDA advisers reject MDMA therapy to treat PTSD
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.
Holderness family talks new book on ADHD
The Holderness family, known for their social media parodies, first gained fame with their viral hit "Christmas Jammies." Now, they're using their creativity to shed light on a more serious topic: ADHD. Kelcey Carlson had the chance to talk with the couple about their new book and how they continue to create funny and relatable content for all to enjoy.
The Holderness family, known for their social media parodies, first gained fame with their viral hit "Christmas Jammies." Now, they're using their creativity to shed light on a more serious topic: ADHD. Kelcey Carlson had the chance to talk with the couple about their new book and how they continue to create funny and relatable content for all to enjoy.
Ramsey County offering social workers through 911 dispatch
Starting on May 28, social workers will now be available for those who call 911 in Ramsey County.
Starting on May 28, social workers will now be available for those who call 911 in Ramsey County.
ADHD diagnosed in about 1 in 9 US children, CDC says
ADHD symptoms include difficulty staying focused, excessive fidgeting, acting without thinking and difficulty with self-control.
ADHD symptoms include difficulty staying focused, excessive fidgeting, acting without thinking and difficulty with self-control.
Some teen girls using smartphone up to 6 hours per day, study finds
Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.
Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.
Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
KFAN's Chris Hawkey visits Hutchinson students
KFAN host Chris Hawkey spoke with students on Thursday, opening up about his journey with anxiety and depression to REACH students.
KFAN host Chris Hawkey spoke with students on Thursday, opening up about his journey with anxiety and depression to REACH students.
Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
More parents are feeling lonely, burned out, new survey says
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
More than half of parents who participated in the survey said they felt isolated and lonely and burned out due to their responsibilities as a parent.
Family remembers Minneapolis man found dead year after disappearance
A Minneapolis mother is speaking out one year after her son went missing amidst of a mental health crisis.
A Minneapolis mother is speaking out one year after her son went missing amidst of a mental health crisis.
Study: Anxiety tops mental health concerns for employees
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
In a recent study, it was discovered that almost 25% of individuals who sought mental health treatment through their employers within the last year identified anxiety as their foremost concern.
Girls on the Run MN helping girls build confidence
Girls on the Run Minnesota is a nonprofit to help promote self-confidence in young girls through physical activity and friendship. Executive Director of Girls on the Run Minnesota, Kathleen Cannon, and two runners, third graders Hazel Paul and Lyla Floyd joined FOX 9's Leah Beno to talk about the program. To learn more about their program, go their website gotrmn.org.
Girls on the Run Minnesota is a nonprofit to help promote self-confidence in young girls through physical activity and friendship. Executive Director of Girls on the Run Minnesota, Kathleen Cannon, and two runners, third graders Hazel Paul and Lyla Floyd joined FOX 9's Leah Beno to talk about the program. To learn more about their program, go their website gotrmn.org.
St. Paul teen uses poetry to heal, advocate for mental health awareness
A local high school student is bringing awareness of mental health through literature.
A local high school student is bringing awareness of mental health through literature.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Study suggests mental health issues in teen boys often go undetected
A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.
A recent pediatrics study revealed a sharp decline in antidepressant prescriptions for young men since March 2020, suggesting their mental health issues might be underreported or overlooked.
Psychologist finds healing, helps others through circus therapy
Trapeze and other highly suspended equipment are the fixtures of Dr. Sherry Walling's approach with some of her patients.
Trapeze and other highly suspended equipment are the fixtures of Dr. Sherry Walling's approach with some of her patients.