Amie Schaeffer and Lindsay Aerts
A study found 26.86% of adults in Utah report some kind of mental illness including substance use disorder and thoughts of suicide.
4 months ago
Simone Seikaly
Utah women have specific risk factors for suicide, including domestic violence, religious dissonance, opioid and substance use, and LGBTQ+ identies.
5 months ago
Simone Seikaly
A Twitter hashtag linked to self-harm content on the social media platform prompts concern from Utah mental health experts.
5 months ago
Allie Litzinger
Gov. Cox spoke of a friend's suicide, Utah's high suicide rate, and resources that are available to those experiencing mental health issues.
5 months ago
Simone Seikaly
Body image issues can arise in kids as young as 3 years of age. A psychiarist joins Dave and Dujanovic to offer insight.
6 months ago
Simone Seikaly
It's been a long time in the making but the new number to call for suicide prevention, 988, will finally be live across the nation this week.
7 months ago
Don Brinkerhoff
The Huntsman Mental Health Institute is experiencing a staffing shortage, but Business Operations Manager Anne Stephens says to call anyways if you need help.
8 months ago
Amanda Dickson
Utah officials note a 300% increase in mental health crises in children over the last ten years. Immediate help can be a gamechanger.
8 months ago
Mark Jones
Gov. Spencer Cox declared Saturday, May 7 as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day in Utah.
9 months ago
Jacob Rueda
With daylight saving time possibly becoming permanent, researchers say daylight exposure can affect mental health, and more darkness during winter might be harmful,
10 months ago
Jacob Rueda
Utah mental health facilities are preparing for an upgrade to the national suicide prevention number from a 10-digit number to a three-digit number.
10 months ago
Curt Gresseth
Parents can help their teen make better decisions about their interactions with social media platforms like TikTok.
11 months ago
Curt Gresseth
The Granite School District asks parents to take their children off social media if they can't monitor their kids' use of the apps.
1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
Depression in older adults could be relieved by certain video games. A University of Utah Health study aims to find out.
1 year ago
Paul Nelson
New data authored by researchers at the University of Utah shows there are far more children on the autism spectrum than previously thought. Researchers say improvements in testing and diagnosing autism could be one reason for the increase.
1 year ago
Paul Nelson
Officials say that the staffing shortage at Utah State Hospital is most strongly felt in the area of direct care positions.
1 year ago
Amber Gentry
Veterans can use virtual reality to connect with doctors and fellow veterans, as well as play games to help ease stress they may be feeling.
1 year ago
Kate Davis
Cache Coffee in Logan says it will safely store guns owned by anyone experiencing a mental health crisis in effort to reduce suicide.
1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
Most physically abusive relationships begin with emotional or psychological abuse. Recognizing it is crucial says a Utah psychiatrist.
1 year ago
Paul Nelson
During the pandemic, the use of the Safe UT app has increased, especially calls for mental health services.
1 year ago
Nick Wyatt
Making the situation more difficult, veterans and the military still struggle with a stigma surrounding seeking professional help to prevent suicide.
1 year ago
Paul Nelson
The attacks in Afghanistan could trigger mental health issues for vets.
1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
After her teen daughter's suicide attempt, a mother is on a mission to give kids resources to fight against the stigma of seeking help.
1 year ago
Mark Jones
Simone Biles withdrew from the Olympics earlier this week to put her mental health back in order. One local expert gives his take on Biles' decision.
2 years ago