mental health

One of the many side effects of the pandemic are people being concerned about gaining weight while under quarantine. Mental health experts say this has led to an increase in unhealthy body checking.

Body dysmorphia has always been an issue, but in the age of social media, the pressure to keep a certain type of physical appearance and work out, even during a pandemic, can take a toll on our mental health

A day after Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that mental health has become a serious problem due to the ongoing pandemic, New York City announced steps it is taking to tackle the mental wellbeing of the youth. Deputy Chancellor for School Climate and Wellness LaShawn Robinson, who leads the city’s DOE efforts to provide student support services, joined Mayor Bill...

Studies suggest tens of millions of Americans now believe QAnon conspiracies, including unfounded claims about satanic, cannibalistic, child-exploiting cabals. And it’s creating dangerous situations for first responders and victims of actual crime. But Noah Pransky explains why logic isn’t the right strategy for talking to someone who starts believing irrational conspiracies.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo addressed the rising mental health concerns brought on by COVID-19 Wednesday, saying “we have a serious problem of the emotional stress and anxiety that COVID has caused.” While acknowledging that he initially didn’t fully understand “COVID fatigue” and took it to mean that people were just tired of wearing a mask or social distancing, he has...

Drug and alcohol-related overdoses have been on the rise since the onset of the pandemic. Addiction specialist Dr. Kevin Gilliland joins LX News to explain why talking about addiction is so important to help understand the root of the problem.

“Today” show host Hoda Kotb released a brand new book, “This Just Speaks to Me,” in which she shares quotes and stories meant to uplift her readers. LX News’ Tabitha Lipkin (virtually) sat down with the host to talk about what drives her to inspire others.

With most people spending more time at home than ever before, it’s important to make the most of your time outside. NBCLX’s Clark Fouraker has some tips to practice mindfulness and de-stress during your daily walk.

COVID-19 hasn’t just impacted health for most Americans – it has also shaped behaviors, both positive and negative. A recent survey found that, while the majority of respondents adopted some positive lifestyle changes and mentality, they have also suffered an increase of mental health issues.

Author Laura Day says a crisis is a time when our problems overwhelm our ability to cope. Day joined LX News to share her advice for dealing with stress and responding to crises.

The Duchess of Cambridge stopped by the University of Derby in the English Midlands on Tuesday to learn about how the new campus programs are supporting students’ mental health needs during the pandemic.

Denver’s STAR pilot program recognizes that a mental health worker and a paramedic may be better suited to respond to some 911 calls than police.

A Denver pilot program called STAR, or Support Team Assisted Response, is changing how the city responds to 911 calls by sending mental health workers and paramedics, rather than police, to respond to calls that don’t involve crimes.

Laverne Cox is using her time during the pandemic to “let go of some stuff,” adding, “There’s some effs that I’m not giving right now.” Cox offers Ashley Holt some real talk about letting go and loving yourself during this tough year.

A new poll has found that the coronavirus pandemic has taken a harsh toll on the mental health of young adults in the United States

An advocacy group says a police shooting that wounded a 13-year-old autistic boy in Salt Lake City reveals shortfalls in the way officers respond to a mental health crisis

Psychologist Erlanger Turner speaks to the significant impact that the film “Black Panther” had on the lives of Black children and provides tips for coping with emotional stress due to the loss of Chadwick Boseman, systemic racism and COVID-19.

Dr. Andrea Klemes speaks on the impact COVID-19 has had on mental and emotional health struggles during the pandemic.

Even after coronavirus cases subsided in New York City, health care workers who battled the worst of the pandemic are still struggling with the mental health consequences. The New York Times interviewed NYC health care workers about their long-term emotional struggles.

MIchelle Obama revealed in her podcast this week that she is suffering from “low-grade depression” due to the pandemic and racial injustice. She is far from alone. Here is what the experts have told LX News about how to cope during these challenging times.