Mental Health

Transitions can take toll on a child's mental health. Going back to school brings a lot of change and can be hard on students of all ages.

Experts are sharing tips on how to recognize the warning signs of bullying at school.

Dr. Nina Alfieri discusses ways to keep you and your friends safe during Lollapalooza.

Stress can actually be good for your health, but how do we know when our stress becomes distress? According to Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, signs may include feeling a sense of urgency and restlessness, self-care not lasting and disengagement.

A new report shows teens feel less emotional support than their parents think they do. Psychiatrist and author Dr. Frank Anderson joins GDC to break down the findings.

While sports can positively impact kids' mental health, they can also create significant pressure.

A recent poll indicated that 30 percent of adults feel lonely on a weekly basis.

A new study released says that women can experience changes in their bodies and in their brains during menopause.

America may be in the middle of a mental health crisis and the upcoming election isn't helping matters. A new study found that 2 in 5 Americans report feeling depressed or anxious about the November election.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois partnered with NASCAR Chicago Street Race to support programs that benefit Illinois families. The donation will be used to bolster Family Focus Lawndale's programs that address physical and behavioral health needs within the community.

Summer break is usually seen as a good thing for kids in school, but sometimes the lack of structure and social interaction can take a toll on your child's mental health. There are some signs you can look out for, to make sure your teen is feeling their best during the break.

Summer break can be a difficult time for students who have been diagnosed with ADHD. The disruption in routine can sometimes cause anxiety. Ann Dolin from Additude Magazine shares some tips for staying on track.

Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."

A two-day festival that is all about honing in on our mental health is coming to Chicago this summer. It's called the Possiblity Festival and it's happening July 20-21 at Harold Washington Park.

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is urging Congress to mandate warning labels on social media platforms, similar to those on tobacco and alcohol products, citing a mental health crisis among young people.

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is urging Congress to mandate warning labels on social media platforms, similar to those on tobacco and alcohol products, citing a mental health crisis among young people.