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Treatment options varied for coping with anxiety

— October 8, 2021

Anxiety can be described as persistent and excessive fears about everyday situations. There can be many signs of anxiety. Some of the most common anxiety symptoms can include having…

Chemicals found in household products affect brain development
— August 10, 2021

From canned baby food to scented shampoos, chemicals that disrupt the body’s normal functions are everywhere. Many common products contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals, or EDCs,…
Pritzker highlights mental health needs as COVID-19 cases continue to rise
— April 25, 2020

SPRINGFIELD — As residents of Illinois head into their sixth week under a stay-at-home order recently extended through May, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Saturday, April 25 highlighted the…
Connections combat feelings of panic, helplessness during pandemic
— April 9, 2020

When Bradley University counselor education professor Lori Russell-Chapin started organizing a Super Brain Summit on mindfulness and meditation a year ago, she had no idea how relevant…
Expert: Teens willing to take risks to fit in
— November 25, 2019

It is the fear of missing out that helps drive teens to making risky decision, according to a child and adolescent psychiatrist. Jess Shatkin, a professor at the New York University…

Online series helps teeenagers experiencing anxiety, depression
— October 19, 2020

Teens are experiencing anxiety, stress, and depression throughout the pandemic, according to a Harris Poll conducted by 4-H, the national youth development organization. University…
Health officials, Pritzker announce virtual mental, physical health services
— April 11, 2020

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s administration announced new initiatives Saturday, April 11 to extend telehealth services and mental health support throughout the state to support…
Family members required to stay home can also reconnect
— March 19, 2020

It may be hard to find positive news as the rampaging coronavirus leaves worry, illness and even death in its wake. But two suburban health professionals say there could be at least…