Medicaid work requirement changes could further depress Kentucky communities
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Some Kentucky lawmakers want to make it mandatory for some Medicaid participants in Kentucky…
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Joe Heller: Cartoonist’s view of news — Town Halls, asteroid, vacationing, mental health, Lent
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Kentucky mental health experts offer advice on steps you can take to beat those winter blues
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Shorter days and less sunlight have many Kentuckians feeling the winter blues. One recent…
The Conversation: Service dogs can reduce the severity of PTSD for veterans — new research
By Sarah Leighton and Kerri Rodriguez University of Arizona Service dogs can alleviate some symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder for…
Parenting comes with a lot of stress, especially during the holidays; don’t be afraid to seek help
By Dr. Caitlin Allen University of Kentucky Are you a parent feeling stressed out? You’re not alone. Parenting can be…
Opinion — As we break bread this Thanksgiving, let’s also break the silence surrounding mental health
By Dr. Sarah Geegan and Dr. Amber Billingsley Special to NKyTribune Thanksgiving is nearly here, a time when many of…
Managing mental health is an important part of treatment for those facing sickle cell disease
By Dr. Tanesha Johnson University of Kentucky Children who were diagnosed with a chronic condition at an early age face…
NorthKey Community Care’s annual Ray of Hope virtual auction open now until Sept. 16
The Friends of NorthKey has announced the launch of the annual Ray of Hope virtual auction event. As the organization’s…
Ethan’s Purpose sets Ethan’s Stampede, raising funds for suicide prevention programs
Ethan’s Purpose has set its 5th annual 5k race, Ethan’s Stampede, for 9 a.m. September 21 at North Pointe Elementary…
More than 3,700 Kentucky veterans turned to 988 suicide and crisis lifeline this year
By Lisa Autry WKU Public Radio More than 16,000 Kentucky veterans struggling with their mental health have used the national 988…
Kentuckians access to mental health care lags; paying providers more would help, says report
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Kentuckians are far more likely to pay out of pocket for mental and behavioral health…
Survey finds 70 percent of parents are now more concerned about their child’s mental health
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Across the nation, 70% of parents say they’re now more concerned about their child’s…
NKY Chamber to explore mental health’s role in the workplace May 8 with ‘HR 100: It’s Okay. I’m Okay’
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) will host “HR 100: It’s Okay. I’m Okay,” on Wednesday, May 8…
Kentucky parents say access to reliable, affordable child care linked to better mental health
Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service More parents in Kentucky are switching jobs, delaying major purchases, cutting back on essential needs,…
Opinion – Mac Brown: CARR bill protects more than gun rights — it also protects the right to life
The problem with gun violence is not the gun, but rather the people who use a gun to inflict harm….
Boost your ‘happy hormones — nine simple ways to boost your mental health
By Amy McKeever National Geographic There’s no shortage of hacks for boosting your mental health. Some are tried and true:…
Opinion – Teri Carter: ‘Having a conversation is not an act of aggression,’ so let’s talk about gun control
Kentucky’s 2024 regular session opened with lawmakers insisting leadership consider rules changes to make the legislative process more transparent. Rep….
Addiction Recovery Care looks for a brighter future in ’24 for those struggling with substance use disorder
With the start of a new year, Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) is encouraging individuals struggling with substance use disorder (SUD)…
NKY Regional Youth Summit draws 200 students for discussion on suicide prevention, mental health
Over 200 middle and high school students from across 21 schools in Northern Kentucky attended the 2023 Northern Kentucky Regional…
Second annual NKY Regional Youth Summit at NKU: Empowering young mental health champions
The 2023 Northern Kentucky Regional Youth Summit on Suicide Prevention will be held Tuesday, Oct. 24 on the campus of…
Alissa Briggs: My child is struggling with mental health — where do I turn?
Child and adolescent mental health professionals will tell you that as the honeymoon period of the school year wanes and…
As more teens struggle with depression and anxiety, it’s important to know warning signs of distress
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Data from last year show a growing percentage of Kentucky children and teens report…