Psychology

Commercial air travel might be the safest way to get around – yet millions of Americans have a fear of flying. With the summer travel season about to get underway, we sat down with an MSU Denver psychologist who specializes in helping people who are afraid to fly. She offered some strategies to help you or a loved one take that flight you’ve been fretting over.

It’s tough to confront uncomfortable emotions like anxiety or shame. A Denver artist has created a new exhibit that she hopes will encourage visitors to do just that – with the help of some giant, cuddly monsters she created entirely out of yarn. We hear about her exhibit at the Denver Art Museum – and the psychology behind it.

The term ‘self-care’ might conjure images of bubble baths and facials. But a new book by a Boulder author says self-care should be part of how we show up for our loved ones.

Patients in Colorado who suffer from conditions like anxiety and depression will soon have a new treatment option. They can take part in therapy sessions led by licensed providers... using psychedelic mushrooms. We hear how it works from a doctor who’s offered this type of therapy for years, today on In The NoCo.

Taking action against climate change can be difficult or impossible if despair is weighing you down. This is why environmental advocates say “climate hope” is so important. We hear more from Charlotte Lin, sustainability coordinator for the town of Avon, on today's In The NoCo.

Researchers found that the emotions people feel – or don’t feel – when learning about climate change impact their support of policies on the issue. The George Mason study specifically focused on guilt, sadness, anger, fear and hope.

Colorado and Idaho are joining a handful of other states in opting out of a long-running CDC survey that tracks teenagers' mental health.

On today’s episode of Colorado Edition, we hear some updates on Weld County’s favorite dinosaur. We also learn how rising temperatures are impacting species like the American pika and get insight into recovering and healing after leaving a cult.

On today’s episode of Colorado Edition, we revisit some of our favorite stories from the last few months. We learn how this summer’s Olympic games highlighted the mental health struggles of professional athletes, and learn about the formative voices that helped shape the sound NPR.

Although so many Coloradans have been looking forward to a return to in-person life, being around people for the first time in awhile can bring challenges.