Mental Health

When a natural disaster strikes, children are often seen as some of the most vulnerable victims. But kids often help their families and neighbors in the wake of a wildfire or flood. And a CU researcher who studies this phenomenon says letting kids help with the response can help them emotionally and support their community.

Demand for counseling is pacing well above last year as communities empty, costs rise and work ebbs. “It feels like tension is really high.”

A position on the ski patrol is a dream job for many skiers. But the stress that comes with it can be serious. A ski patrol member might deal with a cranky guest one day and a badly injured skier the next. As a tough ski season winds down, we look at how ski patrollers cope with these challenges.

A decade ago, Fort Collins writer Becky Jensen was trapped in a cycle of depression. To escape, she took bold action by backpacking 500 miles across the state of Colorado. She details her journey – and how it helped her heal – today on In The NoCo.

Hot days and polluted air may be doing more than making people uncomfortable — they could also affect mental health. A new study from the University of Utah finds that short bursts of extreme heat, combined with certain types of air pollution, are linked to an increased risk of suicide.

Life with bipolar disorder or chronic depression can come with intense periods of sadness or despair. But these conditions might also come with some surprising advantages – including better social relationships and creative abilities. That’s according to new research from the University of Colorado. We dig into the possible “silver linings” of mood disorders.

The bills would make it illegal for AI to pose as a psychotherapist and deny insurance coverage without human judgment.

Winter can be a lonely time of year, especially in Colorado’s rural mountain communities. Some towns have few places to meet up. But a food pantry in Red Feather Lakes is becoming a community hub.

Winter’s long nights and cooler temperatures can bring on the winter blues – even in a mild winter like this one. But research finds that spending even 20 minutes a day outside can help. And keeping a nature journal is a great reminder to tune into your surroundings with all five senses.

The cost of feeding and caring for our pets has dramatically increased. That's hard to stomach with Colorado's high cost of living. But the guilt of not caring for these animals remains.