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Depression rates are up. Here's what a psychiatrist recommends
Get back to basics like sleep, exercise and healthy food. As more Americans report dealing with depression, psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner told News4’s Eun Yang his recommendations.
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DC Teacher's Mission to Reduce Stress
One DC teacher is on a mission to teach kids how to manage stress and support good mental health. News4’s Dominique Moody reports.
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Inova Health System Screening Patients for Depression Before Appointments
A hospital system in Virginia now screens patients for depression when they visit the doctor. It’s a simple questionnaire patients fill out before the appointment. “This allows us to have early detection and follow up for depression, which impacts our lives and saves lives, too,” Inova Behavioral Health Services President Dr. Linda Lang said. Every patient starts by answering...
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INOVA Hospital System Screening for Mental Health
The new system allows the hospital system to have early detection and follow-up for depression. News4’s Eun Yang reports.
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Arlington Opens 24-Hour Crisis Intervention Center
Arlington County is expanding the services it provides to people experiencing a mental health crisis. Northern Virginia Bureau Reporter Drew Wilder takes a look.
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‘Makes Me Feel Hopeful': Mom Organizes 1st Suicide Prevention Walk at Bowie State University
After her son’s death, a Maryland mother organized Bowie State University’s first suicide prevention walk. News4 community reporter Molette Green speaks with Janis Willard-Robinson, mother of Justice LaFayette Robinson, about her mission to save lives.
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Loneliness Epidemic: How to Strengthen Your Relationships, According to a Psychiatrist
If you feel lonely, you’re not alone: Half of U.S. adults report feeling lonely, and the numbers are highest among young people. News4’s Eun Yang talks with psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner about why loneliness is considered dangerous to health — and how to deal with it.
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Prince William Co. Creating Facility for Mental Health Crises
Prince William County is developing a first-in-Virginia crisis receiving center to increase immediate access to mental health and substance abuse care.
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Prince William County Creating Center for People in Mental Health Crises
Prince William County is developing a crisis receiving center to boost immediate access to mental health and substance abuse care. Northern Virginia Bureau Reporter Drew Wilder shows why people desperate for care are eager for this new resource.
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‘Count Your Joys' Exhibit in Arlington Aims to Create Positive Space
What brings you joy? Arlington artist Heloisa Escudero created an installation that allows people to initiate positive thoughts by answering this simple question.
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Mental Health Advocates, ACLU Call on DC to Add Resources For People in Crisis
Mental health advocates and members of the American Civil Liberties Union gathered in D.C. on Wednesday with a simple message: the District needs to change how it responds to people in mental health crisis.
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Mental Health Advocates Call on DC Leaders to Add Resources for Those in Crisis
The advocates gathered on the steps of the Wilson building to raise awareness of how D.C. responds to those in mental health crisis. News4’s Mark Segraves reports.
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OCD Might Show Up in Ways You Might Not Expect
Dr. Joshua Weiner shares some less-common symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder and how it is treated.
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‘Unleash These Chains': Black, Brown Men to Tackle Mental Health at DC Conference
The Generation DMV conference is bringing Black and brown men together to relieve the stigma around discussing mental health. News4’s Molette Green shares why it’s important. Learn more at www.generationdmv.com/events
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What's Behind the Adderall Shortage?
Dr. Joshua Weiner explains what’s causing the shortage of ADHD medications.
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Exploring the Benefits of Light Exposure on Mood, Energy
Dr. Joshua Weiner says that bright light therapy or spending more time outside during particular times of the day can offer major boosts for mental health.
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Art Exhibit Displays Emotions of Students With Special Needs
A school in Prince George’s County created a special art exhibit to help students process their emotions. News4’s Aimee Cho reports.
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Binge Eating Disorder Three Times More Common Than Anorexia, Bulimia Combined
Dr. Joshua Weiner explains binge-eating disorder and discusses treatment options.