Mental Health

A collection of mental health news and resources.

February 1, 2022 4:37 PM

Heartbroken? There's a scientific reason why breaking up feels so rotten

Science writer Florence Williams experienced what felt like a brain injury when her husband left her after more than 25 years. Her new book is “Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey.”

by Terry Gross

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January 17, 2022 4:00 AM

In Rochester’s library, social worker helps those in need

From her corner office on the second floor of the Rochester Public Library, Allison Carpenter dispenses advice and useful information — not about books but about social services like food and housing support. Carpenter’s role is part of a growing trend that recognizes that libraries are more than just a place to read.

by Catharine Richert

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January 12, 2022 12:51 PM

A fundraiser for mental health justice featuring top Twin Cities chefs

An upcoming series of events called Graze 4 Good aims to raise money for mental health justice — by bringing attendees food from top Twin Cities chefs. An organizer and a chef told host Cathy Wurzer more about the project.

by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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January 10, 2022 4:00 PM

COVID takes a toll on college students

Almost two years into the pandemic, many college students are once again deferring a return to campus and taking courses online or living with restrictions on campus. Host Angela Davis talks about how the pandemic has impacted college students.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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January 9, 2022 8:00 AM

Britney Spears left her guardianship, but others who want independence remain stuck

If a judge rules a person can't make their own decisions, the next step can be a legal guardianship or conservatorship. Some states allow less-restrictive options, but advocates say it's not enough.

by Carter Barrett

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January 5, 2022 3:42 PM

When facing loss, embrace change and don't force closure, a therapist urges

Over the last two years, many have experienced a kind of ambiguous loss as we have lived with isolation and uncertainty in the pandemic. Author and therapist Pauline Boss explains how to move forward.

by Graison Dangor

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January 4, 2022 2:30 PM

How do we cope with a pandemic two years in?

Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic and a new variant — omicron this time — is upending our lives once again. Angela Davis talks with an infectious disease expert, a child psychologist and a psychologist who studies the way uncertainty affects our minds.

by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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January 3, 2022 12:13 PM

Tips for combating seasonal affective disorder

The dead of winter is the toughest time of year for people who are affected by seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. To talk about how to combat it, Dr. Sabine Schmid, a clinical psychologist at the University of Minnesota Medical School, stopped by Minnesota Now.

by Cathy Wurzer and Kelly Gordon

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December 30, 2021 6:00 PM

Healing in the new year: The full conversation

Your well-being is connected to the well-being of your loved ones and your whole community. How can you reset your mind and spirit to start the new year on the right footing? Three wise women share their practices and ideas for personal healing with host Cathy Wurzer in a funny, insightful conversation that will leave you with plenty of food for thought.

by Cathy Wurzer, Melissa Townsend and Alex Cheng

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December 30, 2021 2:49 PM

Healing in the new year: Setting intentions for 2022

This week, we’ve turned our attention to the transition from 2021 to 2022 in a series of conversations with a group of powerful women who are all coaches and healers. To wrap up the series Thursday, host Cathy Wurzer talked to her guests about setting intentions for 2022.

by Cathy Wurzer, Melissa Townsend and Alex Cheng

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