Be Mindful: Mental health resources for local college students
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — Being a college student can be tough. A number of things can take a toll on a student’s mental health, from…
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Be Mindful: Journalist starts podcast to help self, others grieve loved ones killed in shootings
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Erika Mahoney talks about her dad, Kevin, whenever she gets the chance to do so. That includes answering…
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Be Mindful: Teens and mental health
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — California recently implemented a new law requiring school districts to place the 988 mental health crisis line on ID…
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Be Mindful: The mental toll cancer takes on patients and the help that’s available
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — In today’s Be Mindful segment: The impact of a cancer diagnosis on the mental health of patients. Walan Chang was…
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Be Mindful: The mental health benefits of running and exercise
Fresh off his run at the Big Sur International Marathon, KION’s Austin Castro talks about preparing for a marathon while also chatting about the…
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WATCH: Kweens’ Kounsel discusses doulas and Birthing Support in Monterey County
Monterey County Kweens’ Kounsel members visit Wake Up on KION News Channel 46 to discuss how important Doulas can be to the birthing process. Oxford…
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WATCH: Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month
Stephanie Alfaro with the Parenting Connection of Monterey County visits the News Channel 46 Studio to talk about Maternal Mental Health Awareness…
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Be Mindful: Neuro-divergence and ADHD in the brain
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — While most people have heard the term ‘neuro-divergence,’ many don’t really understand what it is. Cleveland…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Mindfulness
In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of calm can feel like a…
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 Be Mindful – Ohana – Time in Nature
Experience the transformative power of the outdoors! Learn how immersing yourself in nature can elevate your mood, alleviate anxiety, and enhance…
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Be Mindful: The health perks of meditation and sound healing
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — As many people know, meditation has significant health benefits, both mentally as well as physically. Quieting…
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BeMindful: Political anxiety and stress during the 2024 election season
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — According to the American Psychological Association (APA), election stress–especially in 2024–is a very real thing.…
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Inversions and the health benefits of going upside down
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Health professionals say that going upside down is beneficial for your health, even if just for a few minutes per day.…
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Balancing the neurotransmitters in the brain achieves better overall health
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Chemical functions in the brain, when balanced properly, helps to regulate a person’s hormones and mood,…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Self-Compassion
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and overlook the importance of compassion—especially for…
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The warning signs of suicide ideation in light of Suicide Prevention Month
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Suicide numbers for both adults and children are on the rise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Social Connection
Life gets busy, but nurturing our relationships is a…
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Mental health effects of going back to school
(KION-TV)- Kids are heading back to classrooms and getting ready for another school year. Along with getting to see some of their old friends, there…
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Be Mindful- Montage Health Therapy Dog Program
(KION-TV)- When people think of dogs, they usually see them as a close companion or a member of the family. Well, meet Lucy. Lucy and her human Kim…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Transition to College
As your teens enter college, they will experience increased independence and…
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How the heat can impact your mental health
(KION-TV)- With some areas of the central coast still dealing with high temperatures, what can it do to not only to your physical, but your mental…
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Santa Cruz County advances strategic health plan on children’s crisis center to enhance mental health services
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — A groundbreaking initiative is unfolding in Santa Cruz County. The first dedicated children’s crisis center will…
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Alisal Union School District receives $4.7 million to expand mental health services
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): The Alisal Union School District is expanding it’s mental health…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Relax and Recharge
Teens and children can highly benefit from relaxation and recharging. Ohana’s prevention team shares how we can help foster well-being and set…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Screen Time
Learn how screen time affect your mental…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Sleep
Be Mindful: For adults and children, getting the recommended amount of sleep is essential for our mental and physical health. For more information…
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MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Salinas Valley Health Doctor Erica Locke has been practicing medicine for 15 years and she has been seeing a…
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Be Mindful – Promote Your Child’s Mental Health
Promote your child’s mental health through proper…
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Be Mindful – Ohana – Helping our community build resilience
For more information on how to support the development of resiliency in youth, please visit…
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Be Mindful- Social Media’s Impact on Kids
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- In our latest installment in our Be Mindful series, we talked to a teenager who described how social media played a…
Continue ReadingBe Mindful: Coping with grief
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- It’s not easy to talk about death yet it’s a reality of life. Grief can be especially hard to cope…
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Montage Health unveils Ohana campus to help youth mental health patients
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Wednesday morning, Montage Health opened their Ohana Center where young people are provided a safe space to share what…
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Be Mindful: Addressing mental health challenges in Monterey County
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): Plenty of people stopped to get gas in Salinas on their way to visit their family for the holiday…
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Be Mindful – Local veteran shares struggles with PTSD
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- At KION we are committed to helping people address mental health issues and direct you to local resources. In our first…
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