A Missouri Senate bill would create specialized courts focused on providing an alternative for certain criminal defendants who are suffering from a mental health disorder. The Missouri Senate gave initial approval Monday to the legislation sponsored by Sen. Rusty...
More than 200 mayors from across the U.S. are in Kansas City for the 92nd Annual United States Conference of Mayors Meeting that runs through Sunday. Several main subjects are on the agenda, including mental health, gun violence, homelessness, and the opioid crisis....
Missouri is considering ways to help with the mental health needs of children. Alisa Nelson talks to Department of Mental Health Director Valerie Huhn, who spoke to the Missouri Board of Education about the state of mental health among children.
Caring about your mental health at work can be key to creating a healthy work-life balance. However, it can often be overlooked. Karena Lorek, OSHA Area Director in Kansas City and founding member of the Suicide in Construction Taskforce, is here with Anthony Morabith...
The end of August means that school is back in session in Missouri and that’s a perfect time to schedule that back-to-school checkup for your child. On top of a physical exam and checking for routine immunizations, parents are also encouraged to get a mental health...
