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When Grief Doesn’t Go Away

By | May 30, 2022 |

Photo illustration of a woman on a couch, gazing into the distance.

Known as prolonged grief disorder, a new diagnosis recognizes that long-lasting grief can lead to depression. But treatment is available.

Good Faith Network Targets Homelessness and Mental Health

By | May 29, 2022 |

Rabbi David Glickman of Congregation Beth Shalom tells a community gathering at the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection that “something better” than the current piecemeal ways of dealing with homelessness and mental health crises is possible in Johnson County.

Aa newly formed interfaith network of 20 congregations is focusing on addressing homelessness and mental health in Johnson County.

In Kansas City, Therapy Waitlists Leave Kids With Nowhere to Turn

By | May 25, 2022 |

Atticus said he's grateful to his therapist, Sindhu Fedosyuk, for helping him embrace coming out. He said one emotional moment was when she helped wash and style his hair. (Vicky Diaz-Camacho | Flatland)

Children have experienced higher rates of anxiety and depression in the past two years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). They are struggling to find the help they need.

Legislature Approves $40M for Latest UMKC Hospital Hill Project

By | May 16, 2022 |

By Kevin Collison UMKC is pursuing an $100 million healthcare education building at Hospital Hill, the latest proposed investment in an area of greater downtown that’s attracted more than a half billion dollars in new construction in recent years. Last week, the Missouri General Assembly authorized $40 million for a proposed building that would house…