Health Nov 25 Researcher explains connection between ultra-processed foods and depression By Ali Rogin, Andrew Corkery
Health Jan 08 Watch 5:32 Why Americans are lonelier and its effects on our health According to U.S. Census Bureau surveys, Americans have been spending less time with friends and more time alone since before the pandemic, which has only intensified the sense of social isolation. Laurie Santos, a cognitive scientist and psychology professor at…
Health Oct 22 Watch 8:19 Millions of kids are struggling with anxiety. How is it being treated? A national panel of health experts is recommending for the first time that children ages 8 and up be screened for anxiety — an issue that the pandemic has put a spotlight on. Dr. Lee Beers, former president of the… By Andrew Corkery, Kaisha Young, Claire Mufson
Health Mar 15 Watch 10:02 Americans describe the momentous mental health toll of the pandemic Two years into the pandemic, concerns about COVID-19's impact on mental health continue to grow. We spoke to people across the country about their particular struggles and the work being done to help others suffering during the pandemic. And Dr. By Courtney Norris
Health Jun 02 Watch 6:24 The ‘trauma’ of the pandemic and how reopening is driving adolescent anxiety, suicide According to one large hospital system in Colorado, the pandemic's emotional toll on kids has become a “state of emergency," with adolescents experiencing high rates of anxiety, depression and self-harm. Suicide is now the leading cause of death for children… By William Brangham
Jul 02 Watch Virginia Tech Case Reveals Flaws in Mental Health System The investigation into the Virginia Tech shootings revealed weaknesses in screening and handling of mental illness. Health correspondent Susan Dentzer reports on deficiencies in the system and what is being done to address them. Continue watching