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Have you heard of the NOVA Center? They offer treatment to young people and families who are dealing with everything from psychosis to substance abuse. These professionals say they’re able to give the listening ear that young people need in situations like these. “Although their stressors may be different from an adult’s, they’re still stressors. […]

About ten percent of 9-1-1 calls across the country involve mental health situations. In a lot of cases, officers aren’t trained or equipped to safely handle those situations. Huntsville Police Department representatives say they’re taking some steps to try to equip officers to handle these calls the best way they can, and get people the […]

CULLMAN, Ala. – Winter is can be a stressful and depressing time for some people. The decreased sunlight, colder temperatures, dreary landscapes, holiday stress and increased time staying indoors all contribute to seasonal depression, and the isolation necessary this year to prevent the spread of COVID-19 has led to people experiencing this who have never done […]

A new study says people who’ve had coronavirus may have a higher risk of being diagnosed with anxiety or depression. WAAY 31 spoke with a mental health specialist on what people can do to stay healthy mentally. One therapist told us to avoid feeling depressed or super anxious, there are small things you can do to […]

Helping those struggling with their mental health will soon be easier. The CEO of WellStone Behavorial Health, who is overseeing the project, says this is a long time coming. “Kind of the main focus of the crisis diversion center is to divert folks away from the jail and divert them away from the emergency departments. […]

[MONTGOMERY, AL] On October 28, WellStone was officially selected as one of the three locations in Alabama to establish Alabama’s first 24/7 crisis diversion center in Huntsville. Development is scheduled to start at the beginning of next year. Governor Ivey made the announcement on Wednesday morning at a press conference in Montgomery. During the press […]

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. –  It hasn’t been an easy year and many people may have put their own health on the back burner. WellStone COO Chris Van Dyke says they actually saw a drop in calls during the pandemic even though, based on surveys, people say they were struggling with anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide, and […]

Snapchat, Bumble and TikTok may be apps your children use every day, but they are on a list of 15 apps parents need to be aware of for a reason. This information is according to a local attorney. For Jasmine Butler is the Children’s Division Director at the Nova Center, and she said checking your […]

Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Huntsville, Alabama for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 8 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more. Read more here. 

Odds are the coronavirus pandemic has impacted your mental health. From sending kids back to school to facing financial hardships, the pandemic has added many stressors to our lives. A recent report by the CDC found that 40% of adults in the U.S. are struggling with mental health issues due to the pandemic. To help manage […]