Cow-hugging is the new animal therapy trend we all need

While therapy animals are not a new concept, hugging cows in the name of wellness is gaining popularity not just in its origin country, but in the U.S. as well.

NAMI organization shining a light on mental illness with virtual walk Saturday

The National Alliance on Mental Illness is working to help so many who are struggling, working to end the stigma and shame associated with mental illness. 

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Week
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With stress and anxiety on the rise in the pandemic, concerns have grown about suicide during an incredibly difficult time. While the awareness campaign's traditional walk has been disrupted, a virtual one is still planned. Learn more at afsp.org/miexperience

Mental health issues are on the rise amid pandemic, but federal help is on the way

Suicide help lines are flooded too. Stabenow says it is critical that money hits the ground.  But we have to do something that has been a challenge even before COVID-19. Squash the stigma around getting help. 

U-M study shows many of us are struggling to cope with COVID-19 fear, isolation

The University of Michigan launched a two-week study March 24th asking 562 adults across the country how they're coping with COVID-19. The questions were about anxiety, depression, relationships and parenting.

Community Care Services offer mental health help to hospitality workers hit hard by shutdown

"It's fragile industry anyway," said O'Connor. "It is hard working, long hours, demanding, there are a lot of folks with mental health issues or substance abuse issues as a lot of us do anyway."

Hotline available for emotional support during COVID-19 pandemic

Michigan officials are directing residents to a national hotline for help if they are struggling with the mental and emotional toll of COVID-19.

Social distancing side effect is isolation, here's how to cope

For people who were already struggling with mental health issues, sheltering in place can leave people alone and in turn - lead them down dark paths. 

Charlamagne talks mental wealth and shares his take on Detroit

FOX 2 spoke with Charlamagne at Inception Detroit a 21st Century Mental Health Gym and wellness spa in Farmington Hills.