Mental Health and Addiction - Videos

Dealing With Your Partner's Depression

Many Americans struggle with depression. How do couples cope when one person in the relationship has the blues and the other one starts to take it personally?

Horse Riding Can Be Therapeutic for Children with Special Needs

Horse riding can be theraputic for children with special needs.

Some Medication Linked to Driving Accidents

Certain anti-anxiety drugs and sleeping pills may play a role in auto accidents.

Social Deprivation During Childhood May Create Social Problems in Adults

Children who are isolated or severely neglected have long term social and cognitive problems as adults.

Special Camp Helps Kids Cope with Grief

Children attend grief camp to learn how to cope with trauma or other experiences.

New Advice for Parents Dealing with Child Trauma

A specialist weighs in on how to deal with your kids' trauma.

Helping Kids Cope with Tragedy

The tragic school shooting in Connecticut still weighs heavily on our minds and hearts, even if we didn't have any personal involvement. It's especially true for children - who may be feeling scared after hearing the awful news.

Children with PTSD Can Benefit from Psychological Therapy

Children who suffer from a post-traumatic stress disorder can benefit from psychological therapy.

Psychologists Weigh in on Dealing with Gun Tragedy

Psychologists weigh in on the dealing with gun violence tragedies.

Dryathlon Explained

Have you heard of the Dryathlon but are unsure what it entails? Watch to find out what it is and how it raises money for Cancer Research UK.

The Truth Behind Testosterone Injections

Testosterone injections have hit London's banking district! Find out about these hormone shots by watching the following video.

Two Studies Show the Dangers of Mixing Alcohol and Caffeine

Two recent studies highlight the dangers of combining energy drinks with caffeine or alcohol.

Father- Unborn Child Connection

Can the mental health of a dad-to-be affect his unborn baby?

Diet Soda Linked to Depression

A new study links sweetened drinks, especially diet drinks, to an increased risk of depression.

How To Control Your "Killer Emotions"

Do you have a history of self sabotage? It is an emotional component of your life that you are having a trouble managing. A new book is her to help you control your "Killer Emotions."

The Risks of Smoking for Women

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork and Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall, chief medical officer of Pfizer, discuss the specific risks women face when it comes to smoking.

The Scariest Thing About Post-Partum Depression

Brooke Shields opens up about her battle with Post-Partum depression and unpacks the ways in which it affects people and the treatment for it. Part of the series Mondays With Marlo on MarloThomas.com

The Medical Side Effects of Jessica's Heroin Addiction

After checking into Benchmark Recovery Center for an addiction to heroin, 22-year-old Jessica had blood tests performed to assess her state of health. E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork reveals to Jessica that her preliminary medical tests show exposure to hepatitis C, a viral disease that causes liver inflammation.

Jessica's Road to Recovery

With the help of mother and son interventionists of Vital Intervention Professionals (VIP) Recovery, Debbie and Brandon Knauss, and Benchmark Recovery Center, 22-year-old daughter Jessica is undergoing detox treatment for an addiction to heroin. See how she is doing after accepting help.

The Psychological Effects of Heroine Addiction

Clinical health psychologist Colleen Long explains how drug abuse can affect an entire family dynamic. Learn how families can help a recovering addict.

Jessica's Toxic Drug Addiction

Hear Jessica's story of addiction and loss, and why her family is concerned for her life.

Jessica's Intervention Aftermath

Dondus' 23-year-old daughter recently died because of complications related to heroin addiction. Her 22-year-old daughter, Jessica, is also battling drug addiction. Mother and son interventionists of Vital Intervention Professionals (VIP) Recovery, Debbie and Brandon Knauss, helped Jessica's family stage an intervention. Find out if Jessica is willing to accept help and travel to a treatment center.

How Heroin Affects the Body

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains the history of heroin in the U.S., how it affects the body and why the opiate is so addictive.

Confronting an Addict in an Intervention

Dondus' 23-year-old daughter recently died because of complications related to heroin addiction. Her 22-year-old daughter, Jessica, is also battling drug addiction. Mother and son interventionists of Vital Intervention Professionals (VIP) Recovery, Debbie and Brandon Knauss, help Jessica's family stage an intervention. Watch what happens when Jessica's family confronts her, face-to-face, about her drug abuse.

Preparing For a Drug Intervention

Dondus' 23-year-old daughter recently died because of complications related to heroin addiction. Her 22-year-old daughter, Jessica, is also battling drug addiction. Mother and son interventionists of Vital Intervention Professionals (VIP) Recovery, Debbie and Brandon Knauss, help Jessica's family stage an intervention. Watch as Debbie and Brandon help the family prepare.

Pain Medication Addiction in Society

Israel C. (Izzy) Kalman, MS Nationally Certified School Psychologist Master of Science in Clinical Psychology, 1978, Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital Philadelphia Author : Bullies to Buddies: How to turn your enemies into friends & How to Stop Being Teased and Bullied Without Really Trying

Forced Merriment

Full Segment: For some the holidays bring feelings of joy and togetherness, but for others they can bring anxiety, stress and depression. What's the best way to deal with it?

The Rise of PTSD in Women and Women War Veterans

Research shows women are twice more likely to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder than men. It not only messes with the mind, it can hurt your health. Now, one woman is talking about her struggle to help others.

Too Stoned To Drive?

Full Segment: Colorado lawmakers struggle to define what's too high to drive. Marijuana's intoxication measurement levels become a contested debate.

Hard To Help

Full Segment: Our country is unequipped to help families who have mentally ill children. How can we change the way that we treat these children and how we support their families?
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