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Youth suicide rate lower than projected after launch of 988 suicide hotline, study shows

Youth suicide rate lower than projected after launch of 988 suicide hotline, study shows

A new study from the Journal of the American Medical Association finds youth suicide rates fell below expectations after the launch of the 988 lifeline, raising hope about expanded mental health support. The director of a 988 call center reflected on the impact of easy access to mental health support with MPR News host Nina Moini.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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Grooming and child abuse: 6 questions, answered

Grooming and child abuse: 6 questions, answered

Experts say it’s exceedingly difficult to recognize grooming while it’s happening. But there are steps institutions can take to prevent grooming and child abuse at schools and childcare centers
by Angela Davis, Elizabeth Shockman and Cari Dwyer

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Understanding addiction and recovery

Understanding addiction and recovery

MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how some people who have lived with addiction support others in recovery.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Behind the scenes with 911 call takers and dispatchers

Behind the scenes with 911 call takers and dispatchers

Every 911 call starts with a voice on the other end. MPR News host Angela Davis goes behind the scenes with 911 dispatchers and call takers — the voices that connect callers to lifesaving help.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Power Pair: A college president and a relationship researcher on what makes a happy marriage

Power Pair: A college president and a relationship researcher on what makes a happy marriage

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her next Power Pair, married couple Brian Bruess and Carol Bruess. He is the president of the College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University. She is a nationally known researcher on relationships and communication.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Family of man killed at St. Peter psychiatric hospital sues state

Family of man killed at St. Peter psychiatric hospital sues state

The brother of a man killed at a state psychiatric hospital by a fellow patient alleges in a lawsuit filed Monday that staff ignored warning signs and allowed the alleged killer to play a violent video game in violation of hospital rules shortly before the attack.
by Matt Sepic

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How unemployment affects our mental health

How unemployment affects our mental health

It’s a tough moment in the job market right now. Layoffs are happening across industries and finding a job isn’t easy. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a researcher and a therapist about how unemployment affects our mental health.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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As winters warm, Minnesotans grapple with climate grief

As winters warm, Minnesotans grapple with climate grief

Winters in Minnesota are warming faster than any other season. That’s jeopardizing seasonal traditions in the state — and mental health experts say that takes a toll on mental health.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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The gamble with sports betting and prediction markets

From online sports betting to so-called prediction markets, it’s never been easier to gamble. MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about the problems with this new age of gambling and who it’s impacting the most.    
by Catharine Richert and Aron Woldeslassie

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Mental health providers are stressed and anxious, too

Mental health providers are stressed and anxious, too

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with mental health providers about how therapists are coping with stress and burnout, and how all of us can take care of ourselves in difficult times.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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