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A collection of mental health news and resources.

Mainstreaming meditation with '10% Happier' podcast host Dan Harris

MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with Dan Harris — former ABC News anchor, host of the podcast “10% Happier,” and self-proclaimed meditation skeptic about the mental health benefits of mindfulness. 
by Catharine Richert and Gabrielle Zuckerman

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Finding harmony and a home in the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus

Finding harmony and a home in the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus

For 45 years, the Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus has created a place to sing, belong and spread a little joy. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how music can heal and bring people together through hard times.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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How building community supports mental health

In times of stress, building community can support our mental health. MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with organizers Autumn Brown and adrienne maree brown about new communities forming in Minnesota — and how to stay connected even with people who see things very differently.
by Catharine Richert and Cari Dwyer

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Living through crisis: How to cope with grief, unrelenting stress and toxic positivity

Living through crisis: How to cope with grief, unrelenting stress and toxic positivity

Do you find yourself dealing with angry people, grief or toxic positivity right now? How are you doing when there is so much turmoil in Minnesota? MPR News talks with her guests about living through crisis.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Minnesota parents look for ways to help kids cope and process ICE trauma and chaos

Minnesota parents look for ways to help kids cope and process ICE trauma and chaos

As the Trump administration's immigration crackdown continues across Minnesota, parents are increasingly worried about what their children, even preschoolers, might be seeing and hearing, and the harm the chaos and trauma may do to their mental and emotional well-being.
by Hannah Yang

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Supporting youth mental health during uncertain times

Supporting youth mental health during uncertain times

Federal immigration enforcement is affecting families across Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what children, teenagers and young adults are experiencing — and how adults can support their mental health.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants

Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants

The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services. The cuts could total as much as $2 billion.
by Brian Mann

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