Newton woman teaching others to knit after it improved her mental health
For one Massachusetts woman, picking up a pair of knitting needles has helped her mental health. Now she's helping others do the same.
For one Massachusetts woman, picking up a pair of knitting needles has helped her mental health. Now she's helping others do the same.
Teenagers are experiencing higher rates of depression than ever before, but a simple smartphone app could help treat a common symptom.
Teens at Norton High School are breaking down stigmas and supporting each other through the Green Bandana Project during Mental Health Awareness Month.
New data from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health shows more people are having gambling problems, especially with sports betting.
Trying to be a "perfect" parent could be detrimental to both parents and children.
Yellow Tulip Project ambassadors in Plymouth Community Intermediate School are on a mission to destigmatize mental health care and people are noticing.
A Boston College professor thinks a rise in teen suicide, anxiety and depression are linked to limits on kids' freedom.
A Massachusetts congressman has co-sponsored a bill that could lead to a ban on the popular social media app TikTok, something that several Boston-based influencers rely on for income.
Could doing daily affirmations boost your mental health? A new study out of California says yes.
New research finds that doing yoga could provide many more physical and mental health benefits than previously thought.
Massachusetts is one of only three states in the country that does not have Assisted Outpatient Treatment on the books.
A special type of treatment could help teenagers who suffer from depression and it does not involve medication.
Doing a certain type of yoga may be especially good for your mental well-being.
Researchers found that running twice a week may improve depression.
The BRYT program has helped hundreds of students transition back to school after an extended mental health absence.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is offering Boston residents free unlimited, two-hour Adventure Passes on Bluebikes on Sundays in May
An innovative program in Arlington is embedding mental health professionals with the police department.
Young adults from communities that do not accept them for who they are have found a home in Provincetown.
Each year BPS trains more than 40 school psychologists, 50 social workers and more than 20 school counselors.
What you eat is critical for avoiding diseases like diabetes and heart disease. But it could also impact your mental health.
There are several organizations available to help.
Noah Dhaliwal is using the beloved playground game of kickball to fight back against teen suicide.
According to new CDC data, teen visits to the ER for mental health conditions declined between 2021 and 2022.
Many of our kids are stressed these days, but sometimes parents can make an anxious child feel even more anxious. Dr. Mallika Marshall has tips on what parents can do to make kids feel better and not worse.
A new study finds that learning how to forgive may bring us all some peace of mind.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
President Biden is visiting New Hampshire on Tuesday to tout his health care achievements and put focus on his policy legacy.
Runway for Recovery provides help to families battling breast cancer. Their annual fashion show is October 25 in Boston.
Using artificial intelligence, a doctor at Brigham and Women's Hospital has developed a tool that identifies patients at risk for intimate partner violence.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
In this week's At the Clinic with Dr. Mallika, she explains what charley horses are and how to treat them.
A fire at St. Mary's Catholic church in Franklin was intentionally set, investigators said Thursday.
The drought in Massachusetts could be a sign that there might be significantly less snow coming this winter
Early voting in Election 2024 is off to a strong start in Massachusetts.
A Boston city councilor is calling for more resources to be put into the Common area, following increasing reports of drug use and criminal activity.
Meta is set to launch a new plan using facial recognition technology to prevent online scams at the start of next year.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
President Biden is visiting New Hampshire on Tuesday to tout his health care achievements and put focus on his policy legacy.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
A Plymouth man says that fraudsters tried to steal his home out from under him, just one week after WBZ's I-Team reported on a similar scam in Concord.
In the wake of Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death following a boxing training exercise with the Massachusetts State Police, the I-Team uncovered a similar case decades ago where a recruit died after excessive police training.
Relief may be on the way for hundreds of drivers in Massachusetts, who lost their commercial driver's licenses due to violations from decades ago.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Do Massachusetts Democrats believe Ed Markey should step aside for a younger voice in the U.S. Senate? Chairman Steve Kerrigan weighs in.
Senator Elizabeth Warren and her challenger John Deaton went head-to-head in a debate held at the WBZ studios.
Senator Elizabeth Warren and Republican challenger John Deaton met in their first debate hosted by WBZ-TV.
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and her Republican challenger John Deaton will face off in a debate on October 15.
Meta is set to launch a new plan using facial recognition technology to prevent online scams at the start of next year.
The owner of the New Hampshire coffee shop believes it will cost them more than a million dollars to move and buy another property.
An old Christmas Tree Shops location in Massachusetts will be turned into a "Spirit Christmas" store.
Parlee Farms in Tyngsboro made Newsweek's list of the best apple picking spots in the United States.
Toy and game maker Hasbro is looking at moving its headquarters from Rhode Island to downtown Boston, according to a new report.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
The Dallas Stars handed the Boston Bruins their third straight loss, 5-2 on Thursday night.
Jayson Tatum had 25 points and 11 rebounds in 29 minutes, and the Boston Celtics cruised to a 122-102 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night.
The Patriots have lost six straight and understand that before they can fix things on the field, they need to get the locker room in order.
While Jim Montgomery has come under fire his heated exchange with Brad Marchand, the Bruin captain took no issue with his head coach and was happy to be called out for his costly turnover.
After being called soft by their head coach, will the Patriots toughen up this weekend against the New York Jets?
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.
The northern lights have been very active in 2024. An expert explains why it could continue for months to come.
A treasure hunt that spanned much of the northeast before being narrowed to Massachusetts has turned up gold.
The giant flying Joro spider was nowhere to be found in Boston on Thursday.
A Joro spider has made it to Massachusetts. The giant, venomous arachnid was spotted in Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood.