Getting weird to combat Seasonal Depression There’s a lot of mental health advice out there about how to deal with seasonal depression. But John Moe says there’s probably something unexpected, maybe even weird, that can help just as much as a sun lamp or Vitamin D pills. John is the host of the podcast Depresh Mode. Today, he explains how to find your own offbeat solution to Seasonal Depression. Clare McGrane Play AudioListen 17 mins
Pilots say they're afraid to seek mental health care. The FAA says it's listening At a summit on mental health in aviation, pilots and safety experts urged regulators to reform rules that discourage people from seeking treatment because they're afraid of losing clearance to fly. Joel Rose
Surviving the Big Dark with laughter The Big Dark is upon us again as daylight grows scarcer in Seattle. Between seasonal affective disorder and the impending holidays, it can be a tough time of year for our mental health. Today, we’re looking at comedy as a coping mechanism during these dark, cold months. Seattle comedian Chris Mejia will tell us how he incorporates his depression into his work, and UW professor Tabitha Kirkland will explain why laughter helps our bodies and minds stay healthy. Patricia Murphy Play AudioListen 19 mins
First Lady Rosalynn Carter's legacy on mental health boils down to one word: Hope The former first lady fought with persistence to put care for mental and physical health on equal footing and to eliminate discrimination toward people with mental illnesses. Christine Herman Play AudioListen 5 mins
The Cozy Episode Ahem! Put down The Worst Holiday Meat™ and take a big swig of eggnog--It's Cozygiving! Lindy West
Rosalynn Carter left a legacy of mental health journalism, including at KUOW The late Rosalynn Carter was a fierce advocate for mental health. A program she founded at the Carter Center provides resources and support to help journalists improve their coverage of mental health and mental illnesses. KUOW's Deborah Wang and Liz Jones were two of the program's fellows. Deborah Wang
Seattle students push city to boost mental health funding in schools The Seattle City Council is set to approve it's 2024 budget this week, and students are hopeful it'll include $20 million to expand mental health resources in schools across the city. Sami West
Should Seattle expand involuntary commitment for mental health and addiction? A controversial policy known as “involuntary commitment” for people struggling with severe untreated mental health or addiction issues could be on the table next year in Seattle. David Hyde
When a pilot needs mental health care Depression and anxiety are pretty common. They're also very treatable, but workers can be afraid to speak up because having a mental health condition can mean time off the job. Last week a pilot who experienced a mental health crisis aboard a Horizon Air flight allegedly tried to cut the engines. Jonathan Levinson with Oregon Public Broadcasting is here to talk about why pilots might not want to share that they’re struggling. Jennie Cecil Moore Play AudioListen 14 mins
In wake of Alaska's mid-air scare, researcher cites mental health gaps for commercial pilots Dr. William Hoffman seeks to combat misinformation. “You absolutely can be an airline pilot and be on an SSRI. You can absolutely be an airline pilot and have spoken to a therapist.” Kim Malcolm Play AudioListen 6 mins
