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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

Last week leading experts in pediatric health declared a mental heath crisis among children. This is now being called a national emergency.

In this segment Tracy Sears explains how the pandemic has made things worse and how some local students are now drawing attention to mental health awareness among teens.
You Are Not Alone 10.27.21 Mental Health Crisis Among Teens
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

The pandemic along with the civil unrest we saw last year took a mental toll on a lot of people. That's especially true for those who worked around it. 

In this segment Tracy Sears shares the story of a colleague at CBS 6 and how she dealt with the anxiety and depression.
You Are Not Alone 10.13.21 "Don't Ever Give Up"
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

Slowing down and checking in with yourself. There are many ways you can practice mindfulness.

In this segment Tracy Sears introduces us to a few people that say yoga positively impacts their body's and their minds.
You Are Not Alone 9.29.21 Finding Inner Peace
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

After the September 11th attacks a young girl from New Jersey turned to a Virginia bereavement camp for children to help deal with her grief. Two decades later she's returning that love to thousands of other children.

In this segment Tracy Sears has her story.
You Are Not Alone 9.15.21 "It Gave Me My Life Back"
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

September is suicide prevention awareness month. 

In this segment Tracy Sears reports on a local woman using her platform to help others experiencing the same pain and conflict.
You Are Not Alone 9.1.21 Turning Pain Into Purpose
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

A new VCU poll shows nearly half of Virginians reported mental health problems due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

In this segment Tracy Sears reports the poll shows the minority population has been hit the hardest.
You Are Not Alone 8.18.21 COVID Causing Half Of Virginians To Struggle With Mental Health
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

Virginia State lawmakers are currently considering how to use billions of dollars in federal funds from the American Rescue Act.

In this segment Tracy Sears speaks with a mother who says she couldn't find help for her daughter until a judge stepped in.
You Are Not Alone 8.4.21 Virginia's Behavioral Health System
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

Some of the most special bonds can be between people and animals. 

In this segment Tracy Sears shows us how kittens are keeping senior citizens company.
You Are Not Alone 7.21.21 "It's Real Relaxing"
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

The COVID-19 virus took a huge toll on senior citizens with more severe complications, prolonged isolation and a higher death rate. Yet studies have also shown that seniors were among the most resilient in dealing with the pandemic.

In this segment Tracy Sears introduces you to a couple who proves just that.
You Are Not Alone 6.21.21 "We're All Back Together Again"
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

As COVID restrictions ease the idea of going back to the workplace can be intimidating; in fact mental health experts say many people are struggling as they try to adapt to a new normal.

In this segment Tracy Sears talks to a therapist to get some tips that can help you adjust.
You Are Not Alone 6.9.21 Returning To The Office
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

The goal of therapy is to open up, process your experiences and ultimately start healing. 

In this segment Tracy Sears profiles a one of a kind therapy that's gaining traction, thanks to a familiar face.
You Are Not Alone 5.26.21 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

An open conversation can help people cope with mental issues instead of feeling controlled by them. 

In this segment Tracy Sears introduces a mother and daughter who say they both found the power and healing in speaking up.
You Are Not Alone 5.12.21 "Struggling is ok"
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

There are endless resources available to help you take care of your mental health, but finding the right fit isn't always easy.

In this segment Tracy Sears profiles a local pastor who helps others try to figure it out.
You Are Not Alone 4.14.21 Getting connected to the right resources.
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

The Dogs on call program at VCU Medical Center was put on hold last year due to the pandemic, but is now coming back.

In this segment Tracy Sears reports a new study the program is about to take on.
You Are Not Alone 3.31.21 Dogs on call.
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

Even before the pandemic healthcare workers faced high rates of depression anxiety and post traumatic stress disorder, but over the past year those problems have grown. 

In this segment Tracy Sears speaks to a Charlottesville family of a doctor who was a tragic victim of a mental health struggles.
You Are Not Alone 3.17.21 "She had no known history of mental health"
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness each year one out of six children between the ages of 6 and 17 will be diagnosed with a mental health diagnosis.

In this segment Tracy Sears reports on the topic.
You Are Not Alone 3.3.21 Talking to children about mental health.
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

In the past year the pandemic has led to a 63% increase in the number of people dying from illegal drugs. 

In this segment Tracy Sears shares one mothers heartbreaking story.
You Are Not Alone 2.17.21 Pandemic causing spike in Virginia overdoses.
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

It's estimated that every minute of every single day a young person will attempt to take his or her own life. Here in Virginia according to the medical examiner over 200 young people have taken their lives in the past year. 

In this segment Tracy Sears interviews a family that's taking steps to prevent another family from experiencing this type of painful loss.
You Are Not Alone 2.3.21 "There's got to be some good that comes out of this tragedy"
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CBS 6 has teamed up with WHOA Behavioral Health for a new series "You Are Not Alone" that focuses on the mental health challenges many of us are facing during the pandemic. 

The number of reported cases of depression has grown due to the isolation and uncertainty. In this segment Tracy Sears introduces you to a local woman who struggled with this reality but is finding helpful ways to cope.
You Are Not Alone 1.19.21 "It's been an incredible challenge"
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