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Lonely adults experience more than just the psychiatric toll — they also have an increased risk of heart disease, stroke and even premature death. In younger adults, it can cause inflammation and problems with the immune system. Dr. Gene Beresin joins GBH News to discuss how random acts of kindness can increase social connection and help combat loneliness

Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins joins WCVB to discuss Mother's Day.

A recent report from the U.S. Surgeon General issued a stark warning of a loneliness epidemic in America. Well before the COVID pandemic, Americans were experiencing loneliness, associated with an increase in heart disease, stroke and even premature death. Dr. Gene Beresin joined GBH News to discuss how we can address this public health crisis.

In recognition of Mental Health Month, MGB Health Plan met with Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins to discuss the importance of supporting today’s educators. Empowering teachers with mental health tools and resources can have a lasting impact on their students while also benefiting teachers’ well-being.

During COVID-19, teens experienced higher rates of suicide attempts. For Black youth, the mental health impact is still lingering. Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins discusses the surge in the number of young people seeking mental health services during the pandemic and advice on helping prevent suicide.

Dr. Gene Beresin joined WCVB to discuss stimulant drug abuse among students.

Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins joined WCVB to discuss why children perform TikTok challenge dares.

Children who witness domestic violence may become eligible for mental health counseling under a bill that cleared the Assembly last week. To discuss this proposed bill, Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins joined New Jersey Spotlight News.

Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins joined WCVB to discuss why more college students consider dropping out.