WVU researchers study social media's impact on mental health of teens
The WVU study found a few popular platforms can put some teens at higher risk for depression.
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The WVU study found a few popular platforms can put some teens at higher risk for depression.
Melissa Ghelarducci Hancock, a local divorce coach, is here to support you through the emotional process and help you navigate every obstacle from how to tell your kids, to who gets the house.
Former sports reporter Brandon Saho, now the host of the The Mental Game Podcast, stopped by to talk about why he created the podcast.
Dana Kirkpatrick, the owner and director of Calm Pittsburgh, joined the show to give us some tips on how to be present with our loved ones and not be distracted at home.
It's an unfortunate reality for many women: at the doctor's office or hospital, they voice concerns about their pain, only to be dismissed. Dr. Natalie Gentile with Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh joins us to talk about this "pain gap," which leads to women being underdiagnosed and under-treated.
When we turn 18, the government and society view us as adults, but do our minds always get the memo? A recent study may have found the answer to the difficult question, when can adolescents think like adults? We were joined by Pitt professor Beatriz Luna to talk about their findings.
We're learning more about the secrets of cults, as new documentaries are letting us look inside these tight-nit, and often bizarre, communities. We dug into what draws people in, and why they stay.
The holiday season is the perfect time to start practicing gratitude. It does take some work, but in the end, you'll reap the benefits. We're learning how to stay grateful with the Unqualified Therapists, Amy Baumgardner and Sarah Simone.
Dr. Natalie Gentile, with Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh, joined us for Wellness Wednesday to talk about how you can support someone in recovery with disordered eating.
KDKA's John Shumway is here to help.
If you are not feeling the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday, you are far from alone. The hype around the holiday paints a rosy picture of family and togetherness, but not everyone experiences it.
If you are not feeling the spirit of Thanksgiving or Christmas, you are far from alone. The hype around the holidays paints a rosy picture of togetherness, but not everyone experiences that. KDKA-TV's John Shumway has more.
Dana Kirkpatrick with Calm Pittsburgh joined the show to give us some tips on how to handle family estrangement during the holidays.
The new movie "Priscilla" follows the life of Elvis Presley's wife as she first meets and falls in love with the singer. It once again sparked the conversation about how old they were when they met. Elvis was 24 and Priscilla was 14. We had the president and CEO of Talk The New Sex Ed, Samantha Gerard, on to discuss this.
The "chill room" is a safe place for kids at Community School East.
Parents may balk at having a conversation about consent with their young children, but the concept can be taught at any age, and sex doesn't have to be part of the equation. The founder of the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, Stephanie Wijkstrom, was here to share how to talk with your kids about this.
Anna Przy joined Talk Pittsburgh and talked to us about why she started making these inspiring videos and what their goals are.
It's an event combining friendship, fitness and femininity. On Saturday, the Beauty Boost is bringing back the fitness sampler at the Maverick Hotel. We spoke to the owner of the Beauty Boost Pittsburgh, Michele Colella, and the founder of Allora Health and Wellness, Amanda Chirumbolo Miller.
This Wellness Wednesday, Dr. Natalie Gentile from Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh is sharing why you may want to think twice about taking medical advice on social media.
If left unchecked, it can impact your child's personal development and even breed resentment.
OCD and anxiety can intensify for expecting and new mothers. A specialized program hopes to help women understand what's causing those feelings and intrusive thoughts and help them manage their symptoms. Heather talks to a behavioral health therapist at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital and a program patient.
A TikTok creator went viral earlier this fall when she made a video explaining the "What About Me Effect" that we see in comments all over social media. It's essentially the tendency to make everything we see online about ourselves. The hosts of "Unqualified Therapists," Sarah Simone and Amy Baumgardner, are back to talk more about the concept.
Families are more spread out than ever and getting everyone together for a holiday can be difficult, expensive and stressful. Marlene Boas, life coach, was in studio to help you keep the focus on being grateful and how to make the most of your holiday.
KDKA's John Shumway is here with concerns some people are raising about the trend.
Dr. Natalie Gentile of Direct Care Physicians of Pittsburgh joined us for another wellness Wednesday about seasonal affective disorder.
The 84-year-old Robert Byrnes served as a chaplain for the Pennsylvania State Police and is facing multiple charges.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
Pittsburgh will continue to see warmer temperatures, but some thunderstorms are possible on Saturday.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on the Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered Friday to remember one of the victims.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
The 84-year-old Robert Byrnes served as a chaplain for the Pennsylvania State Police and is facing multiple charges.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
Pittsburgh will continue to see warmer temperatures, but some thunderstorms are possible on Saturday.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on the Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered Friday to remember one of the victims.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
Gambling addiction is impacting more young people, so much so that state lawmakers are calling it an epidemic.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
Residents heading to the polls in West Virginia's primary election now must present a valid photo ID in order to vote.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
If your current security system is just a dog and a basic lock, it might be time for an upgrade. East End Handyman Company's Patrick McLaren is back on PTL to show us how you can install a security camera.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is at the CCAC West campus and she's learning more about their annual car show!
Shari Zatman is back for another segment, this time, she's giving us the instructions on how to make a floral graduation cap!
Our friend, Shari Zatman of Perfectly Planned by Shari is here to help you get through graduation season by showing you how to plan the perfect party!
In a world of viral trends, Corrine has been proving that the old Hollywood glamour hasn't gone anyway, it just needed a refresh.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Workers at Butler Memorial Hospital say they're ready to walk off the job if hospital management doesn't come to terms with them.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Kyle Schwarber hit his majors-leading 19th and 20th home runs of the season and Philadelphia rallied past Pittsburgh 11-9 in 10 innings.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed 2026 first-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to a four-year contract.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have released their 2026 schedule.
Sidney Crosby is heading to Switzerland to represent his native Canada at the men's world hockey championships.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
The exhibit transforms historic industrial and historical paintings into a multi-projection animated experience.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
Luke Bryan's 2026 Farm Tour will make a stop at 1846 Farms.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Just over a week after a deadly crash on Pittsburgh's Fort Duquesne Bridge, community members gathered together Friday to remember one of the victims. KDKA-TV's Erika Stanish reports.
Getting kids excited about reading can be hard, but across the Pittsburgh area, teachers are increasingly finding a way with help from the Pittsburgh Penguins and U.S. Steel. KDKA-TV’s Ricky Sayer explains how.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
