SUMMARY: The holiday season can significantly impact mental health, causing added stress for many. WKRG News 5’s Christina J. Harris speaks with Dr. Lisa Williams from Ivy Leaf Counseling Services, who notes that feelings of loneliness and untreated depression often worsen during this time. To help cope, Dr. Williams suggests grounding techniques, establishing a routine that includes physical activity, and building a support system. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space and encourages reaching out for help. Dr. Williams also highlights the availability of the National Crisis Lifeline (988) for those needing support.

The holiday season can be a time to celebrate, but it can also take a toll on a person’s mental health.
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SUMMARY: New funding efforts in South Alabama aim to combat domestic violence with a nearly $330,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Three organizations, including Penelope House, Lifelines Family Counseling Center, and Baldwin Family Violence Shelter, will utilize this funding to raise awareness and educate the community, particularly schools, about healthy versus unhealthy relationships. In 2023, Mobile recorded over 3,000 domestic violence assaults and eight homicides, highlighting the urgent need for preventative measures. The initiative focuses on teaching young people about relationship boundaries and available resources to support victims.

A grant of nearly $329000 will be going towards prevention of domestic violence, for three local organizations that serve victims in …

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SUMMARY: A man was shot dead in an ambush at the Park at Wood Station Apartments just before 4 PM. Police found the victim inside his car, where he was reportedly targeted by multiple shooters, with 15 to 20 shots fired. He was visiting a resident of the apartment complex at the time. No arrests have been made, and investigators are seeking information from the public, emphasizing the importance of home surveillance footage. The incident is particularly tragic as it occurs just before the Thanksgiving holiday, leaving the victim’s family to mourn during a difficult time.

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