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Monday, February 18, 2013  A new study has found teaching parents to switch channels from violent shows to educational TV can improve preschoolers' behavior, even without getting them to watch less.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  A new photo app is creating a lot of buzz and some controversy. It's quickly gaining a reputation for being the new sexting app and many people are learning that, while they think their photos are private, they may not be.

Monday, January 21, 2013  Could the reporting requirement for mental health providers in the NY Safe Act deter patients from seeking help?

Friday, January 18, 2013  Licensed Massage Therapist, Terri LeMay, weighs in on what's appropiate and what's inappropiate when getting and giving a massage.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  The brother of a mentally ill man who was killed in a confrontation with police in Syracuse last year says the mental health system is broken and a local expert fully agrees.

Thursday, October 04, 2012  The Syracuse Behavioral Healthcare Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Clinic at Learbury Centre celebrated its grand opening Thursday.

Monday, September 03, 2012  Children as young as 4 years old are being allowed to take drugs for ADHD and other behavioral problems. But some parents would prefer a drug-free alternative.

Sunday, July 15, 2012  Steven Centore, 26, of Augusta Solsville Rd in Oriskany Falls was arrested twice in four days, both times displaying behavior consistent with the use of the synthetic drug bath salts.

Monday, July 02, 2012  As the reports of central new yorkers under the influence of synthetic drugs like bath salts continue to increase, local medical centers are feeling both the hazards and the personnel strain of the drug abusers.

Monday, July 02, 2012  Police responded to three bizarre "bath salts" incidents over the weekend involving a woman screaming while running naked through traffic, a man who thought he was having a heart attack, and a man on a roof.

Monday, June 25, 2012  A synthetic drug known as "bath salts" is being blamed for three incidents of bizarre behavior over the weekend in Utica.

Friday, March 23, 2012  Syracuse Behavioral Healthcare is planning a major renovation project that will likely bring new services and jobs to Central New York.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  Several hundred homes and businesses were without power this morning on the north side of Syracuse.

Monday, January 30, 2012  When your child utters his or her first word, it is a magical moment for many parents. Have you ever wondered how they learn to speak?

Wednesday, November 02, 2011  New York soon will require insurers to cover screening, diagnosis and treatment for autism spectrum disorders, which will increase premiums for all individuals and businesses.