Amy Slanchik

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In today’s Health Matters with TSET, Amy Slanchik sits down with a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Parkside Psychiatric Hospital & Clinic to ask a few questions. AMY: Dr. Sharp, what is the number one issue you and your colleagues here at Parkside see every day, and what are you doing to combat it?

1 month ago | news9.com | Amy Slanchik

Two biologists at Oklahoma State University said nearly $3 million in federal funding was cut for a research program designed to help the next generation of scientists. Hundreds of other university researchers said their National Science Foundation funding was canceled to comply with President Donald Trump’s directives to end support of research on diversity, equity and inclusion.

1 month ago | news9.com | Amy Slanchik

Experts say getting outside can do wonders for your mental health, and one way to help you commit to more outdoor time, is to start a garden. In today's Health Matters with TSET, Amy Slanchik explains the benefits. Connecting with nature can begin in your own backyard. "When I'm gardening, everything else kind of melts away,” Rebekah Stephenson said. Being in the fresh air, taking time to notice little critters, and putting energy into helping something grow can all help you be present.

1 month ago | news9.com | Amy Slanchik

Regular exercise is crucial for many patients with Parkinson's, a neurological disease that affects movement and speech. In today's Health Matters with TSET, Amy Slanchik learns how yoga is helping some patients. Rhythm is a big part of Jeff Graham's life. He's been playing guitar for about 40 years. And a few years ago, he said, it was the music that told him something wasn't right. "I was like, I'm not making chords that I've known since I was 12 years old,” Graham said.

2 months ago | news9.com | Amy Slanchik

Some people may grow their own fruits and veggies so they know where their food comes from, to save money, or to get outside and stay active. If you're new to gardening, right now is a great time to get something in the ground. In today's Health Matters with TSET, Amy Slanchik shows us some tips for beginners. Backyard BloomsThe Stephenson’s backyard in Bartlesville is full of springtime blooms. They’ve got apples, plums, flowers, and trees growing. It's not just a garden, but an oasis.