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Jennifer M. Torres

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Covers:  Mental health touches every corner of our lives. It’s something many of us struggle with quietly, and it’s rarely talked about openly, or often enough. I want to help change that.
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Mental Health Reporter for FLORIDA TODAY, part of the USA TODAY network

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Meet your new mental health reporter: Let's start the conversation

Meet your new mental health reporter: Let's start the conversation

Mental health matters, and so do your stories. Together, let's break the silence and start the conversation.

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Where to turn for urgent mental health care in Brevard. Help is available

Where to turn for urgent mental health care in Brevard. Help is available

From grief to overwhelming anxiety, same-day mental health help is available in Brevard County. Here's where …

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Company accused of selling COVID-19 vaccines to rich gets $2M from Florida for Holocaust educatio...

Company accused of selling COVID-19 vaccines to rich gets $2M from Florida for Holocaust educatio...

Florida's $2 million allotment to MorseLife Health System in West Palm Beach raises questions amid previous a…

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Timeline of a tragic turn: Burned body believed to be Florida woman who was carjacked, kidnapped

Timeline of a tragic turn: Burned body believed to be Florida woman who was carjacked, kidnapped

Investigators are counting on the chronology of events surrounding a perplexing carjacking to shed light on t…

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What happens if you're caught with marijuana on a cruise ship?

What happens if you're caught with marijuana on a cruise ship?

Thinking of bringing cannabis on your cruise? Discover the surprising consequences that could turn your dream…

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Mystery of a Florida woman's kidnapping deepens with deputy's arrest and another murder

Mystery of a Florida woman's kidnapping deepens with deputy's arrest and another murder

Amid the ongoing investigation into the abduction of a Florida woman, new details emerge.

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Purpose at 90: How helping others may help you age better

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By Jennifer M. Torres 
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June 8, 2026, 5:04 a.m. ET Social isolation is a significant threat to seniors' health, potentially leading to depression. Volunteering can provide a sense of purpose and help decrease cognitive decline in older adults. Experts recommend staying physically active and trying new activities to enhance cognitive stimulation. If healthy aging had a spokesperson, Margaret Van Bever of Suntree might be a strong contender.
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Healing hearts one pony ride at a time at 'Picnic with Ponies' event

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By Jennifer M. Torres 
| Florida Today
The NorthStar Children’s Grief Program offers free, year-round support for children and families coping with loss. A "Picnic with Ponies" event will be held on June 6 to provide a day of healing and connection. The event is a partnership between NorthStar and Hidden Acres Rescue for Thoroughbreds in Cocoa. For children, grief does not always arrive in words.
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5 ways parents can help teens regulate stress in a high-pressure world Original

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By Jennifer M. Torres 
| Florida Today
Prioritizing a consistent sleep schedule is crucial for a teenager's emotional regulation. Teaching teens to say "no" to some commitments can help prevent burnout from an overloaded schedule. Creating a pressure-free home environment allows teens a mental break from performance-based discussions. Life can feel overwhelming — but mental health support doesn’t have to.
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Reporter at Florida Today

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Yes!

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Your opinion is not journalism.

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