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3 Proven Ways to Curb Election Anxiety
3 Proven Ways to Curb Election Anxiety
Political uncertainty and bickering is bad for your mental health. Here’s exactly what to do.
Catherine Sanderson, Author & Psychology Professor
Jul 22
Hangovers vs. ‘Hangxiety’: Bad and Badder
Hangovers vs. ‘Hangxiety’: Bad and Badder
The next-day physical effects of drinking can be awful. The emotional impact may be far worse.
Eric J. Kort MD
May 9
US Mental Healthcare System Gets Mostly Ds and Fs
US Mental Healthcare System Gets Mostly Ds and Fs
Americans cite cost and lack of providers as barriers to treatment, while the majority of people in need go untreated
Robert Roy Britt
May 1
The Incredible, Harmful Power of Negative Thinking
The Incredible, Harmful Power of Negative Thinking
Real physical symptoms are spawned by the “nocebo effect,” rooted in fear and anxiety over what might happen
Robert Roy Britt
Apr 3
Symptom Checklists Won’t Reveal a Mental Health Condition
Symptom Checklists Won’t Reveal a Mental Health Condition
Screening tests for ADHD, anxiety, or depression are inadequate and can cause harm.
John Kruse MD, PhD
Jan 30
Holiday Stress: The Depressing Gift That Keeps on Giving
Holiday Stress: The Depressing Gift That Keeps on Giving
Wise & Well Weekly: The newsletter helping you make tomorrow a little better than today
Robert Roy Britt
Dec 22, 2023
An Amazing Sleep Aid: Cyclic Sighing
An Amazing Sleep Aid: Cyclic Sighing
A simple breathing technique helps the transition from wake to sleep.
John Kruse MD, PhD
Dec 18, 2023
What My Rescue Dog Taught Me About Anxiety
What My Rescue Dog Taught Me About Anxiety
How to recognize this commonplace but often hidden emotion in canines and humans
Gail Post, Ph.D.
Dec 6, 2023
Bright Light is a Curse at Night
Bright Light is a Curse at Night
Odds of poor sleep, depression and other mental illnesses rise sharply with excessive evening lighting. The antidote is as natural as can…
Robert Roy Britt
Oct 24, 2023
Why Antidepressants Take So Long To Work
Why Antidepressants Take So Long To Work
New research on how SSRIs work, and some ideas for making the wait a little easier
Eric J. Kort MD
Oct 19, 2023
The Gross Physical Symptoms of Autism That No One Wants to Talk About
The Gross Physical Symptoms of Autism That No One Wants to Talk About
Why are bodily functions so hard to discuss openly?
Annika Hotta
Sep 18, 2023
If Anxiety is in My Brain, Why is My Heart Pounding?
If Anxiety is in My Brain, Why is My Heart Pounding?
A psychiatrist explains the neuroscience and physiology of fear
The Conversation U.S.
Sep 7, 2023
Body Anxiety: The Deadly Epidemic Nobody is Talking About
Body Anxiety: The Deadly Epidemic Nobody is Talking About
Intense cultural pressure to fix our bodies, or to love them as they are, poses serious risks to our health and longevity
Giana Porpiglia, LMHC
Aug 23, 2023
The Intolerable Wait in Line for Mental Health Care
The Intolerable Wait in Line for Mental Health Care
Wait times have ballooned to weeks, even months, across the United States. If you need help now, here are several options.
Annie Foley
Aug 21, 2023
Don’t Worry About a New Anxiety Test at the Doctor’s Office
Don’t Worry About a New Anxiety Test at the Doctor’s Office
Why you may be screened for anxiety disorders at your next appointment
Chris Arestides, RN MPH
Jul 31, 2023
Is Your Diet Causing Your Anxiety?
Is Your Diet Causing Your Anxiety?
One way of eating is linked to less anxiety, new research finds
Brent R. Stockwell, Ph.D.
Jul 19, 2023
Your Sense of ‘Self’ is Driving You Crazy
Your Sense of ‘Self’ is Driving You Crazy
A specific type of meditation can cure this neurosis
Eric J. Kort MD
Jul 17, 2023
Overcome Exercise Inertia With This Simple System
Overcome Exercise Inertia With This Simple System
Making a new activity stick is the trick, and it doesn’t have to be difficult.
Oliver Romsen
Jun 6, 2023
We’re Treating Stress, Anxiety and Depression All Wrong
We’re Treating Stress, Anxiety and Depression All Wrong
One of the best remedies for mental health conditions is obvious but rarely prescribed
Robert Roy Britt
Feb 27, 2023
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