Mental health conditions like depression can have a profound impact on your life. They affect how you feel, think, and behave. According to Columbia University Depression Evaluation Service director Dr. David Hellerstein and endocrinologist Dr. Marcella Walker, there are a few different ways…
You may often hear procrastination being associated with college students who pull all-nighters to cram for last-minute exams, but according to the American Psychological Association, 1 in 5 American adults are believed to engage in chronic procrastination, meaning that 20%…
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to fall into the trap of labeling yourself as lazy when you struggle to muster the energy or motivation to complete tasks. However, there’s a critical distinction between laziness and burnout. Unlike burnout, laziness…
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ADHD is often diagnosed during childhood, though symptoms of the condition typically last through adulthood, affecting… ADHD…
When it comes to mental health, social media, particularly TikTok, is the epitome of a double-edged sword. As the Surgeon General’s Advisory on youth mental health points out, social media can play a major role in letting people struggling with…
Audiences know Folake Olowofoyeku from her hit CBS comedy “Bob Hearts Abishola,” where she plays Nigerian cardiac nurse and single mom Abishola who falls for a patient in her care, played by Billy Gardell. In real life, Olowofoyeku struggled for…
It’s hard to deny that we’re constantly glued to our screens and always connected. Personally, we would go as far as saying that sharing TikToks has become a unique love language, and the ability to access random information at any…
With one out of five people experiencing a mental health condition every year, mental illness can create a ripple effect within our families and communities, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The uncertainty of COVID took a…
We hear the term inflammation used in connection with a variety of different illnesses, but what is it exactly? In short, it’s your immune system kicking into gear to fight off an irritant, according to InformedHealth.org (via National Library of…
Singer and actor Aaron Carter died on Saturday, November 5, 2024, at the age of 34, according to The New York Times. Known for his hit song, “I Want Candy,” in the early 2000s, the former child star was found…