This category highlights the role of connection, belonging, and shared responsibility in wellbeing. It features stories and insights on community-based support, peer connection, and initiatives that strengthen collective resilience.
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…
All of the sudden, you start to get a bad feeling. Dread, worry, and psychological concerns begin to fill your body with tension and your mind with uncomfortable thoughts. There are many different ways to treat anxiety. Two common forms…
Pregnancy is a time when many changes and transitions are taking place as parents prepare to welcome a new family member. Not only is the pregnant person dealing with physical symptoms (such as heartburn, fatigue, nausea, and constipation, per the…
Women over 40 know about “the change.” Perhaps their periods become shorter and irregular. Some women might have problems sleeping. If the physical symptoms don’t scare you enough, menopause can also bring on mental health issues. Helen Bennett, MBACP, is…
The human mind and body are intricately connected. The relationship between the two is so profound that it can significantly impact our well-being. Psychoneuroimmunology studies how emotions, thoughts, and beliefs affect the immune and nervous systems (via Reference Module in…
We all know that marriage isn’t easy. Since our youth, many of us dream of a fairy tale wedding with our soulmate, but marriage doesn’t always look as perfect as depicted in the wedding ceremony. According to GoodTherapy, certain factors…
Magic mushrooms may make you think of people taking drugs in dark rooms or their fantasy-filled hallucinations. As time goes on, more studies are being done on its active ingredient that should change that perception. According to the Mayo Clinic,…
Long hours, slow commutes, rigid deadlines, and company networking events are enough to provoke a little anxiety for any of us. For those who experience anxiety, Healthline reports that it can manifest in the form of nervousness, an accelerated heart…
Hunching your shoulders and arching your back over your desk as you type away at your computer can place added pressure on your hips, neck, and lower back. Not only is this a recipe for discomfort, but poor posture can…
Depression affects 1 in 6 people in their lifetime, according to the American Psychiatric Association. People with depression lose interest in things that might have previously brought them enjoyment. WebMD says that there’s a link between depression and weight gain.…