This category focuses on mental health, emotional balance, and psychological resilience. Articles explore practical approaches to wellbeing, stress management, and sustaining mental health in everyday life, work, and community settings.
The pandemic not only took a toll on our physical health, but it also affected our mental health. According to the World Health Organization, anxiety and depression saw a 25% spike in 2024. Now, new research from the 35th European College…
When we experience panic, usually someone tells us, ” breathe.” That’s because in times of stress, our breathing becomes rapid and our heart rate increases as our sympathetic nervous system kicks in, according to a 2024 review in Brain Sciences.…
Every one of us has the occasional moment of self-doubt. Starting up a new side hustle, becoming a parent, or moving into season two of that widely successful podcast you launched a month ago can all leave us wondering: Do…
When you think of an eating disorder, you might imagine someone who’s very thin and struggles to maintain their weight. But eating disorders are more complex than that. Bulimia nervosa, often just referred to as bulimia, is a serious and…
Everyone experiences anxiety sometimes, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and more than 40 million adults have an anxiety disorder. Clearly, anxiety is already common, and it’s only becoming more prevalent. Though this may sound grim, it also…
In our dreams, we sometimes come face to face with our worst nightmares — including death. Falling from a cliff, drowning in open water, or being chased by a wild animal through the woods are all terrifying scenarios that can…
Mental health issues are a widespread problem. The first year of the COVID pandemic reportedly increased the prevalence of anxiety and depression globally by 25% (via World Health Organization). According to the Mayo Clinic, exercise may be a way to…
This article contains discussion of disordered eating. Fans of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” will notice a slightly different cast when they tune in for Season 13. Besides two new Housewives, they’ll notice that a longtime cast member of…
We all know that food is necessary to fuel our bodies, but there are many people who have a complicated relationship with food. If you’re someone who feels stress and anxiety about eating, there are many people who understand what…
Stress activates the body’s fight‑or‑flight response, releasing cortisol and adrenaline. Over time, persistent stress can affect both mental wellbeing and physical health. However, when threats can’t be resolved, such as when you have worries about losing your job, this can…