While some of us may thrive as early birds awake at the crack of dawn, others find themselves to be most alert during the hours of the night. Although being a night owl may have its perks, Lisa Kruger, PhD,…
Trauma can be isolating. Oftentimes, when someone has experienced trauma, it can feel safe to self-isolate and carve out space to process. It may also feel exhausting to attempt to socialize or connect with loved ones, especially if you feel…
All of us can relate to having some insecurities about our bodies, which is quite normal. A problem arises when our insecurities become so loud that they affect our thoughts and actions in an unhealthy way. For example, eating disorders…
For thousands of individuals, living with depression or depressive symptoms is a part of daily life. Johns Hopkins Medicine states that each year, up to 26% of American adults experience a diagnosable mental health condition, with 9.5% of American adults…
Growing up in Nigeria, Layo George watched her mother deliver countless babies in her own home and the homes of her closest friends. For much of her life, George thought she would follow in her mother’s footsteps and become a midwife.…
When the odds are stacked against you, you’ve probably heard somebody refer to your chances as “one in a million.” Yet the likelihood of winning the lottery is even slimmer than that. Rather, CNBC reports that the odds are roughly…
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by the changing of the seasons, usually beginning in the fall or winter. According to Healthline, SAD affects between 0.5% to 2.4% of people in the U.S. every year and…
Hair can be deadly, especially if you tend to consume it orally. In fact, a 16-year-old girl in England was reported to have died from a very rare condition called Rapunzel syndrome, according to Live Science. The girl was found to…
Our body perceives the continual changes between light and dark and responds accordingly. This includes the production of melatonin as the day comes to an end. This natural hormone helps regulate our circadian rhythm and is a key player in…
Therapy can help you navigate through a breakup, give you tools to balance stress in your life, or find more effective ways to communicate with difficult family members. Your therapist might be your lifeline to become a better you, but…
