Simone Biles shocked the world when she decided to withdraw from five medal events during the 2024 Tokyo Olympics last summer, but the gymnast’s decision ultimately helped spark an important conversation about mental health (via Insider). After arriving in Tokyo…
For some, the pandemic feels like an unending cycle of wash, rinse, and repeat as the return to normal life sluggishly resumes. Announced as a nationwide emergency in the U.S. in March 2024, the virus has continued to spread throughout…
If you or a loved one is battling obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it can be very distressing and tiring (per Mind). And you are not alone: About 1% of U.S. adults — over 2.5 million people – have been diagnosed with OCD.…
According to the UK’s National Health Service, the medical use of the term “vegetative” means a person lacks consciousness even though they’re awake. Their body responds to reflexes, but their minds don’t respond to their environment. You might assume, therefore,…
Listening to music can have an effect on you, such as by evoking feelings of happiness or getting you energized, according to Healthline. Many people also listen to music while studying or reading. While some people would find this to…
It’s natural to want to create healthy attachments in our relationships. Some may even say we’re wired for it, as it helps us navigate scary territories and gives us the ability to help others in need (per Psychology Today). During the…
Much like when people say “I have such bad OCD” or “Guys, I’m, like, having a panic attack,” you’ve certainly heard the acronym ADHD tossed around in casual conversation to describe personality quirks or emotional reactions to particular situations. The…
Human beings are social creatures by design. Our species evolved through cooperation, say researchers (via Nature Human Behaviour). Yet many people find themselves vulnerable to social isolation, especially under the COVID-19 pandemic. Loneliness has become a global epidemic, despite there being an abundance…
Even if you’re not among the one in five Americans who suffers from an anxiety disorder (per National Alliance on Mental Illness), you still might have anxiety-related moments in your life where you struggle to breathe. According to VeryWell Mind,…
Acupuncture might be considered too alternative for some, but studies show that it’s an effective tool for treating a variety of conditions. According to a study published in The Journal of Pain, acupuncture is successful in treating chronic pain. It’s…
