Dr. Jarrod Spencer, a sports psychologist and the founder of Mind of the Athlete, has made it his mission to change the conversation about the health of elite athletes. His goal? To create a world where elite athletes focus on…
During your lifetime, you may care for someone with bipolar disorder. Therefore, it’s crucial to learn how the condition affects those who are diagnosed and what contributes to its development. It’s also important to know that there is more than…
This interview contains descriptions of hate-based assault. For trans people, being born in the wrong skin can be a lonely and scary experience. From social pressure to conform to expected gender norms, bullying, and worse for daring to embrace their…
A natural approach to soothing anxiety may be as simple as steeping a lavender tea bag or mixing a few drops of essential oil into your hand lotion. Lavender, as it turns out, isn’t just a pretty flower. Within these…
Research suggests that for every young girl diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), three boys receive the same diagnosis, according to a 2024 scientific review published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Experts point…
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. It’s likely no surprise that a combination…
If you’ve ever known someone who’s had a panic attack, you might have heard how terrifying and consuming it can feel. But it can be hard to understand the intensity if it’s something you’ve never experienced. So what does a…
Negative perceptions about people with allergies can impact the mental health of those who are allergic to substances like mold, dust, pollen, and food (via Medical News Today). Researchers conducted an online survey to better understand the psychological impact of…
This article contains discussions of mental health struggles. Sports psychologist Dr. Jarrod Spencer envisions a world in which the mental health of elite athletes is just as important as their physical health. In his work with professional sports teams, elite…
Every year, millions of people experience a spontaneous pregnancy loss, commonly called a miscarriage, during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 26% of pregnancies will end in miscarriage, so it’s safe to…
