Being Pregnant Was Wonderful. And Overwhelming.
Admitting that everything wasn't perfect helped me get the support I needed
As a Political Commentator and Consultant, I Was Used to Pivoting. But Brain Surgery Spun My Life in a Whole New Direction.
When I found out I had a brain tumor, I had to accept that God had a different plan for me
How to Cope With the World Opening Up When You're Still Mourning Covid Losses
As things get back to some semblance of normalcy, those of us grieving Covid losses are struggling with stress and mixed emotions
No Vacancy: How a Shortage of Mental Health Beds Keeps Kids Trapped Inside ERs
In many parts of the U.S. and the world, demand for mental health care overwhelms supply
Outdoor Therapy? Yup, It’s a Thing.
Being in nature has proven to benefit our mental health, so why not walk the walk while talking the talk?
One Day at a Time: Mackenzie Phillips Wants to Help America Recover
NY Times bestselling author and actress Mackenzie Phillips shares her recovery story in hope of inspiring others
Being Vaccinated Doesn’t Mean You Must Go Maskless. Here’s Why.
Even if you are vaccinated, you don't need to change your behavior one iota if doing so makes you uncomfortable
8 Ways to Manage Body Image Anxiety After Lockdown
Engaging with people who accept and appreciate your body as it is can help you feel more at peace with how you look
Middle-Aged Americans in US Are Stressed and Struggle With Physical and Mental Health – Other Nations Do Better
Today's middle-aged adults report more daily stress and poorer physical health and psychological well-being, compared to middle-aged adults during the 1990s
Women Now Drink as Much as Men — and Are Prone to Sickness Sooner
This trend parallels the rise in mental health concerns among young women
Tourette Syndrome Is My Superpower
My tics embarrassed me for years, until I finally saw them as a thing of beauty
Closing the Mental Health Gap for Women of Color
More people of color are seeking mental health services, but finding a therapist of color can be difficult
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