Category: Mental Health

Male legs/feet on weight scale on floo

October 15, 2021

Survivor: Boys and Men Have Eating Disorders, Too

Males are often more hesitant to ask for help due to cultural pressures and stereotypes.

Men's Health, Mental Health

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Two adults in a dark room look out of a window, backs to the camera

October 14, 2021

Facing Agoraphobia: The Fear of Leaving Home

Symptoms of this anxiety disorder could become more prevalent during COVID-19.

Mental Health

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Young couple arguing in park , wearing masks and sitting on two different benches

August 27, 2021

Dealing with Anger 18 Months into the Pandemic

Many vaccinated people feel frustration at the ongoing threat.

Mental Health

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April 28, 2021

3 Late-Stage Pandemic Mental Health Issues

If you’re feeling big emotions right now, you’re not alone.

Anxiety, Coronavirus, Mental Health, Stress Management

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Worried senior man sitting alone in his home

April 26, 2021

3 Tips for Managing COVID-19 Decision Fatigue

Navigating risks as the world opens up can be mentally challenging.

Coronavirus, Mental Health

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April 19, 2021

Living with OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder isn’t about being cautious or a perfectionist.

Mental Health

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March 29, 2021

8 Lessons from Pandemic Living

UNC Health providers share what they’ve learned.

Mental Health

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March 3, 2021

A Better Understanding of Eating Disorders and Genetics

Researchers hope study results can improve treatment options.

Genetics, Mental Health

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January 28, 2021

Do This When Cravings Hit

Food cravings come from your brain and your belly.

Nutrition, Stress Management

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father and son talking while sitting in living room at home

January 8, 2021

6 Steps to Become a Better Listener

This sometimes-difficult skill can be learned.

Mental Health

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December 30, 2020

If You Struggle with Emotional Eating, Read This

The way you feel mentally can affect your relationship with food.

Mental Health, Nutrition

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December 28, 2020

5 Questions to Ask Yourself About Alcohol

Here’s how you can evaluate your drinking habits to see if you might want to make a change.

Substance Abuse

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