Category: Mental Health

little girl snuggles with grandma on a couch

August 11, 2020

Does Anxiety Run in Families?

A combination of genes and environment explains the development of anxiety.

Anxiety, Genetics

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A Black woman looks out a window, with her head in her hands.

August 3, 2020

How Your Stress Could Be Making You Sick

Chronic stress can take a physical and mental toll—and who isn’t feeling it?

Anxiety, Mental Health

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woman sitting on couch, looking into distance

July 13, 2020

How to Use Mindfulness to Help with Big Emotions

This simple skill can help you cope with anger, fear and other strong emotions.

Mental Health, Stress Management

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woman talking to another woman wearing a hijab

July 1, 2020

How to Help a Loved One with Depression

Try these tips if you are close to a person struggling with depression.

Mental Health, Relationships

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An illustration of a brain with a medication symbol - a cross - overplayed.

June 23, 2020

8 Things You Might Not Know About Antidepressants

Medication can relieve painful symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Mental Health

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older latina woman talking to provider in white lab coat

June 22, 2020

What to Expect When You’re Screened for Depression

This common mental illness can be treated, but the first step is to determine whether you have it.

Depression, Mental Health

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young woman and young man, both wearing face masks and gloves, sit on wall, chatting, with bicycle in between them

June 19, 2020

Is It Safe to Go on a Date?

Here’s what the experts say about navigating a romantic life during COVID-19.

Infectious Diseases, Relationships

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multi-generational family, all wearing face masks, stands in circle in forest clearing

June 19, 2020

Is It Safe to See Family and Friends Now?

Here’s what the experts say about visiting loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Infectious Diseases, Relationships

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illustration of woman sitting on yoga mat in meditation pose

June 17, 2020

8 Positive Things to Do During the Pandemic

Healthcare providers offer advice on how to make this time happier and healthier.

Mental Health

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illustration of insulin kit

June 16, 2020

How to Support Someone with Diabetes

Try these six simple ways to help a friend or loved one.

Diabetes, Relationships

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young woman sitting on a bench by a waterway, sun setting and city in the background, as she smiles and looks to horizon

June 15, 2020

Coping with Anxiety Following COVID-19 Lockdown

Here’s how to manage anxiety as your community reopens during the pandemic.

Coronavirus, Mental Health, Stress Management

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Andy Warhol-style illustration of a face smiling/laughing from nose down

June 9, 2020

The Power of Laughter for Your Health

Humor can be an effective—and fun—part of healing.

Mental Health

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