Mental Health
I Asked A Financial Therapist For Tips On Managing Money With ADHD, And Her Advice Is Genuinely Helpful
If an ADHD diagnosis has you reevaluating your money strategy, you're not alone.
athenavalentine
How To Wake Up Early Without Losing Sleep
We’re not telling you to wake up at 4 a.m. to start your day. However, here are a few things you can do to get up just a bit earlier.
Fjolla Arifi
Quitting Social Media May Actually Help Calm Your Broken Online Brain
“I am so happy with my decision — it was one of the best forms of self-care I practiced with myself this year.”
Fjolla Arifi
I Tried A Flip Phone For A Week For My Mental Health And Here's How It Went
Old tech is the new trend, so I decided to try using a flip phone (remember the Motorola Razr?) for a week to cut down on social media use and improve my mental health. Here’s how I did it, and how it went.
Fjolla Arifi
I Faked My Hypnosis During Therapy And Then Lied About It For Years
During hypnosis for anxiety and relationship trauma, I felt guilty admitting that it wasn’t working, so I faked it. I talked to hypnotherapy experts to find out why that happened, and how the process can — and should! — work.
Patrick Waechter
Gen Z Is Choosing A Vape-Free New Year Over Dry January
People are documenting their journeys and sharing tips on TikTok about how to quit vaping, including what to expect during nicotine withdrawal.
Fjolla Arifi
Fall Out Boy Guitarist Joe Trohman Announced He’s Taking A Break From The Band
"Neil Young once howled that it’s better to burn out than to fade away. But I can tell you unequivocally that burning out is dreadful.”
Anthony Robledo
Tyler James Williams Almost Died From Crohn’s Disease When He Was 24. Here’s How The Chronic Illness Affects Young People.
At one point, Williams needed surgery to remove 6 inches of his intestines and developed sepsis, dropping to 105 pounds.
Fjolla Arifi
“Almond Moms” Can Promote Disordered Eating. Here’s How TikTokers Are Calling Out This Toxic Behavior.
An “Almond Mom” is a parent or caregiver (it’s not just mothers!) who has an unhealthy relationship with food. Some people are making a conscious decision to avoid toxic language that promotes diet culture and disordered eating.
Fjolla Arifi
I’m Doing “Self-Care January” This Year And Here’s Why
New year, same me — hopefully with more energy and less stress. You don’t have to give up everything you love to feel better in the new year.
Loren Cecil
Hailey Bieber Said She Experienced "A Little Bit Of PTSD" After Her Mini-Stroke: "It Was So Terrifying, So Jarring, So Discombobulating"
"It was so terrifying, so jarring, so discombobulating in every single way that you could imagine."
Alex Gurley
Share Your Therapy Icks, Including The Worst Thing A Therapist Has Ever Said To You
Whether it’s a lack of professionalism, dishonesty, or simply a bad fit, we want to hear about an experience you had with a therapist that was a red flag.
Fjolla Arifi
11 Health Moments In 2022 That Were Honestly Kind Of Good In A Silver-Lining Way
When it comes to health, 2022 was intense, to say the least. Even though there were outbreaks of RSV, flu, mpox, and more COVID, there was some good news this year.
Fjolla Arifi
FDA Wants Doctors To Better Inform Patients Of Possible LASIK Complications, Including “Psychological Harm”
The FDA wants doctors to use a decision checklist and better inform patients of potential risks and complications, as well as what to expect before, during, and after LASIK.
Fjolla Arifi
If You’re Anxious About Climate Change, This Is What Experts Say You Can Do To Cope
Feeling anxious or depressed about the climate crisis is normal, and experts say getting involved, joining a support group, and making more sustainable decisions can help.
Anna Betts
The Eve 6 Guy Has Words Of Wisdom For A Man “Likely To Die” Before He Hits 50
Nineties alternative rocker Max Collins returns with his advice column Heart in a Blender.
Max Collins
He Gave Her Diamond Earrings And She Freaked Out. Here's How Gift Anxiety Works.
So. Much. Pressure.
Venessa Wong
If You're Feeling Lonely, Here's What People Are Doing To Feel A Bit Better
“Loneliness is one of the saddest burdens to bear. But the truth is, we all feel it.”
Katie Camero
I Actually Thrive In The Winter. Some Experts Helped Me Understand Why.
Hello darkness, my old friend.
Katie Camero
12 Things You Should Know Before Calling The 988 Suicide Hotline
Now that 988 is here, it’s easier for people in crisis to get support. So far, it seems to successfully be reaching more people.
Denise Mann
A Family Member’s Suicide Made Me Re-Examine My Mental Health
I attempted suicide at age 12. It wasn’t until my uncle died by suicide years later that I realized how much mental health–related stigma in the Black community was hurting people's ability to get help.
Gabrielle Chenault
How These Healthcare Workers Avoid Burnout By Relying On Spirituality And Mindfulness
Half a million healthcare workers left the profession in 2020 because of burnout, anxiety, and depression. Here’s how some doctors stay in the profession.
Yusra Farzan
Why It's Hard To Find A Therapist Who Matches Your Identity
When it comes to therapy, it can sometimes help to see someone who matches your identity. But Black therapists are underrepresented in mental healthcare, leaving people searching harder for a mental health professional who gets them.
Patrick Waechter
Light Therapy Lamps To Try If You Find Dark Days Depressing
If you tend to experience winter blues, or even seasonal affective disorder, the right light therapy lamp could make a difference. Here’s what experts recommend you look for.
Loren Cecil
Bleaching My Hair Blonde Made Me Realize I Might Be Having A Gay Crisis
Bleached blonde hair has become a signifier — or at least a meme — for poor mental health in the gay community. Was I having an existential crisis?
David Mack
I’m Not Going To Force Myself To Drink Anymore
In honor of Sober October, I’ve decided that I will no longer have a drink — not even “just one”! — to make other people feel comfortable.
Loren Cecil
The Internet Loves A Short King, But Height Bias On Dating Apps Is Still Very Common
While a preference for taller men isn’t new, dating apps make it feel more blatant.
Miriam Fauzia
People Who Have Anxiety Are Sharing Their Best Coping Strategies, And As A Fellow Anxious Person, I Appreciate These Suggestions
"I try to be mindful of what that feeling is, where it is, and just be curious about it. Then, I try to welcome the feeling of anxiety. I often say something like, 'Oh hey, it’s you again. You can stay as long as you need. It’s safe here!'"
Kelly Martinez
How Do You Deal With Loneliness? Share Your Story About What Worked For You.
Loneliness is extremely common, so we want to hear what you’ve done to overcome it — even if you’re still working on it.
Katie Camero
Actually, Some People Are Happier (And Healthier) Being Single
“A Saturday night on my couch watching my Netflix with my cat and my glass of wine … don’t threaten me with a good time.”
Katie Camero
