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Mental Health

The Unexpected Link Between the Love Hormone and Happiness

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It’s a tricky question — how do we measure life satisfaction? While the answer will be unique to each individual, scientists have identified common themes amongst those who report overall feelings of happiness with their lives. Such factors include health…

Expert Explains Key Differences in Eating Disorders

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While you may know about different types of eating disorders, a term that’s often heard less frequently is “disordered eating.” “Disordered eating is more common than one might think,” says Jennie Kramer, MSW, LCSW-R, CEDS, Senior Clinical Advisor to the…

The Effects of Student Debt on Health

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Considering going to (or back to) college? Aside from the financial and time commitment involved, there’s now another factor to consider — your long-term health. Now, a new study has found that students who accumulate and hang on to significant…

How the Pandemic Has Truly Altered Our Brains

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It goes without saying that the events of the pandemic changed the world. Between mask mandates, vaccination debates, work-from-home protocols, and inflation continuously on the rise, a lot has changed over the past two years. Consequently, your brain has changed,…

Anorexia in Men: A More Common Issue than You Might Believe

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In a world where people are so focused on their physical appearance, it’s normal for someone to feel insecure about their weight from time to time. For some individuals, however, their body weight insecurities can take over their lives, and…

The explanation of Howie Mandel’s history with anxiety and OCD

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Howie Mandel is famous for his huge smile, bald head, and fist bumps, but that lighthearted exterior is in stark contrast to his serious, long-term struggles with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). As a successful comedian, actor, charismatic host of…

Can Panic Attacks Be Fatal?

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During your run, a dog comes out of nowhere with teeth bared, and you jump into action. Adrenaline hits your veins with the intensity of a freight train, making all your senses more acute. Your legs can run like you’ve…

How Much Time Does It Actually Take to Develop a Habit?

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We all have habits that we practice — both consciously and unconsciously. Whether it’s deliberately laying out your gym clothes the night before a workout, or unknowingly biting your nails when feeling stressed, we engage in numerous habits throughout the course…