Mental Health

Although the onrush of fear that characterizes a panic attack is an internal experience, there are still external signs that bystanders can look for that may indicate a person is having a panic attack. Even more, we can learn what…

When you think about eating disorders, you might think of women. While it’s true that the ratio of women to men with eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia is historically about 10 to 1, men are susceptible to disordered eating,…

This article contains discussion of mental health and the Holocaust. Dr. Edith Eger lived through one of the most horrific events of the 20th century. When she was 16 years old, her entire family was taken to the infamous death…

We all know how uncomfortable it feels when an upset stomach, abdominal pain, or diarrhea stops us right in our tracks as we’re trying to get through a busy day. In such cases, taking Tums or Pepto Bismol may alleviate…

If you’ve ever experienced symptoms of depression, you’re not alone. According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), nearly 7% of Americans over the age of 18 experience major depressive disorder (MDD). While symptoms can vary between men…

A new TikTok trend is inspiring many people to try something we’ve all fantasized about doing on an especially stressful day — lying in bed for hours and taking it easy. With a whopping 104 million views and counting on Tiktok,…

The human mind and body are intricately connected. The relationship between the two is so profound that it can significantly impact our well-being. Whether thinking about death increases the risk of death delves deep into this complex relationship. The age-old…

It’s not hard to find explanations for why so many of us experience anxiety in our modern world. From global events to work pressures, it’s no wonder that nearly one-in-five American adults have an anxiety disorder, according to the National…

Some 29.5 million Americans 12 and older experience alcohol use disorder (AUD), or alcoholism, according to National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) data. That’s roughly 13% of the roughly 219 million Americans who have reported consuming alcohol during their lifetime…

When anxiety hits, it hits hard. If you’ve ever felt like your whole world was ending in a matter of minutes, you know what we’re talking about. An anxiety attack can last anywhere from a few minutes or a few…