Mental Health

Mental health contributes to your overall wellness. Learn about types of mental illness and how you can improve your overall outlook.

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10 Surprising Ways to Improve Your Body Image—No Dieting Required

Everything from family and friends to the media can have a negative influence on body image, but here's how to...


12 Things Successful People Do on Their Commutes

You could squander time on Facebook, or you could take a tip from how these successful people think.


10 Things Naturally Optimistic People Do Every Day

Adopt these simple habits and it won’t be hard to see the glass as half full.


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I Never Struggled with Body Image—Until I Lost 36 Pounds

Losing weight didn't have a positive effect on my life in ways that were completely unexpected for me. Here's what...


15 Ways Technology Can Make You Sick

Modern gadgets make life a breeze—until they don't.


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22 Ways to Remind Yourself That You’re Worthy

From pets to poppies to Post-It notes, signs surround you that you're worthy of love, success, and happiness. The trick...


13 Things Psychologists Wish You Knew About Happiness

Not everyone is born bursting with sunshine, but this intel can bring us all a little closer to our happy...


9 Signs You Should Think About Seeing a Therapist

The right therapist can be life-changing. Here’s how to tell if you’d benefit...

8 Clear Signs You Could Have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Liking your things neat and organized is one thing; these OCD symptoms take it to another level.


22 Secrets Your Therapist Won’t Tell You

Whether or not you're part of the 25 percent of adults who've seen a therapist, these insider secrets will give...


14 Little Ways to Instantly Turn a Bad Mood Around

Woke up in a crummy mood? Don't let it ruin your day! These quick and easy mood-boosters will put a...


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12 Stress “Facts” Psychologists Need You to Stop Believing

People have a lot of mistaken assumptions about stress—from how common it is to how dangerous it can be. Let's...


12 Everyday Habits That Could Trigger a Panic Attack

A panic attack can seem like it comes out of nowhere, but they can be triggered by negative thought patterns...


8 Surprising Things That Are Linked to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a serious mental health condition, and these are some of the risk factors and triggers...


15 Things About Social Anxiety Disorder Psychologists Wish You Knew

Social anxiety disorder (SAD) can be a truly debilitating condition. Here, top psychologists explain the symptoms, risks, and treatments of...


12 Simple but Powerful Ways Therapists Ward off Depression and Anxiety

Therapists have the same emotional highs and lows as everyone else, but they also have some handy-dandy tricks up their...


6 Proven Ways to Cope with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Knowing how to manage your OCD could stop the disorder taking over your life.


12 Tiny Thoughts You Don’t Realize Are Triggering Your Anxiety

These common phrases aren't so innocent after all. In fact, they might be triggering your anxiety. Here's how you...


How Countries with the Shortest Days Beat Seasonal Depression

Scandinavian countries are home to some of the darkest winters, yet their citizens are often said to be the happiest...


The Secret to Happiness Only Takes One Minute a Day

Happiness is easier to attain than you might think, and it doesn't require any chanting or deep breathing. Read on...


This Is the Exact Age When the Average Woman Is Happiest

Good news: Your best years are still ahead.


7 Reasons the Holidays Give You Anxiety—and How to Cope

It's supposed to be the most wonderful time of year, but it can also be the most stressful. According to...

23 Everyday Things You Didn’t Know You Could Get Addicted To

The word "addiction" suggests gambling, drinking, and drugs. But there are other habits, behaviors, and even beauty products that can...


After This Mom Lost Her Infant Son, She Found Where His Donated Tissue Went—and Who It Was Helping

When one of her identical twins died shortly after he was born, this mother decided to donate his tissue to...


How to Bounce Back Stronger from Your Most Embarrassing Mistakes

So you messed up, maybe big-time—it happens. Here's how to come out of this experience a wiser, more compassionate person.


7 Everyday Habits That Could Up Your Risk For Depression

Avoiding these common habits may lighten your mood and lower your risk of sliding into full-blown depression.


BOO! 6 Reasons Getting Scared Is Shockingly Good for Your Health

It’s OK to freak out this Halloween—it can even be healthy for you.


9 Science-Backed Tricks to Boost Your Self-Confidence

We will not tell you to 'fake it til' you make it,' but we will give you advice that boosts...