WELLNESS / EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Americans Are Having a Midlife Crisis

Middle-aged Americans are less satisfied than peers in Europe. Affordable health and child care and support for aging parents would help. >

Delusions: A Way of Addressing Overwhelming Emotional Experiences

Interviews with psychotic patients reveal that delusions serve as ways of coping with severe traumas such as bullying or physical violence. >

Hooked on Streaming?

Binge-watching shows for hours can be a sign of addiction. But our streaming habits can also be an escape and a way to regulate emotions. >

For the New Year: The Uplifting Power of Self-Affirmations

Taking time to affirm what matters to you can derail anxiety and negative thoughts. It also gives well-being a long-lasting boost. >

Attention Seekers: A Steep Rise in ADHD Medication Prescriptions

Prescriptions for ADHD medications are increasing. But does every patient need them? Mis- and over-diagnosis can put people at risk. >

Feeling Anxious or Down? Consider a Social Media Detox

Taking a break from social media sites helped young adults overcome feelings of depression and anxiety. There's one potential downside. >

Plenty of Friends, but Still Feeling Lonely?

The loneliness of many young adults is not necessarily the result of a lack of friends. It's often connected to the demands of growing up. >

Text Therapy

Text-based therapy for depression can work as well as video-based sessions. It's easier to schedule and offers patients a written record. >

Hope Is a Powerful Factor in Stroke Recovery

Recovering from a stroke can be a long, hard process. Patients who remain hopeful are more likely to follow treatment plans and do the work. >

The Uplifting Power of Self-Affirmations

Taking time to affirm what matters to you can derail anxiety and negative thoughts. It also gives well-being a long-lasting boost. >

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