WELLNESS / EMOTIONAL HEALTH

The Surprising Benefits of Taking a Vacation from Social Media

People who gave up social media for a week said they felt happier, less depressed and less anxious. Some tips for breaking its grip. >

Feeling Groovy: A Psychedelic's Anti-Depressant Powers

Psilocybin, a compound found in "magic mushrooms" is proving an effective way to ease depression in some people, sometimes for weeks. >

Parental Pressure Fuels Kids’ Perfectionism

The pressure to succeed has never been greater, and it leaves many teens feeling they must do everything right all the time. >

Tell It Like It Is

Feedback is more welcome than many realize. Most people appreciate it. So don't hesitate -- it's an important way to make things better. >

Teens’ Mental Health a Worry for Parents

Adolescence is never easy, but the pandemic has made it even harder. Nearly 60% of parents said they had sought help for their kids. >

Ozone Linked to Teens' Risk of Depression

A study finds that adolescents' feelings of sadness or hopelessness and thoughts of suicide increase over time as ozone levels rise. >

Keeping It in the Family

Genetic testing services like 23andMe can yield useful health information. But they can also reveal issues some might regret knowing about. >

The Case for Making Pleasure Part of Sex Ed

Young people are more likely to practice safe sex when their sexual education classes discuss pleasure as well as prevention. >

Lonely Hearts Might Break

Loneliness and being isolated from others is not good for anyone, but it may be especially hard on women who often out-live their spouses. >

Breakups Can Be Harder on Men

No one weathers a breakup well, but older women, with a broader social net, appear to handle it better than older men do. Some suggestions. >

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