WELLNESS / EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Distraction’s Calming Effect

Children look to adults to learn to manage their emotions. So it helps when they see grownups distract themselves to cope with frustration. >

“Oms” Replace Opioids

Doctors are looking for ways to treat chronic pain without opioids. Two approaches -- yoga and cognitive behavioral therapy -- show promise. >

A Surge in Anxiety and Depression Around the World

Even people who have not lost loved ones are struggling with the emotional burdens of the pandemic. Two groups have been most affected. >

Orphaned by the Pandemic

Hundreds of thousands of children have lost primary caregivers to COVID, disrupting the safety and security of their lives, a new crisis. >

Child's Play

Babies are wired to play -- it consumes most of their time. It's also how little ones learn. An ingenious new study shows how this happens. >

Depression Linked to Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance is a risk factor for serious health problems such as Type 2 diabetes. It also roughly doubles your risk of depression. >

Too Much Time on Your Hands?

There's a sweet spot when it comes to free time: Too little of it and you're stressed. Too much, and productivity and happiness decline. >

Being Heard Shapes the Brain

Seniors stay more resilient mentally if they have people they can talk things over with who really listen. How are your listening skills? >

Tips to Prevent Burnout in College Students

Mental health stressors are at an all-time high for college students. These five tools can help prevent burnout, anxiety and depression. >

City Dwellers are Less Depressed

People who live in urban areas have to put up with traffic, pollution, and crowding. But they also tend to have happier social lives. >

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