Getting Older Often Means Getting Happier
The stereotypical image of a cranky ol’ sourpuss is just that…a stereotype. Age can up your happiness level. Here’s why.
Mental Health
Can Magnets Help Treat Depression?
QI read about a new treatment for depression that involves magnets. Can you explain? AYou’re most likely referring to transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). This procedure involves placing electromagnetic coils on the scalp of a person suffering from depression to deliver targeted pulses that stimulate the part of the brain responsible for mood. Earplugs are worn
Poor Sleep May Predict Alzheimer’s
Good sleep can be elusive. Many of us are kept awake by too much caffeine…a…
Why Can’t I Focus or Concentrate?
QIn the past year, I have had a lot of trouble focusing and concentrating on projects both at home and at work. What could be going on? AThere could be many reasons why you’re finding it hard to focus, but stress is a big one. Stress hormones reduce our perceptual and intellectual abilities, making it
Feeling Lonely Can Lead to Health Problems, Including Dementia
Loneliness is a miserable feeling…and generic advice such as joining a hiking club or a…
Your Brain Is Hungry!
If you had a doughnut and coffee for breakfast, you probably wouldn’t be that surprised…
Use This In Case of Emergency—My Favorite Instant Stress Busters
Sometimes you just need some plain simple how-to advice—such as when you are sitting in…
The Natural Way to Beat Stress
In today’s always-on-the-go, connected-to-everyone world, many of us feel constantly stimulated. No wonder up to…
6 Foods Proven To Make You Happy
One works even better than antidepressants You can eat your way to a better mood!…
Why Bad Moods Are Good
Many people embrace happiness but try to push aside sadness and anger. Our culture encourages…
Beat Social Anxiety Disorder With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
If you are alone day in and day out, you may be one of the…
Powerful New Tool to Lift Depression: Activation Therapy
If you think of therapy for depression as all talk and no action, here’s a…
Psychedelic! How Hallucinogens May Soon Go Mainstream as Medicine
Are there medical uses for hallucinogenic drugs like LSD? Some researchers think they can be used to treat addiction, anxiety, PTSD, and more.
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Therapist
If you’re thinking of seeing a therapist, here are some important questions to ask…* What…
Stressed? Chill In 90 Seconds
When you’re so keyed up that you can’t even begin to think how to relax,…
How the World Is Making You Anxious
Could the worries of a troubled world be taking a toll on your life? It’s…
Save a Loved One from Suicide
Widespread myths can prevent you from knowing who’s at risk… The instinct to live is…
Spicy Way to Boost Confidence
Are you about to embark on a nerve-racking situation? It could be a job interview,…
A Revolution in Schizophrenia Care
There’s a new way to treat schizophrenia, and it’s catching on across the country—indeed, around…
How Safe Are Antidepressants?
An important recent analysis raises some serious questions… In 2001, a major study funded by…