Mental Health

How a Good Cry Can Improve Your Health
Mental Health

How a Good Cry Can Improve Your Health

Lauren M. Bylsma, PhD | May 15, 2019

A good cry does more than express emotion. It can boost mood, relieve stress, alleviate pain and much more. Get the details here…

You Can Help Prevent Suicide
Depression

You Can Help Prevent Suicide

Dan ­Reidenberg, PsyD, FAPA | May 6, 2019

The suicide rate in the United States has increased by 30% between 2000 and 2016. Know these steps to save a loved one’s life.

Why Adults (Not Just Kids) Need a Healthy Dose of Play
Mental Health

Why Adults (Not Just Kids) Need a Healthy Dose of Play

Stuart Brown, MD | April 15, 2019

Play is natural for children. But the same should be true for adults. Here’s how play can boost your mental health…and how to get back to having fun…

How to Reduce Your Exposure to Chemicals and Other Toxins
Wellness

How to Reduce Your Exposure to Chemicals and Other Toxins

Joseph Pizzorno, ND | April 15, 2019

Everyone is exposed to a variety of hidden toxins daily—no matter how much you’re doing to avoid dangerous chemicals. Here’s how to protect yourself…

First-Ever Postpartum Depression Drug Gives Relief Fast
Depression

First-Ever Postpartum Depression Drug Gives Relief Fast

Samantha Meltzer-Brody, MD | April 5, 2019

Brexanolone (Zulresso) is FDA-approved to treat postpartum depression, which puts mother and healthy child development at risk. Learn more.

Need to See a Psychiatrist? Find the Right One
Mental Health

Need to See a Psychiatrist? Find the Right One

Philip R. Muskin, MD, MA | March 26, 2019

A good psychiatrist should have more than good credentials. To get the best mental health care, here’s what you need to look for...

Beyond Blood Pressure and Cholesterol: 4 More Health Numbers You Really Need to Know
Wellness

Beyond Blood Pressure and Cholesterol: 4 More Health Numbers You Really Need to Know

Tom Rifai, MD, FACP | March 11, 2019

Blood pressure and cholesterol aren’t the only health numbers you need to know. Here are 5 key tests you need to keep an eye on…

20 Cures for 5 Embarrassing Problems
Wellness

20 Cures for 5 Embarrassing Problems

March 4, 2019

Surprising ways to deal with dandruff, warts, a stye, corns and flatulence.

Be Kind to Yourself…for Better Health
Wellness

Be Kind to Yourself…for Better Health

March 1, 2019

Being self-critical can harm your health. But new research shows how self-compassion can help protect you. Read on for healing advice…

To Keep Your Blood Pressure Under Control, Think of Your Sweetheart
Stress

To Keep Your Blood Pressure Under Control, Think of Your Sweetheart

February 25, 2019

If you’re stressed, having a spouse or partner next to you can be comforting. But just thinking about the person is just as good, new research shows...

Got Cancer or Another Serious Illness? Don’t Let Fear Get the Best of You
Anxiety

Got Cancer or Another Serious Illness? Don’t Let Fear Get the Best of You

Michael E. Ryan, PsyD | February 7, 2019

It can be terrifying to have cancer or another serious illness. Here’s how to keep your anxieties in check so you can live life to the fullest…

How to Know When Someone’s Drinking Is a Little Over the Line—and What to Do About It
Wellness

How to Know When Someone’s Drinking Is a Little Over the Line—and What to Do About It

Kenneth J. Sher, PhD | February 7, 2019

A lot of people think they are light or moderate drinkers, but they drink enough to be harming their lives and those around them. Learn the signs.

You Can Overcome Your Fear of Flying
Anxiety

You Can Overcome Your Fear of Flying

Martin N. Seif, PhD, ABPP | February 6, 2019

A clinical psychologist who conquered his own crippling fear of flying tells how to put an end to this common phobia—no meds (or alcohol!) needed.

“Why Does She Keep Tapping Her Fingers?”
Mental Health

“Why Does She Keep Tapping Her Fingers?”

James Greenblatt, MD | February 5, 2019

Constant finger tapping can be a sign of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, anxiety disorder…or nothing wrong at all. Find out more…

QUIZ: Quirky Body Facts
Wellness

QUIZ: Quirky Body Facts

February 1, 2019

Your body is more intricate than any machine. How many of its wonders can you correctly identify?