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Rates of loneliness and unhappiness are on the rise in the United States, but our European counterparts don’t seem to have the same problem. Why? Part of the reason is the way our built environment isolates us.

We love discovering quality mental health content online. Whether it’s an informative infographic or an inspirational drawing, there are tons of mental health social media accounts out there. So which ones are worth following? If you’re looking to supplement your therapy with daily reminders, here are six we love. Lemons by Tay@lemonssbytay Created by mental […]

A study reveals that suicide rates among active duty service members and veterans are significantly higher than combat fatalities post-9/11. Key drivers include loneliness, relationship issues, trauma, and transition challenges.

Social media can foster digital flourishing and inspiration, especially among young adults, despite its challenges.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a potential solution to improve access to mental health care.

Emotional dysregulation in PTSD causes personal, professional, and relationship problems. How can we notice our emotions and make use of them in the face of unresolved trauma?

New study explores the dynamics of making contact with a long-lost friend, and the factors that keep us distant.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects millions of people after they’ve experienced traumatic or very stressful situations. It can lead to intrusive thoughts and difficult feelings. If you went through a difficult or traumatic event, then you may appreciate one of these books on PTSD.

People of color, women and low-income people face the biggest inequities when it comes to mental health and accessing mental health care.

Childhood trauma in adults refers to the long-term psychological, emotional, and sometimes physical effects that result from experiencing traumatic events during childhood. These events can include…

Recognizing the signs of anxiety disorders in your loved ones may be essential to their mental health and recovery. Here's what to look out for.

A new book illustrates how rituals can improve our lives and relationships, and how to create and recognize your own rituals.

Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is make the decision to forgive yourself, let go of stigma and destructive self-narratives, and write your own story.

“I’m not going to lie. I think I may be a little addicted to it.”

Burnouts will ruin the brain.

Photo by Paweł L. on Pexels.com In the tapestry of everyday life, we often overlook the threads that weave the most vibrant patterns: our interactions with strangers. These seemingly insignificant …

A top mental health expert explains the best ways to support a friend or family member who's coping with depression.

What is music therapy? Music therapy is defined as the “use of music or elements of music to accomplish goals, like reducing stress or improving quality of life”. It can include singing, …

Deconstructing the myth of "forgive and forget."

Mental health awareness campaigns spread the word about mental health and wellness resources and work to eliminate stigma attached to mental disorders.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and there’s no better way to start it off than taking the first step in seeking help or assisting those who would like to start counseling. Doing so raises awareness and helps break down negative, long-held beliefs — many of them untrue — about what it means to attend […]

It’s May, so just checking in… “How is everybody doing?”

Mental Health Awareness Month in May 2024 represents an opportunity to raise awareness, promote understanding, and challenge stigmas surrounding mental health.

"We're all just human. And you can do it."

Your bookshelf could really use these.

By the nature of how depression manifests itself, it’s often hard for those in its grip to seek any support, let alone therapy.  And while it may seem like everyone else isn’t struggling, there’s a good chance that’s not the case. In fact, major depression is one of the common mental illnesses, affecting about 8% […]

Those friends who seem to handle it all? They’ll do it even better with support from you.

Disenfranchised abuse of men.