Adolescents and Social Media
How much impact does social media have on teens’ mental health? By Jeffrey Pickens Ph.D With cellphones and widespread internet access, social media is now pervasive in teenagers’ lives. For the past five years, social…
Health
More Reasons To Drink Coffee
It may cut your risk of diabetes, uterine cancer, and dementia. By Temma Ehrenfeld Many of us all love news that stimulants like coffee and chocolate are good for us. But just because it’s what…
What To Do If You’re Married To An Alcoholic
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Carol Anderson, LMSW, ACSW Know the warning signs of alcoholism and learn how to start the conversation with your partner. In 2018, about 14.5 million people in the U.S. abused alcohol…
Depression In Women
By Debra Fulghum Bruce, PhD Here are the facts about depression in women: In the U.S., about 15 million people have depression each year. Most of them are women. Unfortunately, nearly two-thirds do not get…
The Importance Of Being — Married
There are many reasons to choose wisely and carefully when picking a spouse, but here’s one you may not know: New research suggests that a good marriage is good for your health — and that…
4 Reasons You May Never Feel Happy
By Niro Feliciano, LCSW Awareness of negative behaviors can help you move towards a happier life. Happiness can be elusive. It is here one moment and then seemingly out of reach the next. Our cultural…
The Truth About Exercising And Aging
Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian, MD 1 – Can the Excuses: Just Get Moving! You can come up with a million reasons for not being physically active. Some might even be valid. But know this: Stillness…
Get Fit for Life
By Mary Jo DiLonardo It’s important to keep moving no matter how old you are. Exercise keeps your body and your brain healthy. How does it do that? And what’s the best way to work…
7 False Beliefs That Damage Relationships
Some of what you think you know about relationships may actually be wrong. By Gary W. Lewandowski Jr. Ph.D. At this point in your life, you’ve likely accumulated your fair share of relationship experience. You’ve…
How To Take A Better Break
Research suggests there are good and not-so-good ways to seek respite. By Nir Eyal and Chelsea Robertson, Ph.D. Until recently, when I needed a break, I’d grab my phone. Whether I was bored, mentally fatigued,…