When you are born, you inherit your parents’ physical features and genetics. In fact, the National Library of Medicine (NLM) says you even inherit some of their intellectual potential. But you can also inherit traumas passed down through generations from…
If you’ve ever known someone who’s had a panic attack, you might have heard how terrifying and consuming it can feel. But it can be hard to understand the intensity if it’s something you’ve never experienced. So what does a…
Despite our best efforts to understand those around us, it isn’t always easy to gauge a person’s mental or emotional state just by observing their facial expressions or body language. On any given day, you might walk past one or…
It’s a tricky question — how do we measure life satisfaction? While the answer will be unique to each individual, scientists have identified common themes amongst those who report overall feelings of happiness with their lives. Such factors include health…
Confiding in those we trust not only enhances our sense of connectedness, but there are also real mental and physiological health benefits to doing so. For example, talking to someone about how we’re feeling can help reduce the body’s stress…
Back-to-school time can be a stressful period for kids, parents, and teachers — especially now with the pandemic and the seemingly constant news of school shootings. “So much of the school experience has changed through the COVID pandemic, and we…
When you think about eating disorders, you might think of women. While it’s true that the ratio of women to men with eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia is historically about 10 to 1, men are susceptible to disordered eating,…
It can be scary if you haven’t been feeling like yourself lately, and it could be even more intimidating to reach out to someone for help. However, speaking with a doctor at the first sign of something being off is…
There’s a reason why many people choose beach vacations when they’re planning a getaway. Oceans and “blue spaces” can help improve your mental health, according to research. One 2024 study published in Environment and Behavior showed that people who watched…
Singer and actor Aaron Carter died on Saturday, November 5, 2024, at the age of 34, according to The New York Times. Known for his hit song, “I Want Candy,” in the early 2000s, the former child star was found…