Instagram According to Olympian Gabbi Cunningham, social media has completely changed the relationship between elite athletes and their fans. Namely, social media gives fans direct access to their favorite athletes, which can be a blessing and a curse. Sometimes, that…
When the odds are stacked against you, you’ve probably heard somebody refer to your chances as “one in a million.” Yet the likelihood of winning the lottery is even slimmer than that. Rather, CNBC reports that the odds are roughly…
According to the University of California at San Francisco, chest pain is one of the most common reasons for visits to the emergency room. The condition can be caused by a number of different factors, including anxiety and panic attacks…
There are many benefits to the keto diet, and it’s possible that anxiety reduction can be added to the list. The keto diet, which is rich in healthy fats and proteins while being low in carbohydrates, has been found to…
Anxiety is a natural part of being human. Most of us feel anxious to some degree at some point during our lives. But for some people, anxiety can be all-encompassing and overwhelming, notes the American Psychological Association. People struggling with…
Sometimes, it can feel like taking care of our mental health is a full-time job. Unfortunately, there are plenty of factors that can increase our risk of mental illness, making caring for ourselves even more important. Researchers have discovered another…
When you’re under stress, this triggers what’s known as the flight-or-fight response, causing the release of hormones like cortisol and adrenaline to help you cope with any threats — real or perceived — in your environment. These hormones cause your breathing to speed…
An unfortunate and frustrating part of aging is losing some of the mental and physical abilities you had when you were in your 20s or 30s. You forget why you walked into the kitchen, and you can’t beat your 5K…
Bellamy Young might be known for her roles in “Scandal” and “Promised Land,” but her upcoming stage performance, “Bonded,” brings awareness about survivors of family trauma. Young’s one-day performance will benefit MenHealing, a charity that helps men over 18 heal…
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the need for mental health care in the United States has been increasingly in demand. From mental illness to substance abuse, getting adequate mental health care is just as important as primary care. And yet…