Mental Health

Mental health contributes to your overall wellness. Learn about types of mental illness and how you can improve your overall outlook.

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How to Stop Fighting so Much, According to Relationship Experts

Ease the tension in your relationship and learn how to resolve conflict with advice from our relationship and dating experts.


Here’s Why You Feel Depressed the Day After Drinking

The overwhelming feeling of depression and anxiety after a night of drinking is more common than you think and here's...


‘Magic Mushrooms’ for PTSD: Why Psychedelics May Help Heal Trauma

Psychedelic-assisted therapy, including the use of 'magic mushrooms', may aid in the treatment of PTSD, research suggests.


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Why So Many People Are Scared of These 10 Things

Some of our top fears include both emotional and physical threats. Here's what you should know about fear.


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Not A Hugger: Why Some People Don’t Like Hugging

Don't like getting a hug? You're not alone. Our experts explain why.


11 Simple Ways to Prevent the Post-Holiday Blues

The post-holiday blues sometimes follow holiday depression. Here are some ways to cope with the emotional let-down that can happen...


How I Finally Overcame My Fear of Needles

Maryam Bami had to face her biggest fear to learn what was plaguing her health.


How to Deal with Depression: What Worked for 16 Real-Life People

From meds to exercise to experimental therapies, people break through the isolation and get real about the things that made...

10 Healthy Experience Gifts Wellness Fans Will Love

You'll surprise and delight your friends and family with these thoughtful gifts for better health.


11 5-Second Strategies to Stop Anxiety in Its Tracks

Top experts share exactly what you need to do to reduce those anxious feelings, both in the moment and for...


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18 Things Doctors Wish You Knew About CBD for Anxiety

You can find CBD oil in lip balm and shampoo, pain relief products and pet treats: Most tout CBD's supposed...


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29 Simple Habits that Relieve Holiday Stress and Anxiety

Are the holidays the season of excitement or a time for anxiety and frustration? Here are expert tips to get...


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7 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Watch Scary Movies

Discover what the "boo!" factor can do to your body—and your mind.


15 Best-Ever Comebacks to Body Shaming

Get inspired to stand up against body shamers with these bold and brilliant comebacks from empowering celebs and everyday women.


36 Depression Quotes That Capture Exactly What You’re Feeling

You may laugh, and you may cry. But hopefully you'll feel a little less alone in your struggles after reading...


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5 Free Personality Tests You Can Take in Minutes

These quick online quizzes offer surprisingly accurate snapshots of your defining characteristics.


10 Signs That You Might Be Depressed

When negative feelings linger and begin to take a toll on your job, health, or relationships, it's time to see...

10 Signs You Have Incredible Empathy

It's more than just being sensitive.


22 Ways to Stop Feeling Guilty All the Time

All that self-blame can take a major toll on your mental and physical health. Here’s how to retrain your brain...


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12 Clues to Spot a Narcissist

Experts say we're in an epidemic of narcissism. Do you know the telltale signs?


13 Common Words and Phrases That May Signal Depression

We all say these phrases from time to time, but if you notice yourself or a loved one using them...


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How to Calm Down: 24 Things to Do When You’re Angry

Are you an angry bird? Try these simple tricks to chill and think before you act.


How to Deal with a Depressed Spouse

If you think your partner may be depressed, your first step is to pay attention to the clues to get...

Top Tricks from Therapists on How to Deal with Anxiety

What's one of the worst things about having anxiety? Worrying about how much you worry. Here's how to stop.


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14 Things to Never Say to Someone with Depression

Even if you have the best of intentions, these tidbits of advice may hurt someone with depression more than they...


13 Signs You Could Have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

If you've ever been through something dangerous, shocking, extremely unsafe or life-threatening, look out for these subtle changes in your...


12 Ways to Help Someone with Depression, According to Psychologists

It can be tough to know what to do or say, so use these ideas straight from mental health professionals...


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14 Things Only People with Anxiety Will Understand

Living with anxiety is a huge challenge, and few non-sufferers can comprehend how the mental illness affects people. Here's what...


8 Signs You Could Have High-Functioning Depression

Just because you're not too sad and listless to get out of bed doesn't mean you may not be depressed....