Not Just ‘Down’ or ‘Happy’: Exploring Mood Disorders
Everyone feels down or euphoric from time to time, but this is different from having a mood disorder. Introduction Mood disorders are extended periods of depressed, euphoric, or irritable moods…
Online Therapy Having its Moment
Because of COVID-19, more and more therapists are turning to telehealth counseling and finding help. Could this be the wave of the future? By Dr. Nicholas JoycePsychologistUniversity of South Florida Introduction The coronavirus…
Therapy on the go: People are Tapping Apps for Mental Health Care
How do mental health apps compare to in-person therapy? A social worker and expert on technology and human services explains. By Dr. Lauri GoldkindAssociate Professor of Social WorkFordham University Introduction It might be surprising to think about browsing…
Teaching Positive Psychology Skills Could Help Student Mental Health
Positive psychology focuses on science-based ideas about how to increase your happiness and live a satisfying life. By Dr. Kai Zhuang ShumAssistant Professor of School PsychologyUniversity of Tennessee Introduction Youth mental health has worsened significantly over the…
Live Each Day Like It’s Your … First?
Five reasons “live each day like it’s your last” is the worst advice ever. By Dr. Roman KrznaricPublic Philosopher and Former Political Scientist Introduction Ever been to a Death Cafe? They’ve been…
Feeling Anxious Makes it Harder to Stop Feeling Anxious
Anxious people tend to perceive their world in a more threatening way. By Dr. Adam HeenanPhD Candidate in Clinical PsychologyQueen’s University, Ontario Introduction Anxious people tend to perceive their world in a more…
Laughing is Good for Your Mind and Your Body
laughter comes with many benefits for physical and mental health. By Dr. Janet M. GibsonProfessor of Cognitive PsychologyGrinnell College Introduction Amusement and pleasant surprises – and the laughter they can trigger – add texture…
How Exercise Boosts the Brain and Mental Health
Working out buffs up the body — and perhaps the mind, too. By Bob HolmesScience Writer Introduction Mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety aren’t easy to treat. Medications…
The Right to Mental Health and the Importance of Self-Care
Being healthy is more than just surviving. By Lindsey Reid Introduction While it seems that most people today would agree that taking care of one’s mental health is important, it…
Brain Scans Shed Light on PTSD but Cannot Diagnose It
The brain can do a lot, but it is vulnerable, especially to traumatic events. Introduction Celebrities and public figures have recently been more open about mental health conditions they deal with.…
