Olympic Figure Skater Gracie Gold on Mental Health – and Being Pressured to be ‘Palatable’
In 2014, Gracie Gold shot to figure skating stardom, winning the U.S. national championship, earning a spot on the Olympic team, and winning a bronze
What Twins Tell Us About Childhood Trauma and Adult Mental Health
In addition to outward appearances, twins raised in the same household share a great deal of genetic material and childhood experiences. So when the mental
Sesame Street and APA Offer Youngest Kids Emotional Wellness Tools
In the midst of a mental health crisis amongst America’s youth, Sesame Street and the American Psychological Association (APA) are working to address the wellbeing
The Mental State of the World Report 2023
How do countries around the world fare when it comes to mental health? Where does the United States rank? This week, the Global Mind Project released
Teen Antidepressant Prescriptions Spiked During Pandemic, Study Finds
The COVID-19 pandemic took a major toll on youth mental health. A new study showing that antidepressant prescriptions for adolescents spiked at the same time
Feeling Lonely? Five Ways to Build One Friendship This Year
Friendships are key to flourishing in life. The Harvard Study of Adult Development – the world's longest scientific study of happiness, which explored the question
Do Pets Improve Your Mental Health?
Do pets improve your mental health? By an overwhelming majority, Americans respond with a resounding “yes.” In a February 2024 poll of over 2,200 adults, 84%
Ultrarunner’s 3,000-mile Cross-Country Trek for Mental Health Awareness
Forrest Gump isn't a patch on Paul Johnson. On March 1, 2024, Paul Johnson began an attempt to run 3,000 cross country – from Los Angeles to
5 Practical Ways to Bring Down Stress in Your Body
The mind and body are mysteriously linked. We’ve all experienced how the mind affects the body, as stressful situations can cause your heart to pound
Enjoy a More Mindful March
Looking for greater peace and contentment this March? You might give mindfulness a try. According to the American Psychological Association, mindfulness has become “a popular way