What’s the Mind-Muscle Connection?
You may have heard that strength training – working your muscles – can help fortify your bones and maintain healthy weight. But while many of
Why Is Exercise So Good for Mental Health? Thank ‘Hope Molecules’
We’ve all heard the admonition that exercise is 'good' for you. Research has shown it boosts physical and mental health. But why, exactly, is that
May the 4th Be With You – Remembering “Mental Health Hero” Carrie Fisher
May the 4th be with you. While Star Wars fans celebrate this unofficial holiday, it’s worth reflecting on the life of Carrie Fisher – icon
Have a Meaningful May – Look Outside Yourself
To improve mental health, experts say young people need genuine sources of meaning in their lives. Directors of the UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent Andrew J.
What College Admissions Are Doing to Young People’s Well-Being
When William Deresiewicz was teaching English at Yale, he was struck with how many of his high-achieving students – ostensibly some of the best and
Age 13 Is Too Young for Social Media, Says Surgeon General
When should kids be allowed to use social media? Most platforms allow users starting at 13 years old, but according to Education Week, U.S. Surgeon
Forgiveness: Not Just for Religious Spaces Anymore
“To err is human; to forgive, divine,” wrote Alexander Pope in 1711. Whether it is divine or not, a vast body of research shows forgiveness
Why Caring for the Earth Is Caring for Yourself
If you’re not naturally inclined to hug a tree, why bother caring for the environment? This Earth Day, here are a few reminders: From fires to
TikTok: Community Support & Rampant Misinformation About ADHD
Social media is a space where many teens and young adults connect and talk about what it is like to live with ADHD. According to
How to Come Alongside Your Struggling Teen – A Case Study
In light of the CDC’s recent data showing that three in five teen girls felt persistently sad and hopeless, a CBS News segment questions what