If you have felt more anxious, depressed, or generally unwell since the pandemic, you are not alone. Between 40 to 55 percent of adults in the U.S. are reported to have experienced a negative impact on their mental health since the emergence of the novel coronavirus....
It’s the middle of summer, and for many that means school’s out, the grass is green, and it’s time to hit the beach with friends and family. But for some, summer can be the most challenging time of year. The beach is too hot and sunscreen is...
During an election season, it’s easy to find yourself emotionally wrung out, especially during times when our country’s politics become more partisan than usual. Add to that the emotions created by movements like #metoo and the new attention on feelings that many...
Psychologists have identified about a dozen key life events that can create tremendous stress. Guess one that’s near the top of the list: Starting college. Going to college is exciting—and a little terrifying for many people. It may be the first time someone is living...
There’s been much in the news recently about the overuse of opioid medications in the U.S. and those who have become physically dependent or addicted to pain medications as well as other substances such as alcohol. The gravest consequence of misusing opioids is...
What do you think when you see a commercial on TV for a prescription medication? Does it make you want to ask your healthcare provider about it? Do you even remember the drug after the next commercial has played? Called direct-to-consumer (or DTC) advertising, the...
