A study published in the Lancet found that the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in anxiety and major depressive disorders across the world, particularly among women and young people. The study included 48 previously conducted studies from around the world, and pulled together their findings in an analysis of 204 countries and territories …
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Have you ever found your ability to make a seemingly-simple choice hindered by your emotional state? Caroline Leaf, PhD—neuroscientist and Cleaning Up The Mental Mess author—and Sage Grazer, therapist and co-founder of mental health startup Frame, describe the ways in which stress and anxiety can heavily effect your decision-making process. After describing the science behind it …
If you feel exhausted no matter how much rest you get, there might be things you can do to fix this. There are a lot of mindless habits we’ve all cultivated that can unknowingly drain our energy. This HuffPost article highlights 12 of them: they range from things as simple as having too many tabs …
Though there is no such thing as a “perfect morning routine,” experts have come up with a list of ideas for you to fill your morning time, with the goal of achieving more productivity and happiness throughout the rest of your day. These 10 tips include things as simple as making your bed and avoiding …
Late last year the advocacy group Mental Health America surveyed teenagers about the things they believed would be most helpful for their mental health. More than half of the respondents cited the ability to take a mental health day. As our country’s mental health crisis continues to worsen, especially amongst the younger populations, many people …
If you sometimes find it hard to fall asleep, you’re not alone — up to 30% of Americans suffer from symptoms of insomnia. Neuropsychologist Dr. Sanam Hafeez speaks with Ladder on why this is and what we can do to help our sleeplessness. “When you’re awake at 3 a.m., the best thing you can do …
It’s never easy to watch a loved one suffer. Many of us know someone who deals with anxiety on a daily basis, and many of us would love to help. The Thirty Magazines reached out to psychology expert Dr. Cheyenne Bryant, Ph.D, who gave her advice on how one can support those with anxiety. The …
Earlier this week, American gymnast Simone Biles made headlines by withdrawing from the competition and prioritizing her mental health. Earlier this year, Naomi Osaka also withdrew from Wimbledon to focus on her mental health. It’s sparked a serious conversation concerning mental health as people go back and forth on whether or not these athletes did …
Author Rachel Orr has written frequently about her experience with mental health issues. She has found that expressing her own journey and struggles through the medium of comics has helped people feel more comfortable in sharing their stories and feeling less alone. She shares 7 of these comics with us, covering topics from re-entry anxiety …
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or any other mental health issue, Parade Magazine recommends these 10 online support groups to join. Some people are often afraid to seek out a strong support system–others simply don’t know where to find one. But many find that support groups are frequently a pivotal part of one’s recovery. …
As more and more people get vaccinated, and things begin to go back to normal, a question comes to mind: what does “normal” even mean? For some, seeing friends and family is a relief, as is settling back into old routines. For others, they may never feel settled again. The lasting psychological effects of the …
There’s a difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder that is sometimes unclear, and thus makes both harder to treat. This Ted Talk features Dr. Jen Gunter explaining how to tell when “worrying and fear crosses the line and needs attention.” Delving into the science behind our brain’s response to anxiety-inducing situations, this five minute …