#mental health
#mental health

12 minutes ago

How Much Online Mental Health Guidance Is Wrong? What to Do

Social media influencers in mental health can help counter misinformation by sharing evidence-based content.

fromBig Think

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Are we over-diagnosing ourselves? Rethinking the language of mental illness.

Life's inherent difficulties lead to symptoms of mental distress, which can significantly impact well-being and relationships.

Higher education

Mental Health Maze on Campus

fromMission Local

Higher education

As S.F. pivots to mandatory drug treatment, DPH cuts counselor training at City College

Games

fromKotaku

"This Is Fine" Dog Fights For Therapy In Official Metroidvania

Question Hound's journey in 'This Is Fine: Maximum Cope' addresses mental anxieties through gameplay and exploration of personal fears.

How to show up at work when your life is falling apart

Therapists can face personal struggles while maintaining professionalism through reliable strategies and mental strength plays.

12 minutes ago

How Much Online Mental Health Guidance Is Wrong? What to Do

Social media influencers in mental health can help counter misinformation by sharing evidence-based content.

fromBig Think

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Are we over-diagnosing ourselves? Rethinking the language of mental illness.

Life's inherent difficulties lead to symptoms of mental distress, which can significantly impact well-being and relationships.

Higher education

Mental Health Maze on Campus

Colleges are expanding mental health services, but students struggle to understand and utilize these resources due to language and visibility issues.

Higher education

fromMission Local

As S.F. pivots to mandatory drug treatment, DPH cuts counselor training at City College

Mayor Lurie aims to address drug use and mental health issues despite budget cuts affecting vital programs like the Community Mental Health Certificate Program.

Games

fromKotaku

"This Is Fine" Dog Fights For Therapy In Official Metroidvania

Question Hound's journey in 'This Is Fine: Maximum Cope' addresses mental anxieties through gameplay and exploration of personal fears.

How to show up at work when your life is falling apart

Therapists can face personal struggles while maintaining professionalism through reliable strategies and mental strength plays.

Half of young Europeans turn to AI to talk about intimate matters

Technology is reshaping human connections, leading individuals to seek emotional support from AI instead of friends.

#parenting

fromFatherly

39 minutes ago

Books

Jon Gustin, The Tired Dad, On the Manosphere, Stoicism, and Showing Up

23 hours ago

Control Versus Connection in Parenting and Teaching

Control in parenting can undermine children's sense of self and internal compass, leading to negative mental health outcomes.

fromDaily Mom magazine

Online Parenting Classes: Parent Resources & Parenting Help

Online Parenting Classes provide expert guidance for busy families, helping them navigate modern parenting challenges with evidence-based strategies.

Parenting

My Sister Doesn't Know the Gruesome Story About How Our Mom Died. I'm Worried She'll Find Out Online.

Children should learn the truth about their parent's death from a trusted source to avoid shock and betrayal from discovering it online.

Books

fromFatherly

39 minutes ago

Jon Gustin, The Tired Dad, On the Manosphere, Stoicism, and Showing Up

Fatigue is embraced as a badge of honor, sparking conversations about the challenges of family, work, and relationships.

23 hours ago

Control Versus Connection in Parenting and Teaching

Control in parenting can undermine children's sense of self and internal compass, leading to negative mental health outcomes.

fromDaily Mom magazine

Online Parenting Classes: Parent Resources & Parenting Help

Online Parenting Classes provide expert guidance for busy families, helping them navigate modern parenting challenges with evidence-based strategies.

My Sister Doesn't Know the Gruesome Story About How Our Mom Died. I'm Worried She'll Find Out Online.

Children should learn the truth about their parent's death from a trusted source to avoid shock and betrayal from discovering it online.

I Just Saw the Messages My Husband Has Been Secretly Sending to My Sister. They're Vile.

Confronting a partner about inappropriate behavior requires caution and a safety plan.

#postpartum-depression

When PPD Shows Up As Rage Instead Of Tears

Postpartum depression can manifest as postpartum rage, which is often overlooked in standard screenings and dismissed by healthcare providers.

Why "Just Ask For Help" Is Terrible Advice For Moms With PPD

Postpartum depression creates significant barriers for new moms to seek help, making it difficult to ask for support when they need it most.

Can Fathers Get Postpartum Depression?

Postpartum depression affects fathers, particularly between three to six months after birth, impacting bonding and family relationships.

When PPD Shows Up As Rage Instead Of Tears

Postpartum depression can manifest as postpartum rage, which is often overlooked in standard screenings and dismissed by healthcare providers.

Why "Just Ask For Help" Is Terrible Advice For Moms With PPD

Postpartum depression creates significant barriers for new moms to seek help, making it difficult to ask for support when they need it most.

more#postpartum-depression

Can Fathers Get Postpartum Depression?

Postpartum depression affects fathers, particularly between three to six months after birth, impacting bonding and family relationships.

LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

Inside a hidden summer camp where trans youth in the South thrive

Transcending Adolescence camp helps transgender youth find acceptance and support, significantly impacting their mental health and sense of belonging.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

When Winning Is Dumb

Youth sports have shifted focus from growth and learning to winning, impacting children's confidence and mental health.

Exercise

Online fitness content can be dangerous. An Olympian scientist explains what to look out for

Fitness content on social media negatively impacts mental health and self-image, potentially encouraging disordered eating behaviors.

Single dose of magic mushroom psychedelic can cause anatomical brain changes, study finds

A single dose of psilocybin can induce lasting anatomical changes in the brain, potentially explaining its therapeutic effects on mental health.

Mindfulness

4 Benefits of Masturbation

Masturbation and orgasms provide stress relief, improve sleep, and enhance sexual self-awareness, contributing positively to mental and physical health.

4 Things That Help Depression More Than You May Think

The serotonin theory of depression is false; new guidelines emphasize exercise, sleep, nutrition, and therapy over medication for treatment.

SF LGBT

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

The trans tax': Why feeling safe can mean paying more to live in the Bay Area

Liam Chavez found acceptance in Berkeley after struggling with identity and family rejection due to his transition.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

Toronto woman who wants to die by MAID asks court for urgent exemption | CBC News

A Canadian woman seeks court exemption for medical assistance in dying due to mental health struggles, currently excluded under existing laws.

Poker

7 hours ago

I've Researched and Written About Addiction for Years. I'm Appalled by the Atlantic's Viral Gambling Story.

Gambling addiction is exacerbated by the accessibility of sports betting apps, leading to severe consequences for individuals.

Digital life

fromMail Online

7 hours ago

Always scrolling? 3 key drivers of problematic internet use, revealed

Three key drivers of problematic internet use are desire for distraction, compulsive behavior, and diminished ability to stop.

9 hours ago

The death of the daily commute (and why some parents kinda miss it)

Remote work has eliminated the commute, which provided essential alone time for mental health, leading to increased stress and burnout for parents.

from48 hills

15 hours ago

Letters: Lurie's 'Reset Center is a disaster waiting to happen - 48 hills

The Reset Center plan lacks necessary medical support and will likely lead to poor outcomes and preventable deaths among vulnerable individuals.

Mindfulness

16 hours ago

How Stopping to Smell the Roses Benefits Relationships

Being present-focused enhances well-being and can reduce relationship stress when partners share similar time perspectives.

Music production

fromLos Angeles Times

18 hours ago

With 'Eterno,' Calle 24 is ready to move on from the glitz

Diego Millán, known as Calle 24, shifts from glam rock star themes to authentic reflections on wealth, mental health, and societal issues in his music.

Pets

fromTime Out New York

15 hours ago

A free mobile cat therapy pod is landing near Washington Square Park this week

Students can relieve stress during finals by interacting with therapy cats in a mobile Therapod.

Brooklyn

fromNew York Daily News

20 hours ago

Sucker-punching FBI agent on Brooklyn sidewalk gets recently paroled ex-con another year

Darren McKenzie was sentenced to a year and a day for assaulting an FBI agent shortly after being released on parole.

When the Soul Says No

Moral distress and moral injury are now recognized in DSM-5-TR as significant areas for clinical focus, affecting trust and well-being.

fromPadailypost

Realtor accused in attack of Larry Page's security guard gets probation

The change in her demeanor is downright frightening," Feldman said. "I have called police on Li 14 times and am fed up that she keeps being released."

Law

Social justice

20 hours ago

The Psychology of Free Speech

Free speech is essential for mental health and cognitive growth, not just a legal right.

Wellness

fromBustle

21 hours ago

Here's Why "Just Because" Texts Are A Legitimate Wellness Hack

Sending 'just because' texts boosts mood and strengthens connections with friends and family.

#virtual-reality

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Schools using VR headsets to help pupils with stress, says report

Virtual reality headsets are being used in schools to help students manage anxiety and improve mental well-being.

London schools trialling VR to relieve pupils' stress

Virtual reality is being used in schools to help students manage stress and anxiety related to exams and personal issues.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Schools using VR headsets to help pupils with stress, says report

Virtual reality headsets are being used in schools to help students manage anxiety and improve mental well-being.

London schools trialling VR to relieve pupils' stress

Virtual reality is being used in schools to help students manage stress and anxiety related to exams and personal issues.

more#virtual-reality

Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

23 hours ago

Grok Convinces Man to Arm Himself Because Assassins Are Coming to Kill Him

AI chatbots can lead users into mental health crises, termed 'AI psychosis', by affirming delusional beliefs and spiraling them into paranoia.

Toronto Raptors

fromRaptors Republic

Jakob Poeltl shares insight on how his back injury affected him

Jakob Poeltl faced significant challenges due to back injuries, impacting his performance and mental health during the season.

The mindset shift that ended my Sunday-night dread

The belief that one can get on top of tasks leads to a perpetual sense of obligation and productivity debt.

Remodel

fromSilicon Canals

Nobody talks about why middle class habits - the overscheduled weekends, the obsessive home improvement, the constant low-grade planning for a future that never quite arrives - aren't ambition, they're the anxiety of people who grew up close enough to precarity to remember it, and have been quietly running from that memory ever since - Silicon Canals

Constant busyness is mistaken for productivity, leading to a cycle of exhaustion and the illusion of progress.

Productivity

fromBig Think

The mindset shift that ended my Sunday-night dread

The belief that one can get on top of tasks leads to a perpetual sense of obligation and productivity debt.

Remodel

fromSilicon Canals

Nobody talks about why middle class habits - the overscheduled weekends, the obsessive home improvement, the constant low-grade planning for a future that never quite arrives - aren't ambition, they're the anxiety of people who grew up close enough to precarity to remember it, and have been quietly running from that memory ever since - Silicon Canals

Constant busyness is mistaken for productivity, leading to a cycle of exhaustion and the illusion of progress.

Good Morning, News: Attack at the MAC, Spirit Airlines Shuts Down, and Lying Giuliani in Critical Condition... Probably - Portland Mercury

Portland experienced a tragic incident at the Multnomah Athletic Club involving a former employee who caused an explosion.

Women with perinatal OCD are still being failed | Letter

Perinatal OCD is a serious condition affecting many women, often misunderstood and inadequately addressed in healthcare systems.

I'm Watching My Best Friend's Rapid Downward Spiral. I Think My Strategy for "Helping" Is Backfiring.

Support for friends with addiction requires a balance between gentleness and tough love.

Mindfulness

fromYogaRenew

Mindfulness for Anxiety

Mindfulness is as effective as medication for treating anxiety disorders, offering similar benefits without the side effects.

Alternative medicine

fromScienceDaily

Scientists reveal creatine's hidden power beyond muscle gains

Creatine enhances energy production in muscles and the brain, with potential benefits for mental health and disease treatment beyond athletic performance.

How to Recover After a Friend Betrays You

Avoid repeating betrayal stories to reduce stress and focus on healing.

Recovery for BPD Doesn't Have to Take Years

More than half of individuals with BPD have never attempted suicide and do not require crisis-level care.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Paper

'Not a way to live': Vernikov calls for policy overhaul after Sheepshead Bay encampment cleared * Brooklyn Paper

The clearing of a homeless encampment in Sheepshead Bay highlights ongoing challenges in addressing homelessness and mental health in New York.

Should You Stop Listening to Your Body So Much?

Excessive awareness of bodily sensations can worsen anxiety and lead to various problems, but steps can be taken to reduce this hyperawareness.

Mental health

Welcome to Anxietyland: I used alcohol to hide my fear but booze became a very bad friend

Stop Calling It Rejection Sensitivity

Anxious children often misinterpret uncertainty as rejection, leading to feelings of being unloved or unwanted.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

I'm a Big Tech executive with ADHD and anxiety. Neurodivergence has its downsides, but I've turned my habits into strengths.

Anxiety can serve as a beneficial tool for focus and preparedness in high-pressure situations.

Should You Stop Listening to Your Body So Much?

Excessive awareness of bodily sensations can worsen anxiety and lead to various problems, but steps can be taken to reduce this hyperawareness.

Welcome to Anxietyland: I used alcohol to hide my fear but booze became a very bad friend

Experiencing panic disorder in 2018 led to overwhelming anxiety and panic attacks, marking a new and terrifying phase in a long struggle with mental health.

Stop Calling It Rejection Sensitivity

Anxious children often misinterpret uncertainty as rejection, leading to feelings of being unloved or unwanted.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

I'm a Big Tech executive with ADHD and anxiety. Neurodivergence has its downsides, but I've turned my habits into strengths.

Anxiety can serve as a beneficial tool for focus and preparedness in high-pressure situations.

I Have to Leave My Job, Even Though It's Going to Mean the End of My Marriage.

Financial planning for a career change is complicated by personal relationships and emotional well-being.

fromIndependent

Early-onset Parkinson's: 'I felt trapped in a body that didn't feel like mine anymore'

"My initial symptoms were quite vague. Numerous things. I just knew I wasn't right. When I say exhaustion...in your first trimester of pregnancy, you feel a slump. If you quadruple that, that's just barely touching it."

Medicine

#eating-disorders

Mental health

When Are You Truly Recovered From an Eating Disorder?

Burnt Out and Stuck in Eating Disorder Recovery

Burnout can create a false sense of stability in eating disorder recovery, masking ongoing unhealthy patterns and thoughts.

When Are You Truly Recovered From an Eating Disorder?

Recovery encompasses body, behaviors, and mindset, focusing on a meaningful life rather than just symptom cessation.

Burnt Out and Stuck in Eating Disorder Recovery

Burnout can create a false sense of stability in eating disorder recovery, masking ongoing unhealthy patterns and thoughts.

more#eating-disorders

Why Mental Disorders So Often Travel Together

Many psychiatric disorders share genetic risk factors, suggesting overlapping biological roots that may influence diagnosis and treatment.

Online Community Development

Why Older Men Are at Higher Risk for Suicide

Late-life suicide risk in men is linked to multiple unmet psychological needs rather than solely untreated depression.

The Power of Community: Preventing Loneliness and Isolation

Strong social ties are essential for mental and physical health, yet loneliness and social isolation are increasing, particularly among young adults.

What People Really Think About Narcissism: 5 Insights

Public perception of narcissism often overestimates its prevalence and misaligns with clinical definitions.

Public health

The Guardian view on unhealthy Britain: from housing to junk food, there are solutions | Editorial

Healthy life expectancy in Britain has declined, raising concerns about public health and quality of life despite advances in medical treatment.

US news

fromABC7 Chicago

Palisades Fire suspect was upset about past relationship, fixated on Luigi Mangione, prosecutors say

Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of starting the Palisades firestorm, driven by personal distress and obsession with fire.

Writing

fromHer Campus

Content Creation Burnout Is Real

Content creation can transform from a joyful expression to a burdensome routine, leading to burnout and loss of joy in the process.

fromSilicon Canals

Psychology says the people who thrive in high-pressure environments aren't the most resilient - they've just built better systems for knowing when to stop - Silicon Canals

Sustainable high performance relies on recognizing limits and implementing systems, not just sheer resilience or toughness.

Philosophy

Looking to find meaning and purpose in your life? Try these simple steps

Many people experience a meaning crisis, particularly the younger generation, leading to increased rates of depression and anxiety.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

Meta is adding guardrails for teens using AI chatbots, but experts say they won't address mental health risks | CBC News

Concerns about youth engagement with AI chatbots are rising, prompting parental monitoring tools and potential bans in some provinces.

London politics

fromIndependent

Shane Ross: How Dee Forbes' silence left a trail of confusion and controversy at RTE

Dee Forbes's resignation has polarized opinions, with some viewing her as a villain and others as a scapegoat amid the RTÉ scandal.

fromMail Online

AI addiction leaves sufferers feeling suicidal, experts wran

AI chatbot addiction is increasingly recognized as a mental illness, with users reporting severe emotional and social consequences.

Burnout Is Having a Banner Year

Rising costs and social isolation contribute to chronic burnout, while humor and connection serve as resistance against despair.

UX design

fromMedium

6 days ago

The interface that responds

AI systems are designed to engage with human emotions but raise ethical concerns about authenticity and human connection.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

I'm 51 and child-free, and the sole caretaker for my 92-year-old dad. It's taken a toll on my social life.

Caring for an aging parent is challenging, regardless of personal circumstances like being single or child-free.

Only 3% of suicides linked to domestic abuse result in prosecution, data shows

Between 2020 and 2025, 553 people took their own lives after suspected abuse in an intimate relationship, but only 17 posthumous charges were brought.

UK news

One of the most profound encounters of my life': could existential therapist Emmy van Deurzen change the way you think?

Emmy van Deurzen established existential therapy in the UK, emphasizing the need for support during mental health crises beyond traditional anti-psychiatry.

#meta

fromBiloxi Sun Herald

Social media marketing

Meta faces US lawmaker scrutiny over removal of lawyer ads for social media addiction cases

fromMiami Herald

Social media marketing

Meta faces US lawmaker scrutiny over removal of lawyer ads for social media addiction cases

fromBiloxi Sun Herald

Social media marketing

Meta faces US lawmaker scrutiny over removal of lawyer ads for social media addiction cases

fromMiami Herald

Social media marketing

Meta faces US lawmaker scrutiny over removal of lawyer ads for social media addiction cases

Inside Rejection Sensitivity

Rejection sensitivity can lead to misperceptions of criticism and is often linked to mental health issues.

7 Things People Often Get Wrong About Trauma

Trauma is a complex experience that affects both the mind and body, requiring a holistic approach to healing.

Remote teams

fromEntrepreneur

How to Make Employee Wellness a Core Strategy, Not a Perk

Workplace burnout is a major business risk, impacting productivity and growth, necessitating a shift towards prioritizing mental health and sustainable work environments.

3 Things Mentally Strong People Do to Stop Worrying

Worry can be managed by scheduling specific times to address it, allowing for better mental control and focus on the present.

When Relationship Doubts Are a Sign of OCD

Relationship OCD (ROCD) involves intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors focused on partners or relationships, leading to significant distress and uncertainty.

Healthcare

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Momnibus: A Fix for the Preventable Maternal Health Crisis

Most maternal deaths are preventable, yet racial disparities persist, highlighting the need for comprehensive reforms like the Momnibus Act.

Health

Americans are exhausted, a new CDC report shows

Nearly a third of U.S. adults sleep less than seven hours per night, impacting public health significantly.

fromThe Atlantic

The Psychiatrist's Case for Downsizing a Friendship

Anxious attachment may enhance sensitivity to subtle indicators, which can be beneficial in certain contexts like stock trading.

fromTiny Buddha

A Little-Known Truth About People-Pleasing and How to Stop (for Good) - Tiny Buddha

People-pleasing may stem from childhood trauma and a deep-seated fear of losing belonging and safety in relationships.

Evidence Mounts: Sex Dolls Reduce Men's Sexual Compulsivity

Adult-looking sex dolls may reduce sexual compulsivity and violent tendencies in users, contrary to critics' claims of increased violence and objectification.

UK news

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Cricket club bans social media comments to protect players' mental health

Kent Cricket has suspended social media comments to protect players' mental health amid poor performance and criticism from fans.

Relationships

When Survivors Are Blamed for Family Estrangement

Survivors of abandonment often face victim-blaming, which distorts their understanding of the situation and reinforces feelings of shame.

When It's Not Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is often misdiagnosed; normal variability in erections is common and excessive worry can exacerbate issues.

MMA

fromCageside Press

UFC Perth's Dom Mar Fan Embraces Doubters, Vows to Win Them Over

Dom Mar Fan transformed his life through MMA, finding focus and purpose despite early struggles and setbacks as an underdog.

Why You Shouldn't Believe in Your Worry

Worrying is a cycle driven by beliefs that misinterpret responsibility and certainty, focusing on imagined worst-case scenarios rather than present realities.

Digital life

fromDazed

When did food noise get so loud?

Food content on social media can trigger cravings and complicate relationships with food, leading to overwhelming thoughts about eating.

Higher education

fromNature

US faculty members report high levels of anxiety

Academics experience high job-related anxiety, especially in health disciplines, but strong social support can help manage it.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Trump is sold on psychedelic therapy. What does the science say?

Psychedelic drugs are being researched for their potential to treat mental health issues, marking a significant shift in perception and scientific study.

Arts

fromwww.npr.org