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Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 hour ago

How to Rebuild Self-Trust After Betrayal and Gaslighting

Self-trust is the ability to rely on one's own thoughts, feelings, and judgments, which can be eroded by betrayal and gaslighting.
fromPsychology Today
2 hours ago

High Hopes or Higher Anxiety?

Evidence for cannabis as a primary mental-health treatment is mixed and limited compared to other therapies. If one is already prone to anxiety, depression, or psychotic disorders, cannabis can amplify symptoms.
Cannabis
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 hours ago

Living in Constant Crisis Mode

Focusing on distressing news can lead to anxiety and depression, but we can choose where to direct our attention for better well-being.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 hours ago

Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria: The Actual Research

Rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) is extreme sensitivity to criticism, particularly relevant for those with ADHD and neurodivergent individuals.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 hours ago

College Mental Health Care Is Expanding, But Is It Working?

Colleges are expanding mental health services, but many students still feel overwhelmed and unsupported despite increased awareness and resources.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 hours ago

The Dark Wizard of Perfection

Dean Potter's perfectionism and obsession with being the best led to struggles with envy and depression, especially as younger climbers surpassed his achievements.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
20 hours ago

Why "Green Exercise" Belongs in Your Routine Twice a Month

Exercising in natural environments enhances mood, cognitive function, and physical health compared to indoor workouts.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 hours ago

Nick Reiner murder case delayed until September, autopsy reports still not prepared

Nick Reiner was charged with killing his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, who were found stabbed to death in their Brentwood home. The case is delayed due to incomplete autopsy reports and the need for extensive discovery materials, totaling nearly two terabytes, to be provided to the defense.
SF parents
Medicine
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 hours ago

Davis Schneider's brother died of an overdose. Blue Jays say naloxone can save others | CBC Sports

Davis Schneider aims to raise awareness about naloxone after losing his brother to an opioid overdose.
#loneliness
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Quote of the day by Carl Jung: "No one is more sensitive to companionship than the lonely man" - Silicon Canals

Loneliness amplifies the desire for connection while making it harder to engage, creating a cycle of retreat and hypersensitivity.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Quote of the day by Carl Jung: "No one is more sensitive to companionship than the lonely man" - Silicon Canals

Loneliness amplifies the desire for connection while making it harder to engage, creating a cycle of retreat and hypersensitivity.
#anxiety
fromFast Company
16 hours ago
Mental health

'I almost become paranoid': Why anxiety is so much worse in the middle of the night

Anxiety often spikes at night due to fewer distractions and fatigue, impacting sleep quality and overall functioning.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

You've Been Working on Your Anxiety: What You May Be Missing

Anxiety affects individuals uniquely across four systems, and understanding this can change one's relationship with it.
Mental health
fromFast Company
16 hours ago

'I almost become paranoid': Why anxiety is so much worse in the middle of the night

Anxiety often spikes at night due to fewer distractions and fatigue, impacting sleep quality and overall functioning.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

You've Been Working on Your Anxiety: What You May Be Missing

Anxiety affects individuals uniquely across four systems, and understanding this can change one's relationship with it.
Medicine
fromwww.morningstar.com
7 hours ago

Radial Expands to Seven Clinics with New Locations in Brooklyn and Spartanburg, SC

Radial opens new clinics in Brooklyn and Spartanburg, offering advanced brain medicine for mental health treatment.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
8 hours ago

Do Age and Timing of Bullying Matter in Mental Health?

Recent bullying has a stronger link to depressive symptoms than overall exposure, with recency being the most critical factor.
Medicine
fromThe Walrus
12 hours ago

Should Canada Extend MAID to People with Mental Illness? | The Walrus

Bill C-7 allows medical assistance in dying for those with intolerable suffering, excluding mental illness as the sole condition until 2027.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
12 hours ago

Homeless women sought shelter in NYC. They found chronic violence and dysfunction.

Violence and emergencies at Tillary Street Women's Shelter have surged, with incidents increasing by 72% since 2019.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
17 hours ago

When the World Feels Too Much: Understanding "Oscillanguish"

Emotional experiences today are influenced by rapid global, technological, and social changes, leading to oscillating feelings of hope and distress.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
18 hours ago

The Most Common Issues Gen X'ers Bring Up In Therapy, According To Therapists

Gen X faces a lingering stigma around mental health, contrasting with Millennials and Gen Z's openness to therapy.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
17 hours ago

The friends who text 'sorry just seeing this' three days later aren't disorganized. They're managing a private rule that says replying when overwhelmed produces worse outcomes than replying late - Silicon Canals

Delayed responses often stem from emotional overwhelm rather than disinterest, prioritizing meaningful communication over quick replies.
#london-marathon
Running
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Final London Marathon finishers given heroes' welcome at alternate finish line

Final finishers of the London Marathon received a warm welcome, showcasing resilience and hope despite personal challenges faced during the race.
Running
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I'm proud to have come last at the London Marathon'

Clair Roberts, who finished last in the London Marathon, expressed gratitude for raising funds for a charity that helped her during a dark time.
Running
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Final London Marathon finishers given heroes' welcome at alternate finish line

Final finishers of the London Marathon received a warm welcome, showcasing resilience and hope despite personal challenges faced during the race.
Running
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I'm proud to have come last at the London Marathon'

Clair Roberts, who finished last in the London Marathon, expressed gratitude for raising funds for a charity that helped her during a dark time.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
21 hours ago

People who keep apologising for things that aren't their fault aren't being humble. They learned that getting in front of blame was faster than waiting to find out whether it was coming - Silicon Canals

Nearly half of U.S. children face experiences leading to traumatic stress, influencing adult behaviors like chronic apologizing.
#adhd
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Are People With ADHD Drawn to the Mountains?

Nature provides a stimulating environment that helps individuals with ADHD thrive and find peace, especially during high-risk outdoor activities.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Are People With ADHD Drawn to the Mountains?

Nature provides a stimulating environment that helps individuals with ADHD thrive and find peace, especially during high-risk outdoor activities.
#mary-cain
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Like cutting the head off a hydra': how Mary Cain exposed Nike's disgraced coaching team

Mary Cain insists on writing her own memoir to convey her complex story and the nuances of her experiences in athletics.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Like cutting the head off a hydra': how Mary Cain exposed Nike's disgraced coaching team

Mary Cain insists on writing her own memoir to convey her complex story and the nuances of her experiences in athletics.
#ai
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

The most dangerous pronoun in design

Machines are now integral to human experience, offering companionship and support while raising questions about emotional authenticity and design responsibility.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

John Oliver on AI chatbots: Behind that machine is a corporation trying to extract a monthly fee from you'

AI chatbots have rapidly gained popularity, but their quick deployment raises significant ethical concerns and potential consequences for users.
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

The most dangerous pronoun in design

Machines are now integral to human experience, offering companionship and support while raising questions about emotional authenticity and design responsibility.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

John Oliver on AI chatbots: Behind that machine is a corporation trying to extract a monthly fee from you'

AI chatbots have rapidly gained popularity, but their quick deployment raises significant ethical concerns and potential consequences for users.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Self-Attunement for Trauma Survivors: Putting It Into Practice

Emergent life persists in trauma survivors even when meaning feels lost, highlighting resilience and the biological capacity for life to reorganize.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

New Poll Reveals Growing Concern About Mental Health

Mental health is now the top health concern for 50% of U.S. respondents, reflecting a significant increase in awareness and worry.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I'm 38 and I noticed last week that I have been waiting for someone to tell me I'm allowed to rest, and the person I have been waiting for is me, and I have apparently been holding out on myself for about twenty years - Silicon Canals

Rest requires self-permission, not just knowledge of its benefits.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Taylor Swift says she felt 'completely washed-up' at 22 after being hailed as a teen phenom

"At 22 years old, I felt completely washed up. I felt like maybe the only thing that made me special was that I was this, like, 'teen phenom.'"
NYC music
Mindfulness
fromBustle
1 day ago

Need A Super Simple Trick For Reducing Anxiety? Grab A Pen

Vergence technique helps reduce anxiety by shifting focus between near and far objects, calming the nervous system effectively.
Graphic design
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

'Queer Eye' Designer Bobby Berk Once Got Fired From Bed, Bath & Beyond - Here's What It Taught Him About Running a Successful Business

Treat your home or workspace like a tool for your mental health—change one thing this week to feel and work better.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Advice for Living with Grown Children with Mental Illness

Individuals with mental health issues are more often victims of violence than perpetrators, highlighting the need for better support systems.
Mental health
fromFortune
1 day ago

Your job can actually kill you: More than 840,000 people die annually from health conditions linked to work stress, ILO report says | Fortune

Work-related psychosocial risks contribute to over 840,000 deaths annually, primarily from cardiovascular disease and mental disorders, impacting global health and economy.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

What Are Your Options for OCD Treatment?

Different therapeutic approaches for OCD can help change the relationship with the disorder, allowing individuals to live more freely.
DC food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Unique flags created by a veteran

Forrests Flags creates custom flags designed by a Marine veteran, combining patriotism with unique craftsmanship.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Gambling firms reaching young Irish men on social media at over double the rate of women, new study shows

Young men in Ireland are disproportionately targeted by gambling advertisements on social media, with significant exposure among 25 to 34-year-olds.
fromTiny Buddha
2 days ago

How Being the Strong One in My Family Became a Trap - Tiny Buddha

My sister looked at me and said, 'Now you're the last strong one in this family.' It was comforting to hear her words. I felt proud. And then, almost immediately, something else. My stomach clenched. I just wanted to stop the elevator, run away, and never look back.
Writing
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
3 days ago

AMA Calls on Congress to Improve Safeguards for AI Mental Health Chatbots - MedCity News

The American Medical Association urges Congress to strengthen safeguards for AI chatbots in mental healthcare due to risks of harm.
#psychedelics
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Turn on, tune in, cash out The US right used to fear psychedelics. Now it wants to sell them | Kojo Koram

Psychedelics are being rebranded as transformative mental-health treatments, with recent support from political figures like Robert F Kennedy Jr and Donald Trump.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The New Executive Order (EO) on Psychedelics-What Comes Next?

The April 18th executive order accelerates psychedelic treatment development for mental health issues, particularly among veterans.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Turn on, tune in, cash out The US right used to fear psychedelics. Now it wants to sell them | Kojo Koram

Psychedelics are being rebranded as transformative mental-health treatments, with recent support from political figures like Robert F Kennedy Jr and Donald Trump.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The New Executive Order (EO) on Psychedelics-What Comes Next?

The April 18th executive order accelerates psychedelic treatment development for mental health issues, particularly among veterans.
Productivity
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How to Break the Perfectionism-Procrastination Cycle With ADHD

Perfectionism disguises procrastination, creating paralysis and shame, especially for those with ADHD, hindering the ability to start tasks.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 day ago

CorSport: Pulisic's confidence crisis continues - why his renewal is 'no longer a given'

Christian Pulisic has not scored since December 28, 2023, leading to a crisis in form and confidence at AC Milan.
Pets
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

My kids wanted a dog, but I didn't. In the last 18 months, we've adopted 4 and I couldn't be happier about it.

Adopting four dogs transformed the family's life positively after years of resistance to getting a pet.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

This is so taboo': Kimberley Nixon on the hell of perinatal OCD and how she survived it

Kimberley Nixon's memoir candidly addresses her struggles with perinatal OCD and the stigma surrounding mental health.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Man who killed British father in Australia declared unfit for trial

David Summers-Smith was declared mentally unfit for trial after killing Royce Mallett, leading to indefinite detention in a mental health facility.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

The anxiety-reducing power of e-Bikes and outdoor cycling - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

E-bikes make it easy for everyone to exercise, and exercising is one of the best ways to lower stress. It offers mild to moderate physical activity and lessens joint pressure.
Alternative transportation
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Toronto woman who wants to die says federal MAID committee isn't listening | CBC News

Canadian legislation currently excludes individuals with mental illnesses from medical assistance in dying, but changes are anticipated next year.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Figures show rise in suicides after domestic abuse

Police believe improved awareness and a change in reporting practice have driven the rise in the figures. The Domestic Homicide Project found 8% of victims were aged 16 to 24 years old.
UK news
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The most underrated quality of people who age well isn't health, money, or family - it's that they built a relationship with themselves long before they needed it to be the primary one, and the people who arrive at 70 having ignored that relationship are the ones who find solitude unbearable when it finally arrives - Silicon Canals

After forty years of being 'the electrician' or 'the guy who fixes things,' many retirees find themselves sitting in silence, unsure of who they are beyond their job titles. This disconnect can be jarring, as they realize they have not taken the time to know themselves.
Retirement
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Caregivers Are More Vulnerable to Doomscrolling

Caregivers are particularly vulnerable to doomscrolling due to their heightened sense of responsibility and emotional fatigue.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

First teenage suicide linked to domestic abuse recorded in England and Wales

Teenage suicides linked to domestic violence are rising, with violent pornography and toxic influencers contributing to the issue.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

I thought having only a few close friends meant something was wrong with me - then I realized I'd spent years being everyone else's emotional support - Silicon Canals

Real friends are few, and being an emotional support for others can lead to exhaustion and a lack of genuine connection.
Mindfulness
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

It Took Decades for Barbara Corcoran to Overcome Self-Doubt. Here's The Simple Phrase That Changed Her Mindset for Good.

Believing in oneself can take years of conscious effort to overcome self-doubt and internal criticism.
#gambling-addiction
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Gambling crackdown call after woman's death

Unlicensed online gambling platforms pose significant risks, as evidenced by the tragic case of Ellen Mulvey, who struggled with addiction despite self-exclusion efforts.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Call for UK gambling reform after generous and caring' woman takes her own life

Ellen Mulvey's family calls for gambling industry reform after her secret addiction led to her tragic death.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Gambling crackdown call after woman's death

Unlicensed online gambling platforms pose significant risks, as evidenced by the tragic case of Ellen Mulvey, who struggled with addiction despite self-exclusion efforts.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Call for UK gambling reform after generous and caring' woman takes her own life

Ellen Mulvey's family calls for gambling industry reform after her secret addiction led to her tragic death.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

What Families Need to Know About Restraints in Psychiatric Care

Restraints in healthcare settings disproportionately affect Black individuals and can lead to trauma and distrust in care.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

What Anxiety, BPD, and Bulimia Have in Common

Most individuals with one mental health diagnosis often qualify for multiple others, indicating a need for more integrated treatment approaches.
Fundraising
fromTODAY.com
2 days ago

'Grandma Stand' Volunteer Shares 1 Piece of Wisdom She Tells Every Person Who Stops By

The Grandma Stand connects volunteers who share wisdom and compassion with strangers seeking support and understanding.
Mindfulness
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Subtle but powerful form of self-validation': how to start journaling

Journaling offers a personal space for self-expression, despite societal pressures that may make it feel uncomfortable or embarrassing.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

'Euphoria' Is Nailing the Experience of Substance Abuse

More than half of teens try alcohol, with repeated use potentially leading to substance use disorder and significant public health concerns.
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

Jonah Hill Made Some Rare Comments About His Wife, Kids, And Their Super Private Life In A "Very Small Town"

Jonah Hill stated, "So, real quick, before we go any further, my wife is here. My best friend. Shout-out to my beautiful wife, Liv. Where is she? Oh, what's up, baby?" This moment highlighted his appreciation for his partner during a public event.
Television
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Silicon Valley mental health crisis team at risk of losing funding - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's TRUST program, a non-police mental health crisis team, faces funding challenges despite high demand and effectiveness in crisis stabilization.
Careers
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Doomjobbing: how the modern job hunt became a vicious loop

Doomjobbing is the overwhelming experience of searching for unsuitable job listings, leading to feelings of failure and despair.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Activist defends crustacean jailbreak' after throwing restaurant crayfish into sea

Emma Smart, an activist, has no regrets about liberating a crayfish from a restaurant despite facing legal consequences and being held in custody.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Park Slope's 7th Ave Spitter Roams Stations

A man known as the '7th Avenue spitter' is harassing women at Brooklyn subway stations, prompting calls for increased police presence.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

If Therapy Feels Incomplete, Emotional Neglect May Be Why

Childhood emotional neglect leads to a lack of emotional awareness and connection in adulthood, resulting in feelings of emptiness.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

I thought tracking every meal, workout, and hour made me disciplined. Looking back, it was punishment dressed up as self-control - Silicon Canals

Extreme self-monitoring can lead to self-punishment rather than self-discipline, replacing internal motivation with external rules.
Mental health
fromForbes
2 days ago

What Many Mental Health Clinics Get Wrong About Content Marketing

Mental health clinics struggle with patient engagement due to unclear messaging that fails to address the hesitance of potential clients.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Comparison Trap in Eating Disorder Recovery

Comparison in eating disorder recovery fuels shame and self-criticism, hindering progress and reinforcing negative self-perceptions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

It's like a slow death': a jailed mother and her daughter on why prison is a sentence for them both

Valentina expressed her emotional struggle, stating, 'I cried a lot. I dreaded going to school.' This highlights the profound impact of her mother's incarceration on her daily life.
Social justice
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says people who feel a strange peace mowing the lawn or washing the car aren't escaping anything - they've found one of the few tasks left in modern adult life with a visible beginning, middle, and end, and the satisfaction isn't about the chore, it's about completing something fully in a life that mostly doesn't allow that anymore - Silicon Canals

Modern life often prevents true completion, leading to a craving for tasks with clear beginnings and ends.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The pet I'll never forget: Paddington, the street dog from Peru who roars like a bear

A trip to South America led to a life-changing bond with a street dog, inspiring a career change and renewed purpose.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Famesick by Lena Dunham review when celebrity causes side-effects

Lena Dunham's memoir candidly details her struggles with chronic illness and personal challenges throughout her 20s and 30s.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Not everyone who keeps their feelings to themselves is private. Some people simply learned that expressing what was happening internally turned the conversation into a referendum on whether they were allowed to feel it at all - Silicon Canals

Many people remain silent about their feelings due to past experiences of having their emotions invalidated.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Four-fifths of UK mental health nurses say their workload is unmanageable

High caseloads and understaffing in UK mental health services lead to patient harm and distress among nursing staff.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

How to Protect Teens' Mental Health for Life

Teen brain development significantly influences lifelong mental health, and structured parenting can support healthy reward systems and social development.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Scrolling and worrying: the hidden dangers of DIY diagnosis

Self-directed research on mental health can lead to both accurate and inaccurate conclusions, highlighting the need for professional guidance.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Lena Dunham is right that fame is toxic. Unfortunately, we're all famous now | Emma Beddington

Fame has become increasingly toxic, distorting relationships and self-image, affecting mental health, and creating a shared experience of 'famesickness' in the digital age.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says the most resilient people aren't the ones who never fell apart - they're the ones who fell apart quietly, rebuilt themselves with no audience, and never mentioned it - Silicon Canals

Strength comes from overcoming breakdowns, not from avoiding them.
Healthcare
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

How Toronto General Hospital says it's alleviating high demand at its emergency department | CBC News

Toronto General Hospital's emergency department faces rising patient volumes and complex needs, leading to longer stays and resource challenges.
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