Mental Health
5 Reasons Therapy ‘Didn’t Work’ for You
No, you’re not “too broken”—but a few things could have affected your experience.
By Jenna Ryu
4 Ways ADHD May Affect Your Eating Habits—and How to Get Back on Track
Experts explain the connection and offer tips to repair your relationship with food.
By Cheyenne Buckingham
Step Aside, Fight-or-Flight. ‘Tend and Befriend’ Is Here to Help
It can be a more intuitive—and supportive—stress response in some people.
By Erica Sloan
‘Intrusive Thoughts’ Have Become a Trendy Buzzword—but Are You Using It Correctly?
Sorry, but dyeing your hair at 2 a.m. is not “letting your intrusive thoughts win.”
By Jenna Ryu
Estrogen Isn’t Just a Reproductive Hormone—It’s Critical for Brain Health Too
Everything from your memory to your mood can change alongside your hormones.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
Khloé and Kim Kardashian Share a Therapist—Is That a Terrible Idea?
There’s a reason it may work really well for the Kardashians—but backfire horribly for the rest of us.
By Jenna Ryu
Grieving My Father’s Death Left Me in Physical Pain. Turns Out, That’s Pretty Normal
No one prepared me for the way grief might affect my body, not just my mind.
By Kathleen Ferraro
6 Little Things Therapists Do to Stay Calm When Everything Feels Uncertain
Yes, even mental health pros have to actively cope with all the chaos that’s going on in the world.
By Korin Miller
5 Ways to ‘Reparent’ Your Inner Child
The practice isn’t just a TikTok trend—it’s a legit therapeutic technique.
By Carolyn L. Todd
5 Types of Toxic In-Laws—and How to Deal With Each
These expert tips will help you call out bad behavior without starting a family feud.
By Jenna Ryu
‘Spring Anxiety’ Is Real—Here’s How to Handle It
If this time of year stresses you out, there could be a few different things going on.
By Carolyn L. Todd
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‘Worry Windows’ Got Me Through One of My Most Stressful Years
Scheduling time to stew might feel unnatural at first, but experts recommend it for a reason.
By Julia Ries
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Remi Bader Chose Herself
“It's a constant battle of: What do I do that's right? What do I do for everyone else? What do I do for me?”
By Samhita MukhopadhyayPhotography by Sofía Alvarez
You're Probably Dealing With Your Anger All Wrong
Taking your feelings out on a pillow or a rage run could be fueling the fire, not releasing it.
By Carolyn L. Todd
3 Things to Do When You Feel Like Everyone Else Is More Successful Than You
Spoiler alert: They’re probably not. But here’s how to resist the comparison trap.
By Julia Ries
11 Realistic Meditation Tips for People With ADHD
Step one: Find your bare minimum.
By Carolyn L. Todd
5 Simple Ways to Be More Assertive—Without Being a Jerk
Speaking up isn’t the issue—thinking you shouldn’t is.
By Jenna Ryu
What Is Lorazepam, the Drug That Keeps Coming Up on 'The White Lotus'?
Victoria Ratliff’s chronic use is raising lots of questions.
By Korin Miller
15 Warning Signs You Might Be Underfueling Your Workouts
It can affect everything from your sex life to your body temperature and bathroom habits.
By Cindy Kuzma
15 Guided Journals If a Blank One Is Simply Too Intimidating
These just might help you stick with the practice.
By Kristin Canning
Autism Diagnoses in Adult Women Are on the Rise. We Asked Experts to Explain Why
More likely to fall through the cracks as kids, adult females are seeking autism diagnoses after years of searching for answers.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
Life Got You Down? Experts Suggest ‘Lemonading’
These six simple tactics can shift your mindset—and make you happier.
By Korin Miller
5 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Therapist
Yep, it’s normal to graduate from your sessions together—here’s how to tell when you’re ready.
By Jenna Ryu
How to Finally Let Go of a Grudge That’s Been Living Rent-Free in Your Head
No, you don’t have to forgive, excuse, or be the “bigger person” in order to move on.
By Jenna Ryu
6 Habits Therapists Are Begging You to Break for the Sake of Your Mental Health
You might not realize these behaviors are sapping the joy and ease from your life.
By Erica Sloan