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Challenging Your Brain Helps Keep It Healthy

Experts say a variety of hobbies and habits can provide a 'cognitive workout' to build knowledge and skills as we age.

US Cities Grapple with Growing Public Disorder

Stark contrast between American cities and global norms raises concerns about mental health crisis and lack of public order

Psychologists Say 'Calm' Isn't Always Emotional Control

The person praised for staying composed during arguments may be reenacting a childhood trauma response, not regulating emotions.

Alix Earle Shares Anxiety Medication Experience Since Age 14

The TikTok star opened up about taking Lexapro and addressing the stigma around anxiety meds.

Experts Explain Meanings Behind 10 Common Dreams

Doctors break down the psychology behind recurring dream themes like losing teeth, being chased, and more.

Challenging Your Brain Helps Keep It Healthy, Experts Say

Lifelong learning and cognitive stimulation may build 'cognitive reserve' to ward off dementia

Mom in 50s Combats Brain Fog with Comedy, Music, and Dance

The author is embracing stand-up comedy, drumming, and tap dancing to enhance her memory and mental clarity.

Madison Heights Co-Responder Program Praised for Addressing Mental Health Crises

The program embeds clinicians from Oakland County Health Network with local police departments to provide mental health support.

Free Suicide Prevention Training Offered Across Central Wisconsin

Sessions aim to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and provide tools to prevent suicide in rural communities.

Laurens County Mental Health Forum Sparks Collaboration

Local leaders discuss solutions to address poverty and lack of access to basic necessities.

Stillpoint Mental Health Celebrates 30 Years Serving Hinsdale

The mental health practice continues its legacy of excellence under new leadership.

Lens Therapy Mental Health Offers Relational Life Therapy in Ardmore

Therapist specializes in helping individuals, couples, and teens build more honest and meaningful relationships.

San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

VR Headset Aims to Help Treat Fear of Heights

Queen's University Belfast student develops VR platform to assist therapists in treating acrophobia.

Alternative to Meds Center Highlights Clinical Approach to Safe Zoloft Tapering

Arizona-based inpatient program provides medically supervised sertraline tapering with holistic neuro-chemical restoration strategies

Southern Live Oak Wellness Expands PTSD Treatment for Teens in Atlanta and South Georgia

Specialized residential and outpatient programs aim to support adolescents recovering from trauma

Collaborative Photographic Exhibition Explores Eating Disorders

Weight of It All by Heather and Ben Mattera Offers Intimate Look at Family's Struggle

NYC Construction Workers Get Emotional First Aid Boost

Union-based peer support program aims to destigmatize mental health and reduce suicide in the construction industry

Early Aggression Linked to Faster Aging Later in Life

Study finds teen relationship problems predict accelerated biological aging by age 30

Experts Refute Claims of ADHD Overdiagnosis

Researchers say unmet need for assessment and treatment remains a pressing concern.

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