Healing Doesn't Always Mean Getting Better
In the realm of emotional recovery, a common misconception prevails. Many assume that healing is a straightforward process, one that leads to immediate and noti
Mental Health
Telepsychiatry Expands Reach, Bringing Mental Health Care to Remote Corners of America
In early 2024, a telepsychiatry program began serving a Montana prison, a New Mexico reservation, and a Mississippi middle school. Patients who once waited mont
No Longer Silencing My Sorrow
A mother is publicly sharing her enduring grief after the loss of her son to heroin. Alexis Commarota writes about the persistent hope, and subsequent heartbrea
Alone: The Fine Line Between Being Alone and Loneliness
Some sayings stick with us throughout our lives, making us ponder their meaning. Phrases like „being alone is not the same as being lonely„prompt self-reflectio
The Keys to a Healthy Mind
Researchers recently identified six core elements crucial for positive mental wellbeing. They surveyed experts from eleven different fields to pinpoint common g
A Father’s Forty-Nine Years
A man’s unexpected death at age forty-nine prompted his daughter to reflect on the finite nature of time. The loss, experienced in youth, initially overshadowed
Friends Who Only Call When They're Struggling
In Mexico City, on a quiet evening, I'd just finished writing a chapter and was sipping tea when a friend I hadn't spoken to in two months called. The conversat
Building Self-Confidence After a Lifetime of Self-Doubt
Nicole Greco's journey to self-assurance is a story of overcoming insecurity and fear. For most of her life, she struggled with self-doubt, but her perspective
Cancer Survivors Face Lasting Psychological Toll
In the United States, advancements in cancer treatment and screening have led to increased survival rates. Many Americans are now living beyond their initial di
AI Companions: Boon or Bane for Mental Health?
Researchers are investigating the impact of AI companions on mental wellbeing, with users reporting both positive and negative effects. The debate surrounding A
The Fear of Vulnerability in Men
Fathers with ADHD often struggle to manage their emotions, leading to outbursts of anger that mask underlying feelings of fear, inadequacy, or disrespect. This
Psychopathic Traits and Personal Identity
Researchers have been studying how individuals with psychopathic tendencies perceive themselves and their social connections. A new study examined these pattern