Mental Health

Why mental health and neurodivergence should not be used to explain incel violence

In recent years, incidents of violence by ‘involuntary celibates’ (incels) have raised questions about the risks and worldview of those…

6 months ago

Is your child experiencing ‘winter burnout’? Here’s what to look out for

We know children often miss more school days in the winter monthsas sickness sets in. But at this time of…

6 months ago

Julian Assange was isolated for more than a decade. Here’s what that does to the body and mind

Anyone who lived through the COVID pandemic would likely understand that even a small period of isolation can cause physical…

7 months ago

Childhood trauma linked to distrust of healthcare professionals – new research

Our health, wellbeing and behaviour are shaped by our childhood experiences. Exposure to trauma or intense stress, referred to as…

7 months ago

Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? A neuroscientist explains how they affect your mood, for better or worse

More than 85% of women – and more than 300 million people worldwide at any given time – use hormonal…

7 months ago

Is social media making you unhappy? The answer is not so simple

You may have seen headlines that link social media to sadness and depression. Social media use goes up, happiness goes…

7 months ago

Making art is a uniquely human act, and one that provides a wellspring of health benefits

When you think about the word “art,” what comes to mind? A child’s artwork pinned to the fridge? A favorite…

7 months ago

Social media warning labels and school cell phone bans: Do they unlock better youth mental health?

This week, the U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called for health warnings on social media for younger users. This…

7 months ago

Obsessed with Control: Addressing Perfectionism and Codependence

For some, asking for help feels like a threat; the need to do so invariably makes them feel inferior. “Why…

7 months ago

Heat exposure during pregnancy can lead to a lifetime of health problems

Climate change is one of the greatest public health threats humanity has ever faced. Global warming is part of this…

7 months ago

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