Being a night owl may be hurting you. Here’s how to sleep, get up earlier.
Blocking blue light at night, dimming other lights, getting morning light and other measures can help you fall asleep and wake up earlier
By Lisa StraussAre you ready to forgive? A new study shows letting go is good for health.
A new study conducted across five countries shows that when forgiveness is taught, practiced and achieved, the result is better mental and overall well-being.
By Tara Parker-PopeSorry, weed probably does not make you more creative
In experiments, the work of light cannabis users was not rated as more creative than of nonusers.
By Richard SimaListen to a 5-minute meditation: Use your five senses to lower anxiety
Tuning into your five senses -- sight, touch, sound, smell and taste -- can help keep you calm.
By Samantha SnowdenThat weed you bought might not be as potent as promised, study finds
Colorado researchers found the THC in cannabis they tested was, on average, 23 percent lower than what was reported on the label
By Teddy AmenabarWhat SuperAgers show us about longevity, cognitive health as we age
These “Betty Whites of the world” are showing us that with a healthy lifestyle, social connections and resilience, we can lower risks of cognitive decline.
By Richard SimaCan you apologize too much? Sorry, but read this to find out.
Scientific evidence suggests that you should never have to say you’re sorry, for saying sorry.
By Teddy AmenabarWhen other people’s anxiety makes you miserable, here are 4 ways to cope
Begin with compassion, identify the patterns, create consistent boundaries and scaffold instead of accommodate.
By Tracy Dennis-TiwaryDoes weed help you sleep?
Can marijuana help you sleep better? Here's what the science says about THC, CBD, edibles, frequency, insomnia and what works.
By Hannah Docter-LoebWhat does ASMR do to your brain? Watch these videos and find out.
ASMR videos make some feel tingly (and others cringe). The science shows they activate several parts of the brain and may be good for your well-being.
By Aaron Steckelberg, Richard Sima and Alexa Juliana ArdAn Adderall shortage has not let up. Here is why.
It puts a spotlight on virtual prescribing and supply chain issues.
By Daniel Gilbert and Teddy AmenabarStruggling with your CPAP machine? Blame your biological clock.
Whether you’re a morning person, night owl or somewhere in between, your biological clock may affect your use of CPAP machines prescribed to treat sleep apnea.
By Lindsey Bever3-minute meditation: This short breathing exercise is a stress buster
Pausing and counting a few controlled breaths can immediately help you release stress.
By Dora Kamau4 ways to break the cycle of intergenerational trauma
Cultivate a relationship with anger. Make space for all feelings. Know that true love comes with understanding. Meet your child's needs.
By Jason WuRelationship woes? ‘Breakup’ therapy might be the answer.
As a couples therapist, I tell my clients that the end of a relationship shouldn’t be considered a failure.
By Sarah GundleListen to a 3-minute meditation: A guide to mindful eating
It’s important to approach mindful eating without judgment and to quiet distractions so you can focus on your food.
By Kessonga Giscombe5-minute breathing exercises can improve your mood and reduce anxiety
Cyclic sighing appeared to be particularly effective among different breathing exercises and better than mindfulness meditation, a study says.
By Richard SimaScience of forgetting: Why we’re already losing our pandemic memories
Because of information overload and the monotony of pandemic life, your brain may already be forgetting parts of the covid years
By Richard SimaHow to prevent burnout in your workout routine and recover from it
From professional athletes to weekend warriors, athlete burnout can take the joy out of physical activity and sport.
By Kelyn Soong3-minute meditation: How to wind down before bed
Try this short calming exercise from Headspace meditation teacher Eve Lewis Prieto to let go of daily stress and ease into sleep.
By Eve Lewis Prieto