By thehealthy.com | Alex Vance | 6/12/2026 3:01 PM

Feeling anxious before a doctor's appointment is common, but here's how you can reframe those worst-case scenario thoughts. The post Dreading the Doctor? Experts Offer 6 Tips for Overcoming Appointment Anxiety appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Leslie Finlay, MPA | 5/3/2026 7:59 AM

Feel like you're just making it through? Here's how that could actually be a positive sign when it comes to mental health and stress. The post 10 Signs You’re More Resilient Than You Think, According to Experts appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Leslie Finlay, MPA | 4/23/2026 11:00 AM

The study’s lead author reveals three simple priorities to build stress resilience (and two tendencies that won't). The post These 3 Research-Based Habits Could Help You Live a More Stress-Free Life appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Leslie Finlay, MPA | 4/3/2026 12:22 PM

After giving the service a test drive, a health reporter shares some unexpected benefits, plus a few factors to keep in mind. The post I Tried BetterHelp Online Therapy To See if It’s Worth It—Here’s My Honest Review appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Laura Lane | 4/3/2026 8:59 AM

The Dancing with the Stars finalist and accomplished Paralympian also gets candid about panic attacks and the power of visualization. The post Exclusive: Amy Purdy Reveals Why “There’s Nothing More Human Than Adversity” appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Rachel Maidl | 2/26/2026 11:45 AM

The award-winning actress and her cookbook co-author, Courtney McBroom, share top tips for stress-free celebrations. The post Brie Larson’s Self-Care Secret Weapon for Party Hosting Success appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Leslie Finlay, MPA | 2/7/2026 11:00 AM

During an extraordinarily hectic month, a health reporter paused to give a whirl to this ancient practice—which her instructor called "a molecular-level massage." The post I Tried Sound Bowl Therapy to Help with My Stress—Here’s What Happened appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Leslie Finlay, MPA | 1/10/2026 8:12 AM

It's a more universal experience than ever, according to a new study—but experts say a certain approach can help. The post We Asked 9 Burnout Experts Their Secrets to Protecting Mental Health at Work—and They All Said the Same Thing appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Charlotte Hilton Andersen, MS | 12/22/2025 5:02 PM

A 100-year study reveals the one mindset shift that could change everything. The post People Who Did This One Thing in Their 20s Were the Happiest at Age 80 appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Jackie Duda | 12/17/2025 11:00 AM

After losing her brother to cancer, a writer set out to understand the "rogue wave that took me out." A chief MD helps walk her through. The post 5 Healing Truths About Grief, from an Expert Doctor appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Dr. Patricia Varacallo, DO | 10/24/2025 7:28 PM

An expert therapist reveals the simple, realistic habits she follows in her own life. The post I Study Behavioral Health for a Living: Here Are 8 Little Rules for a Happier Life I Wish Everyone Knew appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Laura Lane | 5/28/2025 4:09 PM

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities experience depression, anxiety, and loneliness—but are rarely included in the conversation. The post Special Olympics Advocates: Don’t Leave This Community Out of Mental Health Discussions appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Leslie Finlay, MPA | 5/22/2025 5:46 AM

Natural antidepressants aren’t a cure-all, but science has found certain supplements may relieve symptoms—no prescription necessary. The post 14 Natural Antidepressants That Health Experts Say Work appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Molly Jasinski | 5/21/2025 12:42 PM

The Grammy-nominated singer talks about why she's "giving back" by connecting with people experiencing a certain health condition. The post Carnie Wilson Speaks Up on Mental Health: “It’s All About Erasing That Stigma” appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Emily Surpless | 5/11/2025 7:54 AM

As if we needed another reason to love our dogs...new research shows that it doesn’t take long for pups to help us unwind. The post New Study: Playing With a Dog For Just This Long Can Reduce Your Stress appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Emily Surpless | 4/11/2025 12:30 PM

It's easy to feel overwhelmed these days. But research proves that one of the best methods for a quick body reset is simple: a good hug. The post Here’s How Long a Hug Needs to Last to Soothe Your Nervous System, Says Science appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Dr. Patricia Varacallo, DO | 3/24/2025 2:36 PM

Nearly 30 million Americans experience eating disorders. A woman opens up about more than two decades of misunderstood behaviors. The post “Here’s How I Knew I Had an Eating Disorder”: An Individual’s Story Living with “Common Misconceptions” appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Dr. Patricia Varacallo, DO | 3/13/2025 8:28 PM

A Cleveland Clinic psychiatrist explains how ketamine therapy is transforming depression treatment—and why it works when other options fall short. The post Ketamine Therapy: A Medical Doctor Explains Its Use for Treatment-Resistant Depression appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Kristine Gasbarre Qaderi | 3/13/2025 7:00 PM

It's marketed as a generic option to name-brand mood meds, but it's been recalled for the same reason a competitor was just months ago. The post Almost 37,000 Bottles of a Popular Anxiety and Depression Drug Recalled Nationwide appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story

By thehealthy.com | Kristine Gasbarre Qaderi | 3/7/2025 12:47 PM

The Iowa State Cyclones center talked with us about staying sane—and successful—when social media is unkind. The post Audi Crooks on Keeping Eyes on the Prize and Caring for Mental Health appeared first on The Healthy. ... Read full Story