Screens have become more prevalent in our lives than ever before and using them is a normal part of most families’ day-to-day routines. While excessive screen time continues to be an issue, another emerging problem, especially for the younger members of our society, is the use of digital devices before bedtime. In a study published […]
For those who yearn to stroll smiling into a party with the certainty they’ll make a good impression, or assuredly share their ideas in an important meeting, confidence can be the most coveted of psychological states. But it’s also a tricky subject to break down. On the one hand, confidence has been associated with increased […]
If a boxful of embroidery hoops you bought as a pandemic hobby has been gathering dust in your closet, here’s a good reason to break them out again. A large-scale study determined that engaging in arts and crafts is significantly linked to well-being, and promoting such activities could be a boon for public health. “Crafting […]
For a writer, it’s common to reach out to a well-read friend for assistance in recalling a specific word. Yet as frequently as that happens, the sense of coming up short never seems to lessen. Anyone who’s felt the frustration of not being able to remember a word can relate, and middle-aged and older adults […]
Whether it’s at an all-inclusive resort in the tropics or a cozy cabin in the woods, we all have an idea of what our dream vacation would be. But not only are these types of trips fun to fantasize about, they’re necessary to take. Decades of research has proven vacations are essential for good health, […]
Some self-care practices feel like luxurious indulgences, but regularly taking time to engage in them should be one of your top priorities. By incorporating self-care rhythms into your life, you can positively impact your overall physical health and well-being of your mind and body. “Self-care is not selfish,” Paula Gill Lopez, an associate professor in […]
Health care debt is a persistent financial problem for many: More than 100 million Americans are estimated to owe money due to health-related bills. But according to a new study published in the Jama Health Forum, there’s a simple way to help ease the financial burden of medical debt: making a phone call. Most people […]
An abundance of scientific evidence exists supporting the benefit of mindfulness on anxiety, depression, pain, addiction, and more. And now, new research has found that when it comes to prolonged periods of professional stress, something else could be equally, if not more, effective: hope. Mindfulness is defined as maintaining moment-to-moment awareness of one’s thoughts, feelings, […]
Perhaps it was the umpteenth study I read touting the benefits of mindfulness, or perhaps it was when I realized en route to a doctor’s appointment that I’d been distractedly attempting to open the office building’s gate by clicking the remote control to my own garage — but somewhere along the way, I decided I needed […]
When faced with a challenging circumstance, there are two ways to respond: smile serenely and say, “bring it on,” or throw your hands up and yell, “I can’t cope!” All right, so maybe a middle ground exists, but unless you’re a zen master, you’ve probably experienced that second reaction at some point in time. Thankfully, […]
It’s no secret that we live in stressful times. Whether you’re facing pressure at work, struggling at home, or worrying about one of the many issues facing society at large, you might be experiencing feelings of uneasiness, doom, or even panic. They can result in physiological changes in the form of muscle tension, sweating or […]
An extraordinary new children’s hospital in Zurich is re-envisioning what pediatric care looks like. Situated at the foot of a hill in the lush Swiss city, the three-story building is designed to function like a miniature town: Medical specialty wings are “neighborhoods” connected by a central “main street” that runs past green courtyards, while the […]