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Written by: A. Toves How many of us could be more effective in the world, if only we had better skills to both take care of ourselves and interact with others? Having to re-parent yourself can stem from all kinds of experiences, such as abuse, being raised b...

Written by: E. Shabazian Three key ways to embrace food freedom to improve body image, as recounted by eating disorder recovery TikTok advocate @elizabethsnazz. What does food freedom have to do with body image, and how can you embrace it? Food is supposed ...

Written by: C. Beck When you can’t relieve the pain you feel, panic sets in. Your impulse is to react, but no reaction has worked, and now there’s nothing else to try. The upside? Reacting isn’t always the best course of action for pain. By mindfully noticin...

Written by: L. Sanchez Nicotine is one of the most addictive chemicals known to humans. But why is it so appealing in the first place? And how does nicotine dependence affect mental health? Many nicotine users ignore the emotional or psychological aspects of...

Written by: S. Chuong Before turning to more serious treatments, here’s a rundown of lifestyle factors that can contribute to or even cause back pain. Daily life can make back pain worse It happens to the best of us–you make a small change in your lifestyle...

Written by: C. Beck Many of us have felt shamed for worrying too much about our health. However, health anxiety isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Even if your concern isn’t serious, it’s often worth checking. So when is health anxiety warranted? When and how sho...

Written by: C. Beck You may not be able to fully eliminate arthritis pain. However, you may find partial relief without drugs by leveraging your brain and nervous system. Here are 5 ways you can “game your brain,” to make it work better for you and your arth...

Written by: A. Alhammoud More people than you might imagine live in unbearable pain that interferes with living life happily. According to the CDC, 1 in 5 Americans experience chronic pain. And, for almost 1 in 10 Americans, chronic pain becomes too much. If...

Written by: A. Alhammoud Now that the coronavirus is a fact of life, it’s still important to prevent infection–and the mental health effects connected to long Covid. As of October 2022, over 628 million people have been infected with Covid, globally. Worse, ...

Written by: S. Rainne Are you feeling physically, psychologically, or emotionally exhausted? Most of us are, and it’s no wonder given the events of the last few years. The succession of pandemic burnout, hope for a post-pandemic era, and continued fears have ...

Written by: S. Rainne Disability can increase one’s risk for depression, anxiety, feelings of isolation, frustration with circumstances, and more. But sometimes the worst part of all this, is the fear that it will never get any better. That your life is worth...

Written by: S. Rainne Almost 1 in 10 Americans struggle with eating disorders–that doesn’t even begin to account for those who are undiagnosed or who struggle with food in other ways. That means you definitely know someone in eating disorder recovery, and you...

Written by: S. Rainne Chronic pain is widespread. In fact, 50.2 million adults in the United States live with chronic pain–that’s 20.5 percent! However, the experience can feel isolating nonetheless. Sometimes, you need to hear from someone who walks in the s...

Written by: S. Dell'Imperio Do you bristle at the term “self care”? It’s not cynical to admit that talk about self care can feel a little too fluffy – especially to those with chronic pain (affectionately, “spoonies”). However, strategically recharging your ...

Written by: C. Beck “Self-harm” most often refers to physical self harm, but mentally abusing and starving oneself also fit the definition — as “emotional self harm.” These less obvious or intense versions of hurting yourself might feel acceptable and produc...

Written by: E. Shabazian Occasionally in our relationships we find ourselves asking if our loved ones are “using too much.”  Oftentimes we get caught up in judging certain substances: those that are illegal, those deemed dangerous, those that make a person g...

Medically reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MD The female reproductive system is made up of the parts that are inside and outside the body that help a female make a baby. Both the female and male reproductive system are needed for this. The female reproductive sy...

Aunt Bertha is a comprehensive resource directory that helps people find and connect to social services in their area. Its nation-wide site and app are easy to navigate for both helping professionals and community members. Services include food pantries, help ...

Aunt Bertha is a comprehensive resource directory that helps people find and connect to social services in their area. Its nation-wide site and app are easy to navigate for both helping professionals and community members. Services include food pantries, help ...

Website: https://research.smartpatients.com/resources/i-ammore-than-my-headache   For Migraine & Headache Awareness Month, the members of our community speak for themselves. Tell someone you have a migraine and you often hear, "Oh, I get headaches too." But...