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Wealthier societies are increasingly troubled by the afflictions of people who live alone — and the young suffer more
Seven tips for staying sober, preventing relapse and avoiding the holiday blues
Even though it’s more common to binge eat when stressed, some people have the opposite reaction.
Emotional regulation is one of the key skills to learn when recovering from addiction
This article addresses some of the issues that can arise when dealing with a spouse with bipolar disorder.
Visits to the ER with suicidal thoughts increased 59% from '16-17 to '19-'21. There was a corresponding increase in cases in which suicidal ideation was the principal diagnosis
"...Each of them did exactly what the campaigns and counselors and public service announcements tell people in crisis to do: They asked for help."
What does the Bible actually say about addiction or substance abuse?...If you know where to look, you’ll find that the Bible actually says a lot about substance abuse.
“If somebody sees me like this then they won’t feel alone, now.”
Politics today can feel too confusing, too upsetting and too stressful.
In this complex, rapidly changing world, is it possible to really set some boundaries between work and non-work time?
There are other thoughts that make you do things you shouldn’t do, like over-eat, skip the gym, or waste money buying things you know you don’t need.
Negative thinking can contribute to problems such as social anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem.
ESSENCE's business editor, Jasmine Browley shares how her own traumatic firing experience led to her dream job.
Mental health and wellness is an important matter in today’s world because everyone knows and loves someone who has a mental illness.
Having faith can help you stay motivated and stay on track. It gives you beliefs to hold on to.
Do you buy more when you’re stressed, angry, sad or bored? You could be an “emotional spender”.
NBA Mind Health is guided by the central idea of humanizing mental health.
Many faiths incorporate or refer members to a 12-Step program wherein one embraces a higher power, thus mirroring their own beliefs.
How to stop a gaslighter in their tracks, according to the experts.
In this reading plan we explore 6 questions to help us find our most meaningful pursuit.
I was this close to taking my own life.
"Bad B— Have Bad Days Too” has multiple meanings for Megan Thee Stallion.
Willie Nelson is recalling how his late friend Paul English touched his life, including helping him get past a suicide attempt.
What really causes addiction — to everything from cocaine to smart-phones? And how can we overcome it?
NBA player Kevin Love launches program to support students and their mental health Kevin Love
The actress tells PEOPLE about years spent battling substance dependency on top of a devastating bout with postpartum depression
he's been through much more than most people might realize.
it was the worst mistake of her life and putting part of the blame on her inability to function due to having no support and postpartum depression.
Some people find that religion and individual spirituality can have a positive impact on their physical and mental health.
Happiful is a mental health and wellbeing magazine on a mission to create a healthier and happier society through inspiring life stories and positive news.
the agency charged with treating people with gambling addictions may be ill-prepared for such a significant expansion of the market
As a South Asian woman who suffers from eating disorders, I wanted to stop the erasure of people like me.
It's important that you and your therapist can see eye to eye in order to make good progress in your mental health journey.
Substance abuse in the U.S., you still may be surprised to know just how high it is.
Thomas & Friends is returning for Season 26 soon, and with new episodes comes a landmark new character.
Ten tips that will make any introvert look at parties in a new light
Mental health advice, which may help you navigate feelings of hopelessness, depression and more.
During active addiction, the addiction itself causes people to surrender their actions, thoughts, relationships, dreams, successes, and personal fulfillment.
Quick help for suicide thoughts and other mental health emergencies may soon be as easy as 9-8-8.
The beauty queen's January death by suicide was shocking because it seemed like she had it all.
about creating a platform for people who live in the "margins of life"
If we stopped using prisons to warehouse psychiatric patients, we could heal people and save tax dollars.
Imagined thoughts can very often feel real, especially when they’re recurring.
Can what you drink affect your teeth? Even though sugary drinks, acidic sodas, and staining coffee are common adversaries when it comes to your dental health, alcohol is another beverage that can seriously impact your smile.
Gabrielle Bernstein shares the life-changing experience that taught her how to heal.
Does the idea of making a mistake fill you with dread? Here’s how to get your self-criticism under control,
The stress and isolation of living in a pandemic are taking their toll on Americans’ mental health
The data is clear: rigid ideas about gender can be terrible for your mental health.
The conversation turns personal as Michi opens up about her own health scare and how it led to her suffering from severe postpartum depression.
Practicing gratitude, slaying her anxiety, and finding a therapist—these are just a few of the ways this busy actor finds balance.
“It is often used as an excuse to pathologize misogyny,” one psychology scholar told NBC Asian America of the term.
What the singer says — and what we need to listen to — is that recovery is a journey, and people will continue to make both good and bad choices along the way.
'I have to take care of myself better so I can keep showing up for who and what I love.'
“And I’m a survivor of sexual assault,” she continued her voice breaking. “I haven’t told many people that in my life.”
Stressing about financial issues so much that it compromises your ability to fall asleep isn’t a unique phenomenon.
How do I still remain relevant?'" the "Thrift Shop" rapper recalled. "It's a mess, but what's more of a mess is f--king dying."
Emotional boundaries are the hypothetical “do not cross” lines of any interpersonal relationship...
...a song she wrote about chasing your dreams despite what others say.
I spent years living in a dangerous and restrictive world that I had constructed for myself.
Thanks for your consideration and taking the time to support our mission of providing a Positive Shared Space™ for people battling substance abuse and mental health issues.
For those of us who suffer from depression, can render us incapable of getting out of bed and, and can leave us feeling somewhat indifferent,
Together the companies will make programming for both YouTube and the Headspace app.
Chrissy Teigen’s words about her “grief depression hole” demonstrate the painful reality of life after baby loss
During this time of heightened stress and anxiety, know that it's OK to reach out for help — and these resources will he
Cleveland Cavs star Kevin Love says talking about his mental health may have saved his life ... revealing he nearly died
Thinking about making a last-ditch effort to avoid a breakup?
The change doesn’t change overnight, but each moment that you remain substance-free is a win.
He believed he had nothing left to live for. “I was ready to end my life, I was ready,” he told The Sun.
The more I heard about practicing gratitude, the more I thought, "That definitely isn't for me." It's not that I don't
When someone you know appears suicidal, you might not know what to do. Learn warning signs, what questions to ask and how to get help
The main difference between bipolar 1 and bipolar 2 is the intensity of manic episodes.
Danica Patrick has been finding herself in the weeks since she and Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers decided to go their separate ways.
“journaling,” might not be readily apparent, the mental health benefits are real and significant.
The singer, talks about the most intimate moments in her life ..., sexual abuse,... and the pressure she felt to lose weight, which led her to use diet pills.
“Gambling is a wonderful distraction from one’s problems. It partly does this by creating new problems,”
Hopefully after watching this video you'll be inspired and motivated to go out there and achieve your goals.
Being honest about our professional disappointments is taboo - and it's holding us back, says Lotte Jeffs
It's hard to know where to begin, but these titles can help.
As a counselor, I know firsthand how important it is to know about the mental health services on your child's campus.
Her teacher is concerned she’s not more engaged with her peers. How can I help?
Throughout Euphoria's first season, we've watched Rue grapple with substance use disorder as a result of her depression, anxiety, and ADHD diagnoses.
If you're going sober or reducing your drinking for the first time and are finding it difficult, you may feel a bit isolated — but you're definitely not alone.
Even during the toughest times, God is there to calm you down.
Following her rise to fame as a member of Destiny’s Child, Michelle Williams found herself paralyzed with “What’s next?” anxiety.
The truth is that the peace you pursue is freely given to you in God’s Word. Overcoming Anxiety will show you how to discover this peace for yourself and end anxiety and fear for good.
You know exactly what you want in life. But you can’t seem to get there. You have all these resolves.
It’s not a formal condition. But life events that are both unpredictable and uncontrollable can leave people vulnerable.
At 19, I was almost raped. For far too long I thought it was my fault.
I was scared. I could feel the effects of the pills. I couldn’t control my legs. I knew I was slipping. I no longer wanted to die, but it was too late. ...
“There’s an obvious contagious effect with our emotional and cognitive experiences; we’re constantly affected by others and their emotional states”
Without a doubt, the biggest lesson I’ve learned over the last year is that the key to happiness is found in restraining yourself from doing stupid shit.
I’ve suffered from depression for most of my life. Yet, I’m still here, and I might even say thriving.
Both treat mental health, but you’ll visit them for different reasons.
Living life to its fullest requires far more than simply surviving.
In a time when drugs often highjack the lives of teenagers, James’ Addiction Talk leaves a mark.
I wish people knew how exhausting it is to be constantly thinking and worrying about every little thing. To feel like you can never relax.
My drinking had become problematic. It was a fact that I accepted, but that I didn’t pay much attention to, because in my mind, there weren’t any consequences.
Graduating from college and entering “the real world” is perhaps one of the most jarring life transitions a young adult can face.
“If we can teach children about sex education and physical education, why not mental? That’s where we start attacking this issue: with the children.”
Behind our anxious mindset and fear is always the question, what if? But the chances of the thing we’re so afraid of happening actually happening is low.
Including addiction in mental health discussions will improve services and save lives
The truth is no matter how successful we may be, at some point, we too will become stuck.
Maybe your life’s supposed to be a plane in a thunderstorm. It’s supposed to rattle and dip and give you butterflies.
The abuser often saves his wrath for times when he is alone with his target. He hides his violence in the shadows and behind closed doors.
My life was solitary, complicated, and stressful from a very young age.
I remember a lot of days feeling like an egg; an intact shell that looked smooth and clean, with an inside that was messy and maybe even rotten.
Today, I have been completely sober for 365 days. IN A ROW. It is nothing short of a miracle.
The complicated relationship between drinking and writing is well-documented, but how does creativity fare in sobriety?
Kanye West is continuing his stand against the stigma surrounding mental illness.
As a mental health professionals... I decided to dedicate myself to understanding and helping others – hoping by doing so I could understand and help myself.
Teresa Wong's Graphic Memoir About Her Postpartum Depression Helped Me Heal From My Own
With the holidays coming, parties and alcohol are more prevalent than ever.
Mental health is a key ingredient of human capital, but has remained one of the most neglected areas of health.
If you have to ask, “am I okay to drive?” then you already have your answer. Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
Scientists are finding that having a sense of purpose, whatever yours may be, is key to well-being.
A Beginner’s Guide to Cognitive Restructuring (That you'll want to read)
“This is something a lot of people experience and go through in their lives, and it’s a health care decision like many health care decisions.”
“We just thought he was OK,” she says. “I can’t emphasize enough. If you knew Chester, you would know that he was in a good place, in such a good place.”
To learn more about getting help or talking to a professional please contact NAMI, now if you need to.
In this op-ed, Christian Becerra explains why Latinx young people need better mental health education and support.
Drinking dimmed all the blinking alarms, muffled the klaxons.
Anger is energy with a message, and there’s only way to deal with it: Stop and listen to the message.
It’s hard to feel supported while sitting on a couch across from a white person requesting that I please explain why I’m afraid to let my son play with other kids in the area.
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK and this year, the focus is on body image.
I crave anything that gets me out of the insanity that encompasses my mind every minute of every day.
A handful of breweries are making tasty alcohol-free beers that don't suck.
Between the flowers, brunches, and cards, it’s important to recognize the challenges some mothers are facing.
I knew that if I couldn’t open up to this therapist, then she wouldn’t be able to give me the help I needed and the sessions would be a flop.
CNN's Don Lemon and Chris Cuomo discuss the importance of seeking out help for mental disorders.
Sexual assault is typically something you think will never happen to you-until it does and and you find yourself in desperate need of help and support.
Mental health awareness is really important. As is dealing with the stigma that comes with it.
Senator Amy Klobuchar on Friday released a $100 billion plan to combat drug and alcohol addiction and improve mental health care
Love and DeRozan revealed about their mental health... revealed their mental strength. It showed that they had the self-awareness and confidence to openly discuss and address their struggles.
Another family member says I am enabling her, but she’s alone and needs me.
Sexual assault is typically something you think will never happen to you until it does and you find yourself in desperate need of help and support.
The workplace can be a difficult environment if you struggle with social anxiety.
Social media tends to spotlight the highs in our lives, but Ariana Grande is getting real about the lows.
The phrase "sports are 90 percent mental and 10 percent physical" is often said—but how often do we take it to heart?
To learn more about getting help or talking to a professional please contact NAMI, now if you need to.
Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry teamed up to create a multi-part documentary series focused on mental health for Apple TV+
Have you ever been told, “I can imagine how you feel”...? I have felt this way ... the year after my brother passed away. That’s when I lost my will to live and wanted nothing more than to be with him in death.
Despite social acceptance, Xanax should be used with caution
As cannabis use becomes increasingly normalized, its effects become clearer
While filled with guilt, I decided to postpone my return to work outside of the home indefinitely. Now, instead of eight-hour shifts at my desk, my day consists of never-ending pumping and breastfeeding.
It’s time to stop living for the weekend.
Wendy Williams says she’s “living proof” that “there is hope” for those who battle addiction.
Kylie Robin from YourTango opens up on what it's like to be in love with a drug addict.
"I always thought, 'Who am I to complain? Yes, I was trapped in a room, yes, it was scary, yes, I saw horrible things. But who am I to complain?'" a Columbine survivor said.
With a single session costing as much as $300 in some cities, mental health care can feel more like a privilege than a right. We asked practitioners and patients alike for tips on how to make it work.
I stepped back from everything I was doing, everything I had going on, because somewhere in the middle of it, dawg, I just felt lost and I didn't know how I got there."
Wendy Williams' Husband Speaks Out About Her Sobriety: 'It's a Family Process'. ...launches drug and substance abuse hotline
Mariah Freeman tried every vice she could to dull the pain mental illness caused.
If you're rarely or never in the mood, one of these underlying issues could explain why.
Their worries about mental health might have a bright side.
Feeling suicidal? Mental health is important and so are you! ...and you're not alone!
“I was sitting in my room doing my nightly guided meditation before bed, and this sudden feeling of doom and dread sucked into my chest."
Years before he was getting paid millions to shout “motherfucker” at strangers on the silver screen, Samuel L. Jackson was a teenager with a drug addiction.
The start of a new year usually means resolutions, and with the promise of a clean slate, for some, comes the promise to be alcohol-free for the month of January.
If you are struggling with bipolar disorder, you are also at a higher risk for abusing drugs and alcohol. Because bipolar disorder means you experience extreme low periods along with manic high periods, you might begin using drugs and alcohol
I loved to get high. It was a treat that went alongside the other things I loved in life. But eventually it became the only thing I loved. I loved it more
Tapering during pregnancy increases the risk of relapse, which would put mother and baby at risk.
Here are the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for seasonal affective disorder (SAD), including light box therapy.
The goal of therapy is to give you the tools and strategies for navigating whatever is going on in your life—from stress or relationship issues to managing a mental health diagnosis.
IPSRT can be incredibly helpful for some people with bipolar disorder. Here are the ins and outs of how IPSRT can ease bipolar disorder symptoms.
A childhood victim of sexual assault, Keyon experienced a mental breakdown while playing for the Celtics in 2012, which has unleashed his mission to promote the importance of mental health.
The goal of the app is to help people stay in recovery.
Two new movies reveal the strengths and weaknesses of the film industry's attempts to tackle America's addiction crisis.
"There were things I could not handle, and I needed help,"
"Now, I feared that I was experiencing a bystander effect for the modern age."
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is for everyone 16 or older--regardless of prior experience--who wants to be able to provide suicide first aid.
'I had no self-worth': The language around addiction can make it harder for people to recover
Kid Cudi spoke freely about mental health and why hiding one's issues is not the way to go.
Facebook is lifting the lid on a host of new suicide prevention tools today
"Mindfulness" has become such a buzzword over the last couple of years, but what does it actually mean?
Can’t afford rehab? Luckily, gone are the days that inpatient treatment is the only way to get sober.
Peter Grinspoon went to rehab for his opioid addiction—and realized that current faith-based abstinence programs often lack scientific research.
...admits he was 'eggshell fragile' at the depths of heroin and crack addiction
Company is developing novel drug to treat memory-related psychiatric disorders by targeting a non-essential gene - acetyl CoA synthetase (ACSS2)
The popular herb may act like a prescription opioid, and could be addictive, the FDA says
The complications of addiction often depend on the type of substance or behavior.
Dying for a Drink is an addiction and recovery memoir that functions as a cautionary tale.
Your friends and family might love you, but they don’t always make for good therapists.
Going through the emotional highs and lows of bipolar disorder can greatly affect a person’s ability to function in day-to-day life. There’s no cure for bipolar disorder, but treatments can help.
“Most of the work of therapy happens outside the consultation room,”... “The best progress happens when you apply what you’ve learned outside that setting, in your real life.”
Let’s walk through the typical symptoms you can expect in each kind of episode, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).
Even five minutes a day of meditation can make a difference in overall stress levels
The Center for Prevention Services has developed a curriculum called "Learn to Lead" to teach children about substance-abuse prevention.
“He was kind, loving, and sweet—but his addiction was the one thing everyone focused on”
For those who consume alcohol above recommended limits, the task force advised doctors to “provide ‘brief counseling’ to help patients reduce their drinking.”
Facing the reality that "I need help" and knowing where to actually get it are crucial initial steps for anyone battling addiction.
“Real distortions of body image and issues related to body image can make a person so self-conscious that they can’t get turned on,”
“It’s not your responsibility to try to make the whole world happy.”
The faces of suicide attempts: Survivors reveal how they keep living
Experts share how to partake in the festivities but still take care of yourself.
The comedian on narcissism, fame, his new book on the 12 steps and life after addiction
Research has shown that working helps people overcome substance abuse and stay sober. It provides income and health benefits
Millions of people around the world can attest to the positive effects of mindfulness on their mental health and well-being.
It’s not because teens are consuming weed more, it’s because they’re using tobacco and alcohol less
"I believe it's necessary to say I come as a package deal. Anxiety and depression like to tag along from time to time."
Whether you're looking for a health care provider or are in need of urgent care, these resources have you covered.
The phrase "sports are 90 percent mental and 10 percent physical" is often said—but how often do we take it to heart?
Working with depression can feel like slogging through the mud. Try these strategies to help you maintain professionalism and cope with your symptoms.
I didn't feel like I was 'depressed enough' to deserve Mental Health Treatment.
Addiction recovery is possible, despite rock’n’roll stereotypes. 8 of the best memoirs by musicians in recovery.
Managing Pain in Addiction Recovery. You Do Have Options—Effective Ones,
A new study says staying awake all night could be linked to mood disorders.
Dwayne Johnson is changing the way men talk about depression.
As the opioid crisis rages on, interventions are on the rise. But the medical community is split on whether they actually work.
A craving doesn’t sound that difficult to get through, but when you’re in it, it can be quite and overwhelming.
America's opioid crisis continues to claim the lives of private citizens and celebrities, ...it becomes even more important to destigmatize substance use, and that starts with how we talk about it.
Lady Gaga, who has been open about her own mental health struggles, has written an essay calling for action to prevent suicide deaths.
At the start of 2016, the town of Kaitaia, in New Zealand’s Far North—population 5,000—had just experienced the loss of six young people to suicide in quick succession.
Squeezing meditation and mindfulness exercises into your day is much easier when you use an app.
I’ve suffered with bouts of depression for as long as I can remember.
6 Tips for Finding Buprenorphine/Naloxone Treatment in Alameda County, CA
Everything we know so far about Sublocade, the new monthly buprenorphine injection.
Emotions Play a Larger Role for Men to Becoming Healthy than Most Realize
Losing steam in addiction recovery? 5 ways to keep your recovery fresh.
Whether your family knows you're struggling with addiction or not, talking to them about it can be daunting.
Research into clinical treatments to reduce drug and alcohol use in young people with mental illness has received a significant funding boost, with a $1.25 million grant over three years from Gandel Philanthropy.
In 2017, the opioid crisis took over 50,000 Americans' lives -- more than all gun deaths and road traffic deaths combined.
Both films boast incredibly talented casts and artistic direction, but they also share an important central theme: the toll of addiction.
When it comes to turning back the clocks on our devices, technology has us covered. Our smartphones automatically adjust. But our internal clocks aren’t as easy to re-program.
In the new film Unlovable, we witness the character Joy hit rock bottom because of an addiction to sex and love.
Someone dies of opioid or heroin addiction every 19 minutes in this country and the so-called war on drugs isn’t helping.
America's long-standing approach to drug use hasn't worked, and the justice system is overwhelmed
It is crucial that parents understanding the warning signs of social anxiety in children, and learn to respond appropriately
The Run-D.M.C. rapper opens up about mental illness, addiction, and recovery.
A few short phrases can help people disconfirm irrational beliefs or fears.
David Sheff and his son Nic both wrote memoirs about Nic's meth addiction. Their stories are now the basis of a film starring Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet.
In the fight against an opioid epidemic ravaging the nation, Miami officials hope to use law enforcement to steer people into medical care instead of jail.
"If there is one point that I hope to make in this space it is that addiction can happen to anyone, and fortunately, so can recovery."
In the fast-paced 24/7 world we live in, it can be tricky to find even five minutes to take a breath and focus on yourself.
“Instagram is you looking at someone else’s life and thinking: they got it figured out—why isn’t my sh*t like that?”
The mission of Octave is to create a society where people are as proactive about their mental well-being as they are about their physical well-being.
Charlamagne tha God canceled his TimesTalk on mental health with Kanye, "he didn’t think the conversation would be 'productive'.”
The Halloween star, 59, tells PEOPLE that she’s lucky to have survived a secret addiction to opiates that began in the late ’80s.
GOQii, a health and wellness services company combining a wearable device with a mobile app and coaching services, is launching a limited US beta today.
Our timelines are full of people talking about anxiety and depression – but where's the line between helpful conversation and harmful appropriation?
The Years and Years lead singer speaks about his own experiences of mental health and the challenges the industry poses to those facing similar struggles
After recovering it can be tough figuring out where to go next, but give yourself time and remember – you are not your illness
Even with her 1.4 million Instagram followers, wellness star Sjana Earp talks about her struggles with depression.
Every little girl dreams of getting older and relishing in spa days and shopping sprees with their mom. I was no exception, but my storyline played out a little different
Actor Bart Johnson is helping save the lives of drug addicts who are desperately in need of assistance.
A public sex scandal is typically followed by them announcing they are seeking recovery from sex addiction.
High-profile celebrities, including The Beatles' Ringo Starr, have been sharing stories and personal accounts of their struggles with addiction
Suicide is a particularly difficult issue for those who have survived attempting suicide and are frightened of what they will do if they ever confront such a situation again
Lady Gaga, who has been open about her own mental health struggles, has written an essay calling for action to prevent suicide deaths.
Madelyn Ellen Linsenmeir was a mother of one with a beautiful singing voice, who loved swimming with her son and rarely met a person she couldn’t befriend.
Depersonalisation and derealisation disorder leaves sufferers feeling like nothing around them exists – including themselves
The theme this year’s is ‘surviving or thriving’ – but what if it feels like you can’t do either?The theme of this year’s #mentalhealthawarenessweek is ‘surviving or thriving’ – but what if it feels like you can’t do either?
This film explores the emotional issues within masculinity that's sidelined far too often
Workplace culture is slow to catch up to mental health issues, and sometimes it feels easier to just call in sick – we asked you what you think
The singer opened up about her experiences during a show this weekend
Tao Lin’s novel Taipei was the defining chronicle of nihilstic youth in the 2010s. After a five year gap his new book, Trip, is an exploration of psychedelic drugs, their benefits and his quest to feel less depressed.
In an age where most people are drinking to excess, it can become difficult to tell who is just like everyone else, and who is really struggling.
It’s only recently that we’ve begun speaking more openly about mental health in this country
With her popular series of designs symbolizing issues such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD, tattoo artist Fidjit is helping people like her struggling with their mental health.
When it comes to medical care, should men and women be treated equally? As it happens, the answer is no.
For Washington residents with mental health and substance abuse issues, it can be a challenge to get all of their needs met
"I'm not being hyperbolic when I say that therapy saved my life."
One in four people around the world experience a mental health issue and 56% of American adults do not receive treatment. Just like Michael,
I’m a naturally high-stress person, and my condition is only made worse by my passion for entrepreneurship.
On overcoming the psychic torture of sleeplessness.
A young woman’s relative describes the value of her life and pain of her death
Take a moment to watch this brief Breathing Exercise video, and thank yourself latter.
Congrats on caring enough about someone to share a bathroom.
Steve Carell plays a frustrated father and Timothee Chalamet plays his son addicted to drugs.
I was three days away from my NBA dream, and I walked away.
The thoughts pour in before I’m able to stop them’: This is how I experience anxiety
Former NBA player struggled on and off the court to find his confidence and says he began to lose himself in what he believed it meant to be an NBA star.
"I think I was really lucky," Williams said. "I tried to surround myself with people that held me to higher standards than I held myself."
Traditional masculinity doesn't exactly lend itself to introspection, discussing feelings, or even feeling those feelings. But masculinity is evolving.
Building blocks for mental health from Norman Rosenthal, M.D., author of Winter Blues—a.k.a., the guy who discovered seasonal affective disorder.
Hurray for the HotBlack Coffee cafe in Toronto for declining to offer Wi-Fi to its customers.
Much of modern life, though seeming to promote connectivity, has had the opposite effect of fostering social isolation and loneliness, experts say.
For decades, GQ magazine has convened unforgettable discussions with the world’s leading cultural figures—now that tradition takes a new form.
About 14 percent of drivers under the influence of pot had a child in their vehicle.
You know staying hydrated is important. But why? How much do you need? And when can you have a something that tastes a better instead?
The British pop star's been through the wringer since the very start of her career. Now she's taking back control of her story.
In a candid new interview, the Browns receiver admits he had something in his system "probably every game of his career."
Between therapy sessions, mental health patients can feel alone.
NBA players have raised mental health awareness this season. From Kevin Love opening up about his struggles with panic attacks to DeMar DeRozan sharing about his depression, athletes have done well to heighten focus on an important issue.
Michelle Williams has reportedly checked herself into a mental health facility outside Los Angeles due to a battle with depression.
Facebook’s role in the opioid crisis could become another scandal following yesterday’s release of harrowing new statistics from the Center for Disease Control.
On November 5th, right after halftime against the Hawks, I had a panic attack.
One can only imagine what it was like to work at Uber in the years leading up to Susan Fowler’s infamous blog post.
Taraji P. Henson has launched The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging African-Americans to talk about mental health in the community.
Nationwide, 62 percent of the jail population accounts for people who can’t afford bail, according to the Vera Institute of Justice.
I'd like to introduce you to "Tech Disabilities Project", it's a space on Medium where you can find "stories by people who work in tech and experience illness, injury or disability
The best-selling author of books like "The Fault in Our Stars," opens up to "60 Minutes" about exploring his fears through his writing.
Nothing was magically cured, but I now have a better handle on how to control seemingly uncontrollable feelings.
For as long as Hollywood has existed, drug and alcohol problems have seemed to plague its population.
In a year where we’ve lost so many porn stars to drugs, sex workers open up to Aurora Snow about their personal battles with addiction—and how they overcame it.
Everyone's come up with their own theories about why I’ve been absent since leaving the Bucks (NBA).
The 'Breakfast Club' co-host opens up about mental health, his sit-down with Kanye, and why he thinks all black men should go to therapy
You opened up a new world of possibilities to me, big bro! You showed me that it’s cool to be involved in tech and be black.
NBA star and MVP award winner Derrick Rose has parted ways with the Cleveland Cavaliers and could be leaving his NBA career behind.
Wednesday night during Game 3 of the NBA Finals, ABC aired a black-and-white ad starring Mahershala Ali as a silent, plaintive boxer working a bag held by his trainer, Danny Glover.
In a new nationwide survey of African-Americans, a full half of respondents said they don't know a single person in their community who works in the technology industry.
Hi, My name is Daniel and I'm a user experience designer with a decade of experience. I love the work I do, I'm pretty good at it and I'm an all around good guy.
When you hear the word “career,” most people picture the classic nine-to-five job.
In Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's much-discussed Harvard commencement speech on Thursday, the dropout had advice for young graduates. He emphasized, ... the importance of finding what motivates you
Nothing is more fashionable right now than anxiety disorders.
hen my alarm clock sounded this morning I jumped out of bed, eager to start the day and move forward with my life. I prayed...
Driving fast. I'm energized. I'm so excited because I'm on my way home now!
After years of sacrificing blood, sweat and tears, changing high schools every 1.5 years, adjusting to being the new kid again, working to make several basketball teams at new high schools - all for your love of basketball...
Why does it seem to bother you so much that I choose to be hopeful every morning especially when I'm down?
Last weekend I called an Uber, the driver arrived 7 minutes later, I stepped into the car and the driver asked me "where are you going?"
A few years ago I began experiencing severe pains I wasn't sure where they were coming from at that time. Needless to say, I just wanted the pain to stop.
What if I sent you a link to this post and asked you to: 1. Go to this page ...
Lonely in a room filled with strangers. Feeling alone right now screams danger
Social media has grown to be too big to handle all at once. Of course, that’s not breaking news. The whole idea of social media is brilliant. It affects us all one way or another whether we play an active role in it or not.
Love, Since the day you came into my life, you showed me new possibilities. I’m so glad we met!
... George Lopez woke up on his friend’s couch. He had no money to his name, he had just been fired from his job and he had just gotten kicked out of the home he grew up in.
It turns out women have more in common with their male co-workers than previously believed
For years I thought I had a pretty solid understanding of what it means to be patient.
