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    Adverse Childhood Experiences Linked to Justice System Contact
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
    A happy couple hands their passport to an airport worker.
    Frequent Travel Can Make for Happier Life, Study Shows
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
    Darryl Strawberry is the mentally strong person of the week.
    Mentally Strong Person of the Week: World Series Champion Darryl Strawberry
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Dating Apps Don't Inhibit Love, Study Finds
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    Mental Health Is an Increasing Focus in Rap Lyrics—What That Means for Listeners
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
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    Dry January: The Benefits of a Month Without Alcohol
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
    James Altucher is the mentally strong person of the week.
    Mentally Strong Person of the Week: James Altucher
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    America's Mental Health Is the Lowest it's Been in Two Decades
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Diet, Exercise, and Sleep Are Pillars of Mental Health, Study Finds
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    New Links Between Inflammation, Menopause, and Depression, Research Finds
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
    Feeling restless is a common problem.
    Ask a Therapist: How Can I Stop Feeling Restless and Unproductive?
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Mentally Strong Person of the Week: Motiff
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    For Many Borrowers, Student Loans Are a Mental Health Crisis
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    The 2020 Verywell Mind Year-in-Review
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Are You Making a New Year's Resolution This Year? Readers Weigh In
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    PTSD and Depression Increase Early Mortality Risk
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
    Sleep trouble and high stress often go together.
    Ask a Therapist: What Can I Do to Sleep Better and Feel Less Stressed?
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Meditation May Ease Migraine Symptoms, Study Shows
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    Why It's Okay to Break Your New Year's Resolutions
    Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
    Danica McKellar is the mentally strong person of the week.
    Mentally Strong Person of the Week: Danica McKellar
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Male Managers Hold Greater Stigmas Against Workplace Depression, Study Says
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    Teens With Body Image Concerns At Risk for Depression
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    New Educational Model for Teaching Sexual Consent Embraced by Young People, Study Finds
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    What to Know About the 2020 APA Stress in America Report
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
    Remote learning is tough for many kids.
    Ask a Therapist: How Do I Help My Kids Cope With Pandemic Stress?
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Suicidal Thoughts On the Rise a Year Before and After Birth
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    Extreme Biohacking: Self-Improvement or Mental Health Concern?
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
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    Digital Self-Harm Is on the Rise, Study Shows
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
    Nora McInerny is the mentally strong person of the week.
    Mentally Strong Person of the Week: Nora McInerny
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    CBD Doesn't Impair Driving, New Study Finds
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Diversity and Inclusion Are Key to Improving Longevity Fitness, Report Finds
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
    Be firm when family tries to guilt you into doing things.
    Ask a Therapist: How Can I Deal With Pressure to See Family for the Holidays?
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
    A young girl with black hair working on a computer with wireless headphones in.
    Earlier Intervention Is Needed for Children at Risk for Self-Harm
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Divorce Conflict Strains Mental and Physical Health, Study Shows
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
    Dan Harris is the Mentally Strong Person of the Week
    Mentally Strong Person of the Week: Dan Harris
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    New Research Explains How to Deal With Defensive Behavior in Emotional Times
    Fact checked by Rich Scherr
    Watching your sister move out might feel sad.
    Ask a Therapist: Should I Feel Bad for Telling My Sister to Move Out?
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Researchers Confirm Link Between Alzheimer’s and Gut Microbiota
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
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    Mentally Strong Person of the Week: Ally Brooke
    By Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Virtual Reality Experiences May Have Mood-Boosting Benefits
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
    Two white gay men walk down a dirt road while holding hands and smiling.
    Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual People May Face Higher Dementia Risk Later in Life
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
    Anxious woman reading notes outside an office full of people
    Mindfulness Might Not Remedy Stress How You'd Expect, Study Suggests
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    It's Been a Landmark Year for Drug Decriminalization: Here's Why That Matters
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Most Older Adults Won’t Seek Help For Depression, Survey Finds
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Major Link Found Between Air Pollution and Neurological Disorders
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    The Holidays Could Feel Lonelier This Year Due to COVID-19, Here's How to Cope
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
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    Is 2020 Turning Us All Into Pessimists?
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
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    This Is Why You Get Chills While Listening to Your Favorite Song
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Your Birth Control Won’t Cause Depression, Study Finds
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Psilocybin Effective for Treating Major Depressive Disorder, Research Suggests
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
    Two businesswomen look up at screen. One is holding an iPad.
    Paid Employment May Protect Women's Memory Later in Life, Study Finds
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
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    Social Engagement Promotes Brain Health in Older Adults, Research Shows
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
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    Yoga, Tai Chi, and Meditation Provide Relief for Veterans with Chronic Pain and PTSD
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    Virtual Reality May Boost Success of Eating Disorder Telehealth Treatment
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
    A white man with facial hair lies in bed looking at his smart phone screen.
    Social Anxiety and Depression Linked to Dating App Usage, Study Finds
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
    A young, transgender person of color with short hair colored green smiles and looks away from the camera. They are wearing a purple shirt
    Earlier Access to Gender-Affirming Care Improves Mental Health Outcomes for Trans Youth
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    E-cigarettes May Help You Quit Smoking, But Carry Their Own Risks
    Fact checked by Emily Swaim
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    How to Stay Mentally Strong When Your Candidate Loses the Election
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn
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    A Verywell Report: Americans Find Strength in Online Therapy
    Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
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    Daylight Savings Time Just Ended, Here's How to Cope With Less Sunlight
    Fact checked by Sean Blackburn