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Seasonal Affective Disorder Support

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Seasonal affective disorder can cause significant disability. Source: Yuris Almaidi/Unsplash Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of condition that includes: depression This occurs at certain times of the year, but most commonly in the fall and winter when daylight…

Women, advocate for yourself in 2025

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Source: Taha Mazandarani/Unsplash As we reflect on this year and look forward to 2025, some key takeaways about the challenges facing women shared on this blog over the past 12 months, and some questions to help you plan to act…

Does skin care affect your brain and mood?

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Source: Freepik / Freepik Cosmetic science is reshaping the way we view skin care, not just as a way to improve our appearance, but as a means to support our mental well-being (Seo, 2024). New research shows that skin, brain,…

How to overcome political divisions in your family

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The 2024 US election is over, but many people are still carrying the weight of months of politics on their shoulders. stressregardless of the candidate they support. Almost 70% of American adults report feeling this strain (American Psychological Association, 2024).…

Explaining the great fear of drones

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The current fear of mass sightings of drones over the United States can be understood through the lens of social psychology. US history is full of similar waves of mass sightings of all kinds of strange creatures and unusual things,…

Year-end self-care guide: Do something for others

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The wellness industry often portrays self-care as a solitary pursuit: spa days, bubble baths, $40 candles. Moments like these are precious, but what if connection and caring for others were just as nourishing? self-care? During this season of self-care, let…

6 dangers of suppressing your emotions

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Source: Vika_Glitter/Pixabay If you ask Jake what he would do if his partner did something that bothered him, he’d probably say, “Leave him alone.” It’s not just Jake. Many men in particular, but also many women, have learned not to…