How can you tell if your child is ready for a smartphone? What are the alternatives?
The start of the school year means some parents will be asking a big question: is it time for a child's first phone? How can you tell if your child is ready for a smartphone? What are the alternatives? And how do you set achievable, healthy boundaries if your child does get a phone?
How to Overcome Social Anxiety: 9 Expert-Backed Tips
Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is an intense fear of social situations. You may feel anticipatory and persistent fear of being judged or rejected. You may also experience a racing heart, nausea, and sweating, among other physical symptoms. Social phobia and anxiety can negatively impact friendships, romantic relationships, and school and work opportunities.
6 Signs Your Shortness of Breath May Be From Anxiety
Shortness of breath (dyspnea) is an anxiety symptom. It can be triggered when you feel anxious. In turn, being unable to catch your breath can cause you to feel more anxious. There are some ways to tell if anxiety is the cause of your shortness of breath. For instance, if your dyspnea resolves within 30 minutes or improves with relaxation techniques, it's likely due to anxiety.
Study reveals link between traffic pollution and women's mental health
It is no secret that air pollution of any kind is bad for our health. Recently, though, there has been more focus on the association between traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) and depression specifically. A new study not only supports previous findings about this association but also identifies the mediating effects of menstrual cycle characteristics.
Walking Just 5,000 Steps a Day Can Reduce Depression Symptoms, Study Finds
Walking 7,000 steps a day may reduce your risk of depression and getting just 5,000 steps a day may reduce symptoms of depression, according to new research.1 The new study highlights the mental health benefits of walking and makes the case for fitting in some extra steps when you can.
