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6 tips to keep dogs safe and calm for 4th of July festivities

July 3, 2024

6 tips to keep dogs safe and calm for 4th of July festivities

For the Fourth of July, veterinarian Dr. Sylvalyn Hammond and celebrity dog trainer Chrissy Joy share smart tips for keeping dogs safe and calm when the fireworks start.

'Sadfishing' social media trend could be symptomatic of 'concerning' issues, says psychologist

July 2, 2024

'Sadfishing' social media trend could be symptomatic of 'concerning' issues, says psychologist

Social media trend, "sadfishing," is when user draws attention to themselves or exaggerates their emotions, but it may be rooted from a more serious mental health issue.

Fourth of July fireworks: 4 tips to help veterans and other PTSD sufferers enjoy the holiday

July 1, 2024

Fourth of July fireworks: 4 tips to help veterans and other PTSD sufferers enjoy the holiday

While Independence Day fireworks are a celebratory tradition, many Americans with PTSD could have a hard time with the sudden, loud noises and flashes. Experts share their tips on how to cope.

Going to bed after this time could lead to poorer mental health, a Stanford study finds

June 21, 2024

Going to bed after this time could lead to poorer mental health, a Stanford study finds

A Stanford University study found that going to bed after 1:00 a.m. could lead to mental health issues. Study co-author Dr. Jamie Zeitzer and sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel discuss healthy sleep habits.

Heart attacks more likely during presidential elections and other stressful times, study shows

June 1, 2024

Heart attacks more likely during presidential elections and other stressful times, study shows

People with high genetic stress sensitivity, as well as anxiety or depression, are at a much higher risk of heart attack during times of socio-political stress. Doctors explain.

Mental health and stress issues in America get new attention from National Geographic

May 31, 2024

Mental health and stress issues in America get new attention from National Geographic

National Geographic released a new mental health campaign to encourage the public to understand the effects of stress. Contributor Yudhijit Bhattacharjee shared key details about stress relief.

Nurses speak out: 'What I wish I'd known before entering the profession'

May 28, 2024

Nurses speak out: 'What I wish I'd known before entering the profession'

Amid the ongoing challenges faced by today’s nurses, six people who have worked in nursing shared what they wish they’d known before they decided to enter the field.

ADHD affects 1 in 9 kids in US, new report reveals: ‘Shame and stigma’

May 24, 2024

ADHD affects 1 in 9 kids in US, new report reveals: ‘Shame and stigma’

Diagnoses of ADHD continue to rise among U.S. youth, affecting one in every nine U.S. kids, a new report reveals. Mental health experts explain the reasons behind the spike.

California psychologist 'heartbroken' by teen's 'toxic' family drama shared on Reddit: 'Profoundly troubling'

May 24, 2024

California psychologist 'heartbroken' by teen's 'toxic' family drama shared on Reddit: 'Profoundly troubling'

A teen writing on Reddit revealed a challenging family situation, with a psychologist telling Fox News Digital she feels "heartbroken" by the "troubling" drama as others weighed in, too.

5 myths about schizophrenia, according to a mental health expert: ‘Huge stigma’

May 24, 2024

5 myths about schizophrenia, according to a mental health expert: ‘Huge stigma’

Approximately 1% of Americans are affected by schizophrenia — yet the disorder remains highly misunderstood. A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner shares some common myths.