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Mental Health & Mood

Mental health and mood can often meet at the intersection between your body and your mind. Here, we'll report on the latest scientific advancements and expert-backed advice for your own personal mental health journey.

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This Thermal Mapping Massage Relaxed My Shoulders for the First Time in Years

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Sober Travel Is the Next Big Wellness Trend—Even If You Drink

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Forest Bathing Gives Your Brain a Break

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Sound Baths Will Level Up Your Meditation Experience—Learn What to Expect

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Manifestation Is Undergoing a Rebrand—And This Time, It's All About Psychology

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Mental Health Advocate Elyse Fox Discusses Maybelline's Brave Together Initiative

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This Is What Happens When You Don't Get Enough Sleep, According to the Experts

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9 Steps to Fixing Your Sleep Schedule, Straight From the Experts

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“Cocoon” with Acceptance: How to Reset Your Wellness Routine for Spring

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How Understanding Your Attachment Style Can Help You Reset Your Dating Life

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How I Quit Drinking and Started Listening to My Body

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Mel B Opens Up About Her Mental Health Journey and Embracing Her Curls

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“Scripting” Is the Manifestation Practice Going Viral on TikTok—Here’s How It Works

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I’m Spending Lunar New Year Untangling Generational Curses

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Pinterest Is Launching New Body-Type Technology for a More Inclusive Feed

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TikTok is Making Puzzles Cool Again—Meet the Most Stylish Option of 2024

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Ashley Tisdale Opens Up About Experiencing Stress-Induced Alopecia

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How I Finally Nailed Mindfulness, Thanks to the Moon

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We Asked Therapists to Explain Why We Attract Emotionally Unavailable People

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43 Ways to Feel Better When You're Having a Bad Day

This Is Why You Have Anxiety After Drinking, According to Science
This Is Why You Have Anxiety After Drinking, According to Science

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5 Books to Read If You're Going Through a Breakup

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8 Reasons You Should Start Gratitude Journaling

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The "Healthiest" Weight Range Is Different for Every Body—Here's What to Know

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This Is Why You Can't Stop Dyeing Your Hair

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How to Actually Enjoy Downtime, According to Psychologists

5 Honest, Personal Stories From Women Who Have Gotten Abortions

The Power and Pleasure of Dopamine Dressing
The Power and Pleasure of Dopamine Dressing

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Here's How to Relieve Anxiety During Your Period, According to Experts

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So You Picked Your Skin Too Much: Now What?

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How to Manifest, According to a Neuroscientist

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Meet Transcendental Meditation: The Meditation Technique for Busy Minds

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What People Don't Know About Love After a Toxic Relationship

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Unpacking "Doorknob Confessions": An Avoidance Tactic Our Brains Employ in Therapy

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We Talked to a Self-Development Coach About How to Recover From Burnout

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10 Ways to Be Happy With Yourself Right Now

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How Moving From Italy to America Helped Me Learn to Love My Body

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Here's The Real Reason You Can't Stop Picking Your Skin

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Dressing for Your Body Type Is a Myth—Here's What to Do Instead

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Floatation Therapy: What to Expect and Benefits

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I Tried Hypnotherapy to Calm My Anxiety—Here's What It's Like

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How to Cope With a Sudden Onset of Anxiety

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Harnaaz Sandhu on Self-Confidence, Social Media, and Skincare

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10 Important Things I Learned When I Gave Up Instagram for a Week

Joey King's Happiness Is "In Development"

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It Takes a Village to Get Dressed Postpartum

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We Know Beauty Filters Are Bad For Us, But Is Anything Changing?

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Eva Mendes Is Bringing Boredom Back

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Why I'm Taking a Break From Dating

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Can I Just Say: I'm Tired of Everyone Telling Me I Look Tired

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How to Do a Life Audit and Let Go of What Doesn't Serve You

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5 Signs You Should Unfollow People on Instagram For Your Mental Health

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Stressed But Well-Dressed: The Rise of Brutally Honest Mental Health Merch

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Ali Stroker on Makeup, Motherhood, and Meaningful Advocacy

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How To Break Up With Your Therapist, According To Therapists

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How to Set and Maintain Healthy Boundaries, According to Mental Health Experts

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It May Look Weird, But This Technique Will Boost Your Mood

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How I Reframed Being Fired For My Mental Health

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I Tried Yoga Nidra, and It Was as Restorative as a 4-Hour Nap

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7 Ways to Strengthen Your Intuition Muscle

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The Complete Guide to Chakra Meditation

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Why Check-Ins With Your S.O. Are More Important Than You Think

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How to Wake Up Happy Every Day, According to a Laughter Therapist

Yes, And: The Complexities of Announcing Your Engagement on Instagram