“It was [multiple] years of them being held hostage — wrongful detention, kidnapping, whatever you want to call it. It was pretty much a nightmare, and I’m glad it’s behind us. The... Read more »
If you’ve been feeling helpless and hopeless lately, you’re not alone. A few months ago, the World Health Organization reported a worldwide rise in anxiety and depression (WHO, Sept 2025), and our... Read more »
Co-authored with Cece Sykes, LICSW Cannabis, screens, drinking, drugs, gaming, food, hookups! We have so many ways to check out. And it’s not always easy to check back in. As a result,... Read more »
All of us live in macrocosms as well as our own microcosms. There is the larger world around us and the smaller world that we each inhabit. The other day, I was... Read more »
Few people know the full story of how beagles have been—and continue to be—bred and used “in the name of research.”1 In her new book Lab Dog: A Beagle and His Human... Read more »
Why do some people seem better equipped to handle life’s ups and downs? Research suggests that certain positive traits, known as character strengths, may play a key role in shaping both happiness... Read more »
Artificial intelligence is making waves in mental health care, and chatbot therapists (digital tools designed to talk us through our struggles) are at the forefront. They promise accessible, affordable support that’s always... Read more »
Fertility challenges demand an endurance that few outside of this journey can fully understand. The cycle of trying, waiting, and grieving becomes a rhythm of life, each attempt requiring the emotional and... Read more »
As the new year arrives, many of us are holding out hope that this year will bring something brighter. But after a tough year, and what some may say is a rough... Read more »