Mental Health

A cartoon graphic of a miracle drug. Today, we're taking a close look at the placebo effect and how more scientists are convinced of its power.

Who’s Afraid of the Placebo Effect?
An image of photographer, filmmaker and mountaineer Cory Richards, with the Himalayas in the background.

The Mountaineer Who Hit Rock Bottom on Top of Everest

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A speaker at the Tales of the Cocktail Beyond the Bar program

How Beyond the Bar Became a Vital Resource for the Drinks Community

Developed at Tales of the Cocktail, the BTB platform is tackling wellness, substance abuse and mental health issues

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What It’s Like to Be Obsessed With Healthy Eating

"To me, not eating 'bad' foods like felt like a superpower"

Adderall bottles

A Massive Fraud Case Could Disrupt Adderall Supplies For Thousands

The Department of Justice recently announced multiple arrests

A man resting on a beach. Not tracking my sleep stats is one of my seven healthiest habits.

My 7 Healthiest Habits as a Wellness Writer

Wellness doesn't have to be so intense. Here's what I stick to.

Aang from "Avatar: The Last Airbender" looking out at clouds of pink and blue.

What I Learned From Watching "Avatar" as an Adult

Almost 20 years ago, Aang and the gang began their unforgettable quest. They rarely make TV this creative and considered anymore, for kids or adults.

A split image featuring Kaleb Joseph (L) playing basketball for Syracuse and Joseph again (R) talking to an audience.

The Star Recruit Who Fought Depression to Find His Purpose

Former Syracuse guard Kaleb Joseph has a message: "It's not just you"

A man on a bike ride with three kids, black and white.

A Family Virtue That Men Are Pretty Bad at Protecting

We can get a lot better at "kinkeeping," fellas. Here's how it works.

A vintage photo of a farmer driving a John Deere tractor through his fields.

The “Green List Diet” That’s Eased My Inflammation

Courtesy of a California lab, it's also helped me lose weight and regain focus. Here's how the approach works.

An old TV from the 1980s with a video game being played. We look into the science behind video game addiction.

How Many Men Are Secretly Addicted to Video Games?

"Internet gaming disorder" is now a recognized mental-health condition, but the debate about the pros and cons of video games still rages

A man looking at his phone while riding a bike, black and white.

The Bleak Reason No One Says “BRB” or “GTG” Anymore

Remember when logging on was an actual event in your day?

Figurines of ancient soldiers fighting.

Always Angry? How Pent-Up Fury Sabotages the Body.

If you treat each day like a battle, you're going to accrue some scars

An old sketch of a man writing at a desk.

The Life Hack That Beethoven and Ben Franklin Had in Common

Time to reintroduce your brain to some old friends: pen and paper

An angle of adults playing petanque in the summer. We take a look at the other international games to try this season.

This Summer, Skip Spikeball and Try These International Games Instead

Seven pastimes for the park, beach or garden. None involving a mini trampoline.

A plane passing through pink clouds during a sunset.

Why Is Creativity Easier to Come By in the Air?

Planes are an oddly great place to come up with good ideas. We explore why.

A pile of weighted pillows from Quiet Mind against a soothing cosmic background. Here's our review of their Original Weighted Pillow.

The Wellness Benefits of Using a Weighted Pillow

Meditation is better with Quiet Mind's nine-pound cushion

Three women and one man talking at a bar, illustrated.

Why Some Men Prefer the Friendship of Women 

It’s certainly not a bad thing, but experts suggest there are upsides to male bonding