Latest Mental Health Shows
Mental Trauma Can Impact Your Physical Health
May 24, 2018Women react differently to trauma than men do, and the long-term effects of trauma can bring on complicated health consequences. Violence and abuse, specifically, are associated with chronic illnesses that can decrease one's lifespan—but many with trauma don't seek help. Women's health expert Read More
How Do I Know if My Child Has an Eating Disorder?
May 7, 2018In the United States, 1 out of 100 teenagers will struggle with an eating disorder. If your child is starting to develop one of these disorders, it’s important to get professional help. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner ... Read More
Smartphones Increasing Emotional Health Problems in Teens
Apr 2, 2018There has been a significant increase in emotional health problems among American teenagers since the adoption of smartphones. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner discusses the science and impact of smartphones on teenagers. ... Read More
Practicing Kindness Can Keep You Healthy
Mar 29, 2018Being kind is good for your health. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about why practicing kindness can lead to a happier, healthier life, and discusses some simple ways to practice being kind that can improve your overall ... Read More
Healthy Ways to Cope with Anxiety Disorder
Nov 16, 2017We all can become anxious sometimes. But what if you feel anxious all the time? Anxiety disorders are diagnosed twice as frequently in women than in men. Women expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about some of the ... Read More
Helping Asylum Refugees Deal with Trauma
Jul 18, 2017It’s a topic many U.S. citizens don’t think about—treating the psychological needs of refugees. The trauma that so many refugees suffer does not go away when they reach their new country. In fact, refugees are faced with many new traumas as they adjust to a new culture. Dr. Omar Reda, a ... Read More
Can Fidget Spinners Really Stop Fidgeting?
Jul 17, 2017Fidget spinners are a cheap and trendy new kids’ toy that claims to help with ADHD, anxiety, and other mental health issues. But pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner says there's no hard evidence these toys help kids to ... Read More