Mental Health

12 articles

A person meditating peacefully surrounded by lush adaptogenic herbs and mushrooms, symbolizing stress reduction and enhanced wellness.
Wellness

How Adaptogens Support Stress Response and Wellness

In a recent study involving 50 participants, daily Restake supplementation significantly reduced anxiety and depression levels, improved sleep quality, and alleviated multiple domains of fatigue.

Chloe Bennett·May 10, 2026
A person calmly performing a body scan meditation, finding peace and reducing stress in a tranquil, sunlit environment.
Wellness

What is the science behind stress reduction techniques in 2026?

A simple body scan exercise has been shown to reduce stress with a mean difference of 0.

Chloe Bennett·May 10, 2026
A young adult looking distressed while viewing idealized fitness content on their phone, highlighting the negative impact of fitspiration.
Nutrition

Fitspiration drives disordered eating, harms body image.

A recent meta-analysis of 26 studies, involving 6,111 young adults aged 18-33, found that consuming fitspiration content led to poorer body image, increased negative emotions, greater social compariso

Ryan Patel·May 9, 2026
Person meditating outdoors at sunrise, symbolizing mental well-being and resilience through daily habits and mindful living.
Healthy Living

8 Key Daily Habits for Mental Well-being and Resilience

Overuse of virtual communication and the internet actively threatens physical and mental health, even as people seek connection, according to PMC .

Lauren Fisk·May 7, 2026
Split image showing a free community yoga event and a modern, commercial wellness center, illustrating the contrast between public and private wellness initiatives.
Wellness

Navigating Community Wellness: Free & Commercial Initiatives

In Santa Barbara County, over 150 locations are lighting up green for Mental Health Month, yet the Mental Wellness Center's 'Peace of Mind Walk' on May 31 requires a registration fee, according to Edh

Chloe Bennett·May 6, 2026
An elderly Italian grandmother smiling while teaching a young person to make pasta, symbolizing the nonnamaxxing trend of embracing traditional routines for wellness.
Trends

Why TikTok's Nonnamaxxing Trend is About More Than Just Italian Grandmas

On TikTok, a platform synonymous with fleeting trends, millions of young people are now embracing the seemingly anachronistic daily routines of Italian grandmothers to combat modern stress.

Lauren Fisk·May 5, 2026
Diverse individuals happily participating in a cooking therapy session, fostering a sense of community and mental well-being.
Wellness

What Is Cooking Therapy and Its Benefits for Mental Well-being?

In a recent study, 90% of psychiatric inpatients with depression and eating disorders reported they would recommend culinary medicine cooking workshops for their recovery.

Chloe Bennett·May 5, 2026
A person looking tiredly at multiple screens showing time tracking data, highlighting the paradox of digital wellness tools.
Wellness

Digital Wellness Tools Track Your Time, But Don't Guarantee True Disconnection.

In 2026, Newsweek recognized 10 standout mindfulness and wellness apps, chosen by experts and readers alike.

Chloe Bennett·May 5, 2026
An artistic depiction of the gut-brain axis, illustrating the connection between a healthy gut microbiome and a calm, clear brain.
Healthy Living

What Is the Gut-Brain Axis and How Does It Affect Your Health?

Andrew Moseson experienced a significant improvement in his depression symptoms within about a week of undergoing an FMT clinical trial, a finding that dramatically alters perspectives on mental healt

Chloe Bennett·May 4, 2026
A cozy, dark cabin interior with a window overlooking a misty forest, symbolizing digital disconnection and peace.
Wellness

How Digital Disconnection is Shaping Wellness Retreats

In Oregon, Skycave Retreats offers guests three-day stays in cabins designed for complete darkness.

Chloe Bennett·May 3, 2026
Diverse community members engaging in wellness activities like yoga and play within a sunlit, accessible urban park.
Wellness

Outdoor Wellness Spaces: Addressing the Access Gap

While cities like Portland, Oregon, invest millions in converting vacant lots into community wellness spaces—Portland committed $10 million in 2022, for instance—100 million Americans, including 28 mi

Chloe Bennett·May 3, 2026
A cinematic representation of the gut-brain axis, showing glowing neural pathways connecting the digestive system to the brain, illustrating their communication.
Healthy Living

What is the Gut-Brain Axis and How Does it Affect Your Mental Health?

Irritation within your gastrointestinal system can directly signal your central nervous system, triggering significant mood changes such as anxiety or depression.

Chloe Bennett·April 30, 2026