Mental Health

13 articles

Visual representation of the gut-brain axis, showing the connection between the gut microbiome and brain health with glowing, interconnected pathways.
Healthy Living

What is the gut-brain axis and its microbiome influence on mental health?

In 2020 alone, major depressive disorder was responsible for approximately 49.

Chloe Bennett·May 13, 2026
Diverse individuals interacting with AI interfaces for mental health support in a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing the boom in digital wellness tech.
Trends

Digital wellness tech booms as AI offers new mental health solutions

First appointments with mental health platform Cerebral are often available within 24 hours, a stark contrast to traditional wait times that can stretch for months, according to CNET .

Lauren Fisk·May 13, 2026
A person meditating in a calm, sunlit room, embodying peace and stress reduction through mindfulness.
Wellness

What is Mindfulness's Role in Stress Reduction and Well-being?

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programs have been shown to slash perceived stress by up to 33% and mental health issues by a staggering 40%, according to Open Psychology Journal .

Chloe Bennett·May 12, 2026
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