IN THE TAPESTRY OF AMERICAN LIVES, an unsettling thread of solitude weaves through the narrative, as revealed by January’s enlightening Healthy Minds Monthly Poll from the American Psychiatric Association. Today,... Read More
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Gum and Health!
I HAVE BEGUN TO CHEW GUM, as there is evidence that the practice can enhance attention while promoting well-being. Today, we explore the mental and physical health benefits of chewing. Today,... Read More
Sonic Bliss: Sound Baths
Asound bath is a therapeutic experience that involves immersing oneself in soothing sounds and vibrations produced by various instruments. This essay explores sonic bliss: the secret stress-reduction weapon you never... Read More
LSD for Anxiety
A NEW CLINICAL TRIAL SHOWED THAT MM-120 — the hallucinogen you may know as LSD — has potential as a new treatment for generalized anxiety disorder. When my patients tell me that they have... Read More
2 Hours A Week to Beat the Blues
NEW RESEARCH SUGGESTS IT TAKES LESS THAN 2 HOURS of exercise per week to boost your mood and reduce depression symptoms. Today’s topic? 2 hours a week to beat the... Read More
Probiotics & Mental Health
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions worldwide, affecting a significant portion of the global population. The condition is the most common mental illness globally and has a striking impact on the global disease burden.... Read More