The Emotional Brain: A Canary in the Coal...Read More
The Emotional Brain: A Canary in the Coal...Read More
Dear Readers, As the new year unfolds, I—along with many others—continue to struggle with painful levels of stress and anxiety. Beyond the evidence that political polarization is taking a toll on our collective mental health, waking up each day to ...
As this year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on just how hard it has been. I’ve written openly about my own anxiety and anhedonia—the difficulty experiencing pleasure—shaped by a challenging childhood and intensified by profound life changes. In the past two years, ...
A practicing OB/GYN talks about the healing power of open conversations. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ KEY POINTS Social taboos prevent open conversations about sexual health, fostering stigma, misinformation, and prejudice. Open dialogue normalizes sexual experiences, reduces misinformation, and fosters inclusivity. Discussing sex improves ...
How to be OK (for now) when things don’t feel OK. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ KEY POINTS In a divided world, managing big emotions constructively can foster growth and strengthen relationships. Self-regulation techniques, such as mindful breathing and self-compassion, can help us heal ...
Here are three simple tools to reset your core emotions and thrive. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ KEY POINTS Yes, election anxiety is a real thing. It wasn’t good in 2020, and it is back big time. People can learn how to tolerate the ...
How challenges experiencing satisfying pleasure sabotages well- being. KEY POINTS: Anhedonia is the diminished ability to experience satisfying pleasures. It is common among various mental health issues. Addressing anhedonia is key to improving mental health and sexual well- being. Prescribing ...
