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How to Break Up With Your Therapist
A good working relationship with your therapist is key to successful treatment. So how can you tell if your therapist is right for you? And if they aren’t, how do you end the relationship?
An Eyewear Solution for Migraine Symptoms?
Learn if this new technology may be right for you.
What You Need to Know About Orthosomnia
Are you constantly checking your sleep tracker and worrying about your sleep quality? You might be experiencing orthosomnia. Learn what it is, how it affects your rest, and what you can do to sleep better.
Can Wearable Devices Help Improve Mental Health?
Some researchers think digital trackers and apps that monitor markers of anxiety, sleep quality, and depression can improve public health. Learn more.
The Dangers of the New Energy Drinks
Many of the new energy drinks contain high levels of caffeine, as well as sugar, artificial sweeteners, and natural stimulants like guarana. Here’s what to know about them.
Anatomy of a Gluten-Free Hamburger Bun
Gluten-free hamburger buns may seem like a healthier choice, but they often contain many ultraprocessed ingredients. Here’s a look at what’s inside.
How Asthma Inhalers Are Going Green
Traditional inhalers can contribute to climate change — one reason why greener dry-powder inhalers are becoming more popular in Europe.
Mapping the Brain’s Many Mystery Cells
Discover how researchers are linking brain-cell types to neuropsychiatric disorders like schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s.
Want to Reduce Low-Back Pain? Take a Walk
When it comes to low-back pain, walking might be better than rest, according to a recent study. Here’s why.
3 Supplement Trends for 2025
One thing is certain about the new year: Trends abound. When it comes to what you consume, these are a few worth noting.
Should Social Media Carry Warning Labels?
Yes, according to U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, who calls for tobacco-style warnings on social media platforms.
A Closer Look at Skin Cancer
That lump on your shoulder that seems to be growing? The scaly lesion on your cheek that never seems to heal? Those minor blemishes may not be as benign as you think.
13 Tips to Make the Holidays More Eco-Friendly
Choosing energy-efficient holiday lights, avoiding gag gifts, and using real plates and flatware are just some of the ways to make your holiday celebration more environmentally friendly.
Can a Plant-Based Diet Improve Health?
Yes, according to a recent study involving identical twins. Here’s what the researchers discovered.
How Many Microplastic and Nanoplastic Particles Are in a Bottle of Water?
Higher than previously estimated, according to a recent study. Here’s why that matters.
How Daily Movement Helps With Better Sleep
Physical activity during the day can lead to quality sleep, according to a recent study.
Why Do We Dream?: A Q&A With Neuroscientist Rahul Jandial
Can dreams help us solve problems? In his new book, This Is Why You Dream, neurosurgeon Rahul Jandial, MD, PhD explores the frontier of dream science to help us better understand our dreams — and the power they have to improve our lives.
How Does Drinking Alcohol Affect My Gut Microbiome?
Heavy drinking may lead to gut dysbiosis, according to several studies, but the health effects are less clear when it comes to drinking in moderation.
Exercise May Reduce Prostate-Cancer Risk
Here’s the takeaway from a recent study.
What Are Some of the Health Consequences of Eating Junk Food?
Eating ultraprocessed food may increase the likelihood of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and anxiety, according to a recent review. Here’s why.
Can You Use Marijuana While on Antidepressants?
Here’s what recent research is discovering.