For hundreds of years, we’ve bred dogs to be the perfect human companion. It’s no wonder why around 66% of households in the U.S. own dogs, and 29% have cats. Pets not only offer great companionship, but research shows they can also boost our emotional...
Halloween is known to be a spooky and fun holiday filled with costumes, trick-or-treating, haunted houses, and parties. But for some people, it can be less of a treat and more of a trigger—especially for those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)....
Many of us experience mental health struggles at some point in our lives. Whether it’s coping with depression or anxiety caused by stress, unexpected life events, or other factors, know that you are not alone. Managing mental health can feel like an ongoing...
If you’re like most of us, when you think of a healthy diet you think of protein, calcium, vitamins—all the things your mom told you needed to grow up healthy and strong. She was right, of course, but one essential mineral is missing from that list: magnesium....
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common condition experienced by many new mothers. It is characterized by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion—all of which can interfere with daily life, and interrupt the process of bonding with the new baby. While postpartum...
Think of a depressed body. What comes to mind? Slouched shoulders, drooping posture, a shuffling gate, or something along those lines—right? We all conjure a common image of movement and depression because our emotions are embodied and expressed through our shared...
