“We define a psychobiotic as a live organism that, when ingested in adequate amounts, produces a health benefit in patients suffering from psychiatric illness.” – John Cryan, Ted Dinan, and Catherine Stanton,…
How Mindfulness Builds Belonging |
Source: Mountain Highland / StockSnap This year, Harvard University inaugurated the Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness in Public Health with a $25 million endowment and a mission to pursue, among other…
The Importance of Nature in Our Lives
AnetFou / Pixabay You may have heard the term “ecopsychology” before, or perhaps you haven’t, but it’s a concept that impacts our lives whether we’re aware of it or not. Ecopsychology was…
A Worry Practice for Better Sleep
Source: Pexels / Pixabay I work with clients who have insomnia. Designing a worry practice1 is one key way to manage worry and other difficult emotions. We create a specific worry space…
Sometimes Imagining the Worst Is the Best Thing to Do
Source: PD pics/pixabay Kate is worried about getting laid off from her job. Tim applied to only a couple of colleges that fit what he wants to do but is obsessing about…
6 Things Not to Say to Someone Experiencing Depression
When someone you care about is struggling, it can be difficult to know what to say. Sometimes it can be overwhelming. Even the most well-intentioned of us are vulnerable to react in…
An Update on the Consequences of Overturning Roe v. Wade
A year ago, I published “The Mental Health Consequences of Overturning Roe v. Wade.” The post summarized the findings of the Turnaway Study, which examined the differences between women with unwanted pregnancies…
Anxious? Chewing Gum May Help
It may sound too good to be true: One simple, science-backed remedy for anxiety is chewing gum. (And, no, I don’t work for a gum company!) Chewing gum is generally good for…
Unlocking the Power of Biofeedback for Stress Management
By Dr. Sarah DihmesIn today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become all too familiar companions. The constant pressure to meet deadlines, maintain social connections, and stay productive can take a toll…
Why Conspiracy Theories Are Fun but Dangerous
Source: Photo by Chris Yang at Unsplash When I was a youngster, a conspiracy theory captured the imagination of many of my friends. My friend Lois, whip-smart and street-smart, told me that…