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Give Yourself the Gift of a Little Time Alone

The holidays are wonderful, but they can also be hectic and stressful. Finding some “me time” can really help. Here are some ways to do it. >

The Good a Little More Quiet Can Do

When the hum of traffic breaks the silence of early morning, many of the benefits of nature and less noise go out the window. >

Overweight? Make Sure You Get Enough Vitamin D

Vitamin D deficiency can lead to high blood pressure, particularly in those with high BMIs. Getting enough D can lower it, but don't overdo. >

Screen Time and Kids: How Much is Too Much?

The amount of time a child should spend on recreational screen time changes with age. Here's guidance on what parents should aim for. >

Do It in Person

When you socialize in person you open the door to a deeper kind of connection, one that is not only rewarding, but good for your health. >

Climate Change Can Be Heartbreaking -- Literally

Rising temperatures and extreme weather events don't just hurt the environment. They are reversing progress in treating heart disease. >

Depression and Dementia, a Two-Way Street

Which comes first: depression or dementia? Memory issues are depressing, and treating depression can improve cognitive performance. >

The Promise of Mindfulness

Mindfulness meditation can improve attention and memory and ease depression. Here are recent findings and ways to begin trying it yourself. >

The Longterm Benefits of Positive Emotions

Teens who experience more positive feelings in adolescence have better overall health in adulthood, suggesting a useful intervention. >

Dogs Are Good for Your Brain

Dogs do different things for the brain depending on what you do with them. Some activities promote relaxation; others, concentration. >

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