WELLNESS / EMOTIONAL HEALTH

As Online Sports Betting Opportunities Rise, So Does Gambling Addiction

The rise of online betting has created a spike in searches on gambling addiction. Clearly it's a problem for some. What be done about it? >

Narcissists Feel Left Out

People who are narcissistic demand to be the center of attention. If they don't get it, they feel ostracized and can become aggressive. >

Hate Speech on X Rises after Musk's Purchase

Hate speech and fraudulent bot-run accounts have proliferated since Elon Musk bought the platform. Fewer moderators is a likely source. >

The Educational Costs of Teens' Smartphone Use in School

Kids spend as much as 25 percent of their school day on their phones, missing out on much of what education offers. Policies are needed. >

When Parents Play Favorites

Daughters are more often the favored child, a study finds. It has to do with the personality traits that make kids easier to deal with. >

It's Not Easy Being a Sandwich Caregiver

Parents who take care of their aging parents in addition to their own children are in a bind. There are few programs to help them cope. >

Loneliness Leaves a Message in Your Blood

Loneliness and isolation are not good for you physically or mentally, as their "signature" in your blood shows. Here's how to reconnect. >

Top Health News of 2024: Combat Veterans with TBIs Turn to Psychedelic Drug for Relief

A plant-based psychedelic, ibogaine, shows promise as a way to relieve symptoms of PTSD in veterans with traumatic brain injuries. >

Top Health News of 2024: Teen Depression: Don't Just Blame Social Media

A closer look at the connection between depression and social media use reveals that other factors, such as time outdoors, also play a role. >

"Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!"

Many parents resort to threats to get kids to behave. This may work short-term, but a targeted and consistent approach works better. >

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