How Nordic countries embrace the long dark winter and beat the blues
The Nordic countries are no strangers to the long, dark winter. Despite little to no daylight — plus months of frigid temperatures — people who live in northern Europe and above the Arctic Circle have learned how to cope mentally and physically with the annual onset of the winter blues, which can begin as early […]
Nordic people know how to beat the winter blues. Here’s how to find light in the dark
The Nordic countries are no strangers to the long, dark winter. Despite little to no daylight — plus months of frigid temperatures — people who live in northern Europe and above the Arctic Circle have learned how to cope mentally and physically with the annual onset of the winter blues, which can begin as early […]
How to take care of yourself online postpartum
When Hannah Gheller had her baby 14 weeks ago, she did not expect social media to become such a “minefield”. The first-time mum from Melbourne/Naarm says she felt it was a “shame-inducing tool” when she was struggling to breastfeed and her son wasn’t gaining weight. “I would google tips for improving [milk] supply and expressing, […]
How to nurture the right mindset for living to 100
“I’m 87. I don’t feel 87, I don’t think like I’m 87,” declared Elaine Neuwirth on TikTok. “The most important thing is to get involved… interact with other people… have a purpose. Get up and move… Be part of the world.” Her words, now viewed by 3.6 million people and counting, capture the growing scientific […]
Chronic inflammation messes with your mind. Here’s how to calm it
Golam Khandaker’s mother has had arthritis for as long as he can remember. She also lives with depression, and it always struck Khandaker how precisely her arthritis flare-ups coincide with her most severe episodes of low mood. Perhaps it isn’t surprising that these bouts of painful inflammation might cause her to feel low. But as […]
Obesity May Bring Intimacy Concerns: How to Help Patients
Research has shown that obesity can be an underlying cause of both psychosocial and physical functioning and can be a consequence of disorders, comorbidities, and negative social attitudes that influence self-image, according to a new study published in Sexuality & Culture. The study analyzed the “relationship between sexual satisfaction and a variable describing preferences, expectations,” […]
How to Keep a Clean House with ADHD: Neurodivergent Cleaning Tips
Q: “My husband and I have ADHD, as do our two kids. For the life of us, we cannot have a house that isn’t messy and disorganized. Every room is a disaster area, from the kids’ rooms to the living spaces. We struggle to remember to put things back to stay organized. Besides, I can’t […]
Beating the Holiday Blues: How to look after your mental health and anxiety this Christmas
The festive season is a jolly time for most people. But it’s common for some to deal with Christmas-induced depression, anxiety, stress, and isolation. ADVERTISEMENT As we approach the winter solstice, the darkest time of the year in the northern hemisphere, sparkling lights and merriment of the holiday season are helping to brighten up our […]
How to Start the Conversation
Sarah, a new mom who’s thrilled about her 3-month-old baby, is struggling with her sex life. Her once vibrant physical relationship with her partner has dwindled, and she’s dealing with painful intercourse and a notable drop in desire. Pregnancy and childbirth are transformative experiences that affect every facet of a person’s life, including their sexual […]
How to Prescribe Monoclonal Antibodies for Migraine
Internist Vincent Martin, MD, said every primary care clinician should know about calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) monoclonal antibodies for preventing migraines. These newer drugs are changing the lives of his patients. “These should be primary care meds,” said Martin, director of the Headache and Facial Pain Center at the University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute […]