It’s become common to talk about and SSRIs (short for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, a class of antidepressants) the way people talk about supplements: a passing mention, a joke in a group chat, a “same” under a TikTok about Lexapro, even a line tucked into a dating profile bio. For many young women, the cultural … Read more
TV advertisements are literally driving people crazy. A UK woman named Carol checked herself into the emergency room after a Samsung smart fridge advertisement allegedly caused her to lose her grip on reality. The woman’s sister detailed her plight in a viral Reddit post, in which she implored the public to give her advice on … Read more
One hell of a haircut. Doctors in Pune, India, recently operated on a 10-year-old girl to remove a 10-oz. hairball, equivalent in size to a roll of paper towels, from her stomach. The child was diagnosed with “Rapunzel syndrome,” a rare digestive disorder caused by the compulsion to pull out and consume one’s own hair. … Read more
Mind over mattress? It’s no secret that most Americans don’t get the recommended seven to nine hours of nightly sleep. Persistent stress, pressure-cooker schedules, 24/7 digital connectivity and “hustle culture” significantly contribute to insomnia. There are several ways to address sleep deprivation — you could reconsider your sleep position, for one, and avoid heavy meals … Read more
The recreational use of marijuana has become more common in recent years. But some research has found that consuming cannabis could have negative effects on the body, especially the brain. A recent French study suggested that cannabis use raises the risk of heart attack and stroke more than cocaine, while a Canadian study found that dementia risk is connected … Read more
With summer travel kicking off in full swing, many Americans are seeking sunshine and waves. Aside from enjoying rest and relaxation, beachgoers will also be reaping the mental-health benefits of “sea therapy.” Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Langone Health in New York City, told Fox News Digital that “sea therapy is a real concept.” … Read more
If watching the news or paying the bills has ever made you feel sick, you’re not alone. “Americans are experiencing an unprecedented level of stress, fueled by the rapid-fire news headlines, ongoing inflationary pressures and an increasingly unpredictable world,” Dr. Mariah Corneille, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the gut-brain connection, told The Post. Now, … Read more
Better sleep, stat. Dr. Sasha Hamdani, a board-certified psychiatrist known on TikTok as @ThePsychDoctorMD, has taken to the platform to share her three hacks for improving sleep, and she promises that trying them out ASAP will result in another hour and a half of rest — at least. “If I’m remotely anxious, my sleep is trash. … Read more
Make it a good day. Dr. Daniel Amen, a double board-certified psychiatrist and brain-imaging researcher in California has taken to TikTok to share the positive morning affirmation that he promises can defeat negative thinking. Amen, whose A-list clientele includes Bella Hadid, Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus and Meghan Trainor, says the mantra needs to be said … Read more
She’s crying foul! Dr. Willough Jenkins, a Canadian and American board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child psychiatry, is revealing the most common parenting mistake she sees — telling your kids to stop crying. “Telling kids not to cry sends the message that their feelings aren’t valid. Crying is a natural way to express emotions, and it’s … Read more
Don’t let these anti-anxiety tips slip your mind. Dr. Daniel Amen, a double board-certified psychiatrist and brain-imaging researcher in California, has shared four solutions for managing the mind and alleviating anxiety. Addressing his 2.8 million TikTok followers last week, Amen reveals some shocking statistics about anxiousness, “It’s just rampant — doubled in children, tripled in adults.” Stress and anxiety … Read more
Never fear — a renowned psychiatrist is sharing his three-pronged method for breaking a panic attack. Panic attacks, which are sudden episodes of intense anxiety that cause physical symptoms, are very common. Experts say one in 10 Americans will experience one this year. Dr. Daniel Amen, a double board-certified psychiatrist and brain-imaging researcher in California, advises not … Read more
Even eager beavers can learn not to give a dam. Dr. Daniel Amen, a California-based double board-certified psychiatrist and brain-imaging researcher, is sharing how to stop being a people pleaser — and what to do if someone requests your help. “I’ve had this problem my whole life,” Amen confessed in a TikTok last month about being a … Read more
A mom told how her severe psychosis made her think she was a pregnant Viking princess and strangers were hacking her phone. Jade Rossiter, 26, had just changed anti-depressant medication when she started to get vivid dreams. Her visions quickly developed into psychosis – where you see or hear things that are not there or … Read more
People-pleasing can be a toxic way to move through life. Exhaustively going above and beyond for friends, family and folks at work — often to one’s detriment — in the hopes of remaining in everyone’s good graces can leave well-meaning “yes”-men feeling like emotional doormats. But a California-based psychiatrist says woeful sycophants can make the … Read more
Beware of psychopaths under — or in — your bed. One psychologist with experience treating the neuropsychiatric disorder has revealed the top warning signs that someone close to you might be more than just a little bit antisocial — and the probability could be higher than you think. Writing for Psychology Today, Kurt W. Ela revealed … Read more
Ecstasy could soon step off the dance floor and into therapists’ offices. Once a staple of rave culture and all-night dance parties, the illegal drug known as MDMA, ecstasy or molly may soon get approved for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A new study, published Thursday in Nature Medicine, found that MDMA plus psychotherapy can … Read more
If you trust your gut when deciding if a statement is true or false, maybe that’s just because lizard aliens are running the country. Research into what makes a person accept new information as true or false has revealed that facts and reality are rather slippery concepts. In a pair of new studies, behavioral scientists … Read more
DEAR ABBY: Two years before he met me, my husband of four years did something I feel was morally repugnant: He solicited a prostitute. When he committed this act, he was going through a dark period in his life. He was divorcing a woman who had cheated and left him for another man, raising his … Read more
Toco, the Japanese man who enjoys dressing as a collie, is part of a larger pack. Psychologists believe Toco might be a therian, someone who identifies with a nonhuman animal species. That’s not the same as a furry, who enjoys occasional cosplay in an animal costume or “fursuit,” say experts. It’s important “to distinguish between … Read more