The off-week trip through 24 years of blog posts.

Unpacking troubling data (for Yanks) with researcher Frank Infurna, plus a Mike Doughty update.

Celebrate National Coloring Day on August 2nd and explore the benefits of coloring for creativity and mental wellness.

Law enforcement is often the default response to a mental health crisis. This approach to crisis response, however, is leaving communities without the support systems they truly need. Communities greatly benefit when mental and behavioral health services and alternative response options are prioritized. This Minority Mental Health Month, the Center for Policing Equity examines what it takes for every person to receive the appropriate care they need, from investments in equitable access to healthcare to expanding affordable and culturally responsive care.

Is estrangement the fault of evil therapists intent on tearing families apart? The Wall Street Journal "investigates."

Human written, human curated, free, and ad-free. Why I need your help

How can storytelling, music, dance, poetry, and other creative practices help people make meaning, build connection, and foster healing?

Most of us can only spot AI-generated text about half the time. A psychologist who specialises in mental health communication shares the concrete signals worth learning.

It is sad to say that one of the greatest talents a depressed person holds is their ability to hide their suffering.

Therapist Amy Hooper on coming to understand yourself, finding the right fit, and going at your own pace.

The off-week trip through 24 years of blog posts.

A new study utilizes UK Biobank data to demonstrate that subjective loneliness exerts a direct causal impact on mental health degradation and reduced subjective wellbeing.

Learn how to recognize early signs and communicate effectively to provide meaningful support for an adult child facing mental health challenges.

Understand the teen mental health warning signs and learn how regular check-ins can enhance emotional well-being for your child.

The theme for this week seems to be sharing resources

While we tend to associate seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with winter, summer SAD — also known as reverse SAD — is a real struggle for some people. And it can be tough to deal with in a season where there's so much pressure to make the most of the hot, sunny days.

These resources listed below are intended for adult survivors of child sexual abuse who are seeking support. Whether you identify as a victim, survivor, or as someone working through the trauma of sexual abuse, know that you are not alone, you are not to blame for what happened, and support is available to help you on your journey to healing.

A new study in Molecular Psychiatry suggests that the timing of childhood abuse is linked to distinct differences in how the adult brain processes emotional information, depending on whether the trauma happened in early childhood or adolescence.

Back from vacation - how travel is good for my mental health - until it isn't

Young adults are increasingly stressed and depressed by the fear of other people’s judgment.

There are some uncomfortably eugenicist vibes in Trump’s latest disability policy, which authorizes states to institutionalize more Americans.

Ways we can support those we care about who have or are experiencing depression while looking after our own mental health.

Creative hobbies can reduce stress and improve your well-being. Therapists explain how this works even if you aren’t a creative person.

The off-week trip through 24 years of blog posts.

For some it's complicated.

Almost half of Australian men have experienced two or more adverse childhood experiences. Researchers say it’s linked directly to adult mental ill-health.

Podcasts Have Gotten a Bad Name - For a reason, but maybe we should look deeper

When Telling the Truth Stops Feeling Safe

Depression can be a huge challenge for a relationship. Loved ones of someone with depression often feel helpless. But there is actually a lot they can do ― and a lot they shouldn't.

Learn practical strategies to support a loved one through psychosis and guide them toward effective treatment with confidence and care.