Mental Health

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Young women are challenging the stigma of sex and love addiction support groups

Neda Ulaby

On social media, young women are increasingly open about attending 12-step sex and love addiction programs. Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous reports 1,200 meetings in more than 50 countries.
Arts & Culture

Jeppe Hein's breath art signals new direction for UCSD's Stuart Collection

Julia Dixon Evans

"Breathe With Me" is a temporary, participatory installation that invites visitors to engage in mindfulness through breathing and painting together. This project represents a new chapter for UC San Diego's long-running and acclaimed Stuart Art Collection, celebrated for its impactful public art series.
Health

What is the No. 1 leading cause of stress for you? Hint: It's not family

Katia Riddle

A new poll from the American Psychological Association shows 7 out of 10 adults say the future of the Nation is a significant source of stress in their lives. And the results cross party lines.
Health

Young adults with disabilities build skills training shelter dogs

Heidi de Marco

A program at the County of San Diego Animal Services is giving young adults with disabilities hands-on experience, while preparing shelter dogs for adoption.
Health

Ozempic shows promise for alcohol and drug addiction, study finds

Maria Godoy

The weight-loss drugs are linked with reduced rates of excess drinking and opioid overdoses, suggesting they may tamp down substance use cravings too.
Health

COMIC: Science-backed mood boosters to (almost instantly) snap you out of a funk

Marielle Segarra

Connie Hanzhang Jin

Six techniques to energize you when you feel sluggish and relax you when you feel stressed. Feel the transformation in 15 minutes or less.
Health

How to talk to your Latinx family about mental health

Naydeline Mejia

Isabeth Mendoza

Sylvie Douglis

Shame and stigma play a huge role in discouraging folks in the Latinx community from seeking mental health care — and talking about it with their families. These steps can help you prepare for the conversation with your loved ones.
Health

LGBTQ+ women face disproportionate rates of mental health issues and barriers to care

Bec Roldan

A new report finds that LGBTQ+ women in the U.S. experience high rates of trauma, mental illness, and other health conditions. And they're less likely to seek medical care.
Health

Here's how to turn climate change anxiety into action

Allison Aubrey

More than half of young adults feel anxious, angry and powerless over climate change, a recent survey found. But there are ways to help turn that distress around. Here's how to give them a try.
Health

The tricky etiquette of parenting in public

Emily Siner

Your little one is having a meltdown at the park. Everyone is looking at you. What do you do? A psychologist offers parents advice on how to help their kid (and themselves) navigate the chaos.