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Know What's Happening in Wellness
Adolescent OCD spikes at puberty; ERP therapy is gold‑standard
A 15‑year‑old’s obsessive‑compulsive disorder worsened despite therapy, highlighting that OCD often intensifies during puberty. Experts say exposure response prevention (ERP) within cognitive‑behavioral therapy is the gold‑standard treatment for teens.
A recent study by Seoul National University of over 7,000 participants found that people who view happiness as changeable report higher well‑being than those who see it as innate. Participants rating happiness as predetermined were less happy overall and less responsive to events like the pandemic. The research suggests beliefs about happiness act as a self‑fulfilling prophecy, aligning with the broader finding that genetics, circumstances, and personal choices each shape happiness. Embracing an internal locus of control may boost emotional resilience.
Recent independent studies highlight matcha's catechin EGCG as a potent anti‑cancer agent, capable of inducing apoptosis and disrupting tumor metabolism. Laboratory work shows EGCG downregulates mTOR and AKT pathways while protecting healthy cells from oxidative stress. Clinical observations link high...
Nigeria is one of the most stressful environments on earth to be young and ambitious in. Bad economy, family pressure, social media comparison, uncertain future, etc. And most young Nigerians are carrying all of it silently while pretending everything is fine. Your peace...
A 15‑year‑old girl’s obsessive‑compulsive disorder is worsening despite two rounds of private therapy focused on eliminating rituals. Experts explain that adolescent OCD often spikes during puberty and that exposure response prevention (ERP) within cognitive‑behavioral therapy (CBT) is the gold‑standard treatment....
I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again… Some people see me as way too optimistic Some people see me as way too pessimistic I refuse to give up my hope for things to get better but I also refuse to...
A Michigan State University study of 418 sexual and gender diverse people of color shows that higher identity cohesion is associated with greater resilience and fewer depressive symptoms, offering a new lever for wellness professionals.
The World Health Organization rolled out a year‑long, multilingual campaign titled “Together for health. Stand with science” on April 7, 2026. Anchored by the International One Health Summit in France and the inaugural Global Forum of WHO Collaborating Centres, the...
Scientists from KLE Academy of Higher Education and CSIR‑CDRI reported that time‑restricted feeding (TRF) prevented fat accumulation and enhanced glucose clearance by 26% in a mouse model of menopause. The study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, suggests meal timing...
Developmental pediatrician Michael Zilibowitz announced a new "Watch, Wait & Wonder" framework at the Zero to Three conference, urging parents to embed stillness into daily routines. He highlighted a tenfold surge in adolescent emergencies in Sydney and cited economist James...
A poll by C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital reports that one‑fifth of parents with children aged 6‑12 say their kids have no or insufficient friends. The finding adds to mounting evidence that early and pervasive technology use is eroding social skills...
Neuroscientist Eamon McCrory, CEO of Anna Freud, told the Mpowering Minds Summit in Bengaluru that supporting mothers yields benefits that ripple across generations. He highlighted emerging research on stress, attachment and epigenetics, and urged policymakers to scale relational early‑support programmes....
Pediatric specialists in India are warning that sharing a bed with an infant increases the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). They recommend that babies sleep in a separate crib or bassinet in the parents’ room, a practice endorsed...
BACP‑registered counsellor L.J. Jones unveiled a 14‑point guide for fathers on raising siblings who get along, drawing on advice from leading therapists. The guide stresses equal treatment, consistency, and fostering teamwork, aiming to turn inevitable sibling conflict into a source...
Jetts Fitness India’s Managing Director Rahull Raghuvanshii says the Indian fitness market is moving away from weight‑loss‑only goals toward a holistic model that blends strength training, recovery science and mindset work. The change is driven by consumer demand for functional...
Mike Tyson published a Saturday motivation column on April 4, 2026, emphasizing prayer and a fluid mindset as sources of inspiration. The former heavyweight champion’s candid remarks have ignited conversation about the role of spirituality in personal development content.
Exercise scientist Anthony Blazevich highlighted research indicating cycling may be up to four times more efficient than walking for cardiovascular health. The findings, published on April 4, 2026, suggest a simple shift in daily activity could dramatically improve aerobic fitness.
Wake Forest School of Medicine has started a five‑year, $5.7 million NIH‑funded MORPH trial to evaluate a low‑impact “movement medicine” protocol for seniors with osteoarthritis. The remote program uses wearables, mobile apps and weekly video groups to encourage frequent, gentle activity...
Semaglutide and tirzepatide have shown a 20% drop in major cardiovascular events, a 24% slowdown in kidney disease progression, and a 33% lower Alzheimer’s diagnosis rate. The FDA’s expanded Wegovy label and a wave of new brain‑health trials are turning...
Bloomsbury General announced it will publish "Our Later Years", an anthology written by the women of New Ground Cohousing, a feminist‑utopia community in North London. The collection examines how people can enjoy a creative and fulfilling third age.
Retirement isn’t just about leaving work—it’s about designing a life you actually want to wake up to. In this episode, we explore the deeper side of retirement—purpose, identity, and what truly keeps you alive long after your career ends. From a...
Apple’s Watch platform is being hailed as a new standard for consumer‑grade big‑data analytics, leveraging FDA‑cleared atrial‑fibrillation detection and a growing suite of health metrics. Senior director Deidre Caldbeck says the goal is inclusive, actionable data for every iPhone user,...
Andromeda Robotics founder Grace Brown has introduced Abi, a socially interactive humanoid robot, into senior living communities across California and Washington. The robot, already operating in Australian facilities, can converse in 90 languages and is positioned to address the loneliness...
The French Government hosted the three‑day One Health Summit in Lyon, bringing together heads of state, international agencies and civil society to advance the One Health agenda. The event, timed with World Health Day, showcased the Quadripartite partnership of FAO,...
Modern Wisdom released a new episode titled “The Terrible Paradox of Self-Awareness,” featuring guest Robert Pantano and host Chris Williamson. The conversation argues that consciousness simultaneously generates anguish and the capacity for love, beauty, and purpose, reshaping how spiritual seekers...
Israel has risen to eighth place in the 2026 World Happiness Report, even as the nation endures a protracted war with Iran. Researchers say the high ranking reflects deep social bonds, while also warning that the metric masks rising anxiety...
Zachary Fox published a personal essay on Business Insider describing his own postpartum depression after becoming a dad, a rare first‑person account that puts paternal mental health on the national agenda. The piece details his symptoms, treatment and the isolation...
Olympic bronze‑medalist judoka Ori Sasson visited the JCC Maccabi Campus Games in Pittsburgh on Aug. 6, 2025, to explain how disciplined focus and the willingness to face fear shaped his Rio 2016 success. He linked a controversial handshake incident to a...
Virgin Active reports that men now account for half of reformer Pilates participants, matching women for the first time. The shift is linked to high‑profile fans such as David Beckham, Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles, and is reshaping class dynamics at...
Dr. Jeffrey Rouse, a Tulane professor and chief medical officer at Shiftwave, highlighted Norway as an underrated longevity hotspot, citing sauna use, outdoor activity, and the Nordic diet as three fun, low‑tech biohacks. The insights arrive as interest in practical,...
30 seconds to breathe at the rest area, before you get back on the road 🚙🛣️🌌
The state of your nervous system shapes how you experience the world. When we are constantly in “fight or flight,” it can take a toll on both physical and emotional health. Simple practices like breathing, mindful pauses, and time in nature, can...
Martha Stewart recently highlighted Breville’s 3X Bluicer Pro and the more affordable BJE200XL as essential tools for her daily green‑juice habit. She praised the premium model’s ten speed controls and 50‑ounce jug, while noting the budget option’s $59.95 price makes...
If longevity escape velocity arrives by 2033 (Ray K’s prediction), a 50-year-old today has a shot at seeing 2100. The prize: 50 extra healthy years of compounding knowledge, relationships, and impact. Worth optimizing for? Focus on a longevity mindset.
Healthy dietary patterns, longevity genes, and life expectancy: A prospective cohort study "Compared with the bottom quintile, achieving the top quintile of dietary scores was associated with 1.9 to 3.0 years of life gained at 45 years in men and 1.5...
The post argues that highly sensitive, intellectually intense individuals—termed neurocomplex—experience a distinct form of loneliness that stems from a mismatch between their internal regulatory coherence and their social environments. Conventional social fixes like dinner invites rarely help because these people...
Just out: new @timmermanreport column: The Unreasonable Effectiveness of Lifestyle. https://t.co/0cibAwyaZi @zakkohane @shottan @BStulberg @hjluks
People stay broke because they keep saying, ‘I’m broke’ They stay fat because they keep saying ‘I’m fat’ They stay lonely because they keep saying ‘I’m lonely’ Stop labelling. Start doing.
The article explains that stress often triggers regressive, childlike thinking patterns, manifesting as cognitive distortions such as personalizing, all‑or‑nothing, should‑ing, and blaming. It argues that these mental shortcuts distort reality, leading to impulsive decisions and strained relationships. By recognizing and...
Hot take: you don’t need a gym membership, a Peloton, or a $200/month studio class to be in shape. You need two dumbbells and your living room floor. I put together a full body workout with GIFs so you can’t...
Sometimes you just need an audiobook and let yourself flow in the gym. No plan, no counting, no PR. Just move your body, move heavy shit, sweat, and let the overwhelming thoughts melt away
The author recounts three intense weeks—training for an ultramarathon, viral cycling videos with his son, and closing multiple six‑figure consulting deals—yet feels a lingering emptiness. A hamstring injury forced him to stop running, exposing a stark contrast between physical presence...
Thrilled to welcome Stephanie Beasley and Gretchen Hammer to these roles. Their leadership will strengthen Colorado as we expand access and lower costs for physical and mental health care. https://www.colorado.gov/governor/news/governor-polis-makes-cabinet-announcement
Therapy harm stuff is all over Threads right now and I'm just here to say that two things can be true. Our system needs to change. Stigma and coercive practices have shaped our field in ways that cause ongoing harm and On...
A child psychologist cautioned parents against the ubiquitous phrase “I just want my kids to be happy,” arguing it creates unrealistic pressure and stifles emotional growth. The expert cites research and the film *Inside Out* to illustrate how embracing a full...
Are your teens often exhausted? Here is a little on the science behind later school start times and their impact on health. With improved mental health and bett
Has anyone successfully evaded norovirus when the rest of your household has it?! If so, can you share what you did? Asking for a MYSELF 😩 because this is currently me…just waiting & hoping:
As people get older and have less energy, there's often a drive to make things more predictable. But the most important thing you can do for your brain: put it in novel situations and give it novel challenges. #Livewired https://t.co/1PKvPkClbI
GLP-1s appear to reduce the odds of mental illness getting worse. Another unlooked-for benefit. Caveats: 1. This is observational, not an RCT. 2. This is reduction of odds getting worse on each of these measures. Not reduction of existing mental illness....
Spend quality times with your parents. Be present, interested and joyful. Give them your undivided attention. This is the best gift that you can give yourself.
When we are thankful, we open ourselves up to fully experience the big and the small moments that make each day and each interaction truly special. #SaturdayThoughts #SaturdayMorning #SaturdayMotivation #gratitude #appreciation #thankful https://t.co/yHrsvrjxMh
