Today's Wellness Pulse
NYC construction safety training now mandates mental‑health education
The New York City Department of Buildings has added mental‑health modules—covering stress recognition, suicide prevention and coping strategies—to its mandatory safety training. The updated curriculum applies to all workers on city‑funded projects and to contractors seeking permits, impacting roughly 150,000 construction employees.
People with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Have Higher Rates of Suicidal Thinking, Planning and Attempts
A systematic review of 18 studies covering over 2 million menstruating individuals found that people with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) experience markedly higher rates of suicidal thoughts, planning, and attempts than those without the condition. Reported prevalence varied widely, from 0.011 % in large population samples to 86 % in clinical cohorts, with about one‑third of adolescents and a quarter of adult women with PMDD reporting suicidality. PMDD affects up to 6 % of people who menstruate and is a chronic, mood‑disruptive disorder. The findings highlight the urgency of early diagnosis and integrated mental‑health care.
Complete Rest Costs More Than You Think
The cost of complete rest is not zero. It is measurable, it compounds, and it is almost always worse than people expect. Injured? Have you stopped everything? Did you need to? Did you ask? We decondition so rapidly......
10 Percent Happier at Work: Dan Harris on Mental Health, Burnout and More
Dan Harris, former ABC News anchor and author of the bestseller *10% Happier*, delivered a keynote at the BenefitsPRO Broker Expo in Chicago, highlighting the rising burnout crisis—affecting more than half of American workers. He shared personal stories of depression,...
Mushrooms Made a Mother
A first‑person account details a guided psilocybin experience in suburban Atlanta, illustrating the author’s search for mental‑health relief after years of therapy and consumer excess. The narrative captures the emotional turbulence and curiosity that drive many to explore psychedelic‑assisted treatment....
Bharat Vedica Contrasts Fast Living with Slow Food in New Brand Film
Bharat Vedica unveiled a brand film called “The Art of Slowing Down,” showcasing traditional Indian food practices. The video contrasts today’s fast‑paced lifestyles with time‑intensive methods such as making Bilona ghee, wood‑pressed oils and stone‑ground flours. It emphasizes patience, cultivation...
Taking Exams Among Plants to Improve Concentration
The Plants & Flowers Foundation Holland (PFFH) and industry partners have launched a pilot that places living plant walls in secondary‑school examination halls across four Dutch cities. The green installations aim to cut stress and boost concentration, with research showing...
Mona Kattan’s Kayali Teams up with Calm to Make Wellbeing Tools More Accessible
Fragrance brand Kayali, founded by Mona Kattan, has partnered with mental‑health app Calm. For the month of May, every Kayali online purchase includes a unique code that unlocks three months of Calm Premium for free. The offer gives users full...
Join Sleep Week: New Meditations & Expert Guidance
What's your biggest sleep struggle? Racing thoughts? Can't fall asleep? Wake up at 3am and can't get back down? Introducing Sleep Week on the 10% with Dan Harris app—six days of sleep-focused content, 10 new sleep meditations, podcast episodes with leading...
In-Home Personal Care Services for Everyday Support
In‑home personal care services provide tailored assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, mobility, and medication reminders, enabling seniors and recovering patients to stay safely at home. Care plans are customized, ranging from a few weekly visits to round‑the‑clock...
Demand Avoidance: It's Not Just a Drive for Autonomy
The post argues that demand avoidance in teens is driven by anxiety, not merely a desire for autonomy. Parents often mistake avoidance for independence, granting unchecked freedom that reinforces avoidance behaviors. This cycle leads to stagnation, as children say no...
FDA Clears Flow Neuroscience’s At‑Home Brain‑Stimulation Headset for Depression
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Flow Neuroscience’s FL-100 at‑home transcranial direct current stimulation headset for adults with major depressive disorder, marking the first regulatory clearance for a consumer‑grade neurostimulation device. The decision opens a non‑drug, clinic‑free treatment pathway...
Survey Shows 61% of Employees Fear Speaking Up, Undermining Psychological Safety
Radical Candor’s latest survey of 600 U.S. employees reveals that 61.3% are reluctant to speak up about workplace concerns. The findings point to a widening trust gap between leaders and staff, with implications for personal empowerment and organizational performance.
Cornell Study Links Vitamin B12 to Muscle Mitochondria, Aging and Longevity
Cornell University scientists published a study in the Journal of Nutrition showing that vitamin B12 deficiency impairs skeletal‑muscle mitochondrial energy production and reduces muscle mass in aged mice. The findings broaden B12’s role beyond anemia, pointing to potential interventions for...
Princess of Wales Launches First Royal Guidance on Social‑Emotional Development
Catherine, Princess of Wales, unveiled the Princess of Wales’ Centre for Early Childhood’s new guidance on social‑emotional development at the University of East London on May 7, 2026. The framework, titled “Foundations for Life,” is intended for anyone working with...
Added Sugar Labels Would Prompt Teens to Dump Sugary Drinks, Research Shows
A new SAHMRI study published in BMC Nutrition shows that front‑of‑pack warning labels displaying the number of teaspoons of added sugar on sugary drinks can dramatically shift teenage behavior, with many opting to stop buying or drinking them. Australian adolescents...
Newsweek Feature Spotlights Breastfeeding Hardships Amid Growing Backlash
Newsweek published a feature that details the physical and emotional challenges of breastfeeding, arguing that recent backlash often overlooks the nuanced reality. The piece, written by a longtime doula and lactation educator, calls for balanced conversation that acknowledges hardship without...
Advanced Teacher Training Module
Breathworks is launching a six‑week Advanced Teacher Training Module starting June 20, 2026, designed to deepen instructors’ expertise in its Mindfulness for Health and Mindfulness for Stress programmes. The fully online course combines weekly live Zoom sessions, self‑study, and a global peer...
Re:Mind Debuts 14‑Day Mental Models Program to Boost Independent Thinking Amid AI Consensus
Re:Mind rolled out a 14‑day mental‑models curriculum from its Joshua Tree headquarters on May 7, 2026, targeting the erosion of independent thought caused by AI‑driven consensus. The program pairs a 100‑card deck with a companion app to embed critical‑thinking habits,...
J&J Seeks to Rewrite the Script on Depression Treatment
Johnson & Johnson’s new Generation Fine survey of 859 patients and 800 clinicians across eight countries found that nearly four‑in‑five people with major depressive disorder doubt oral antidepressants will fully resolve their symptoms. Residual symptoms linger for about 75% of...
Study Finds Brain Health Improves at Any Age with 5‑15 Min Daily Training
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas tracked nearly 4,000 participants for three years and found that just 5 to 15 minutes of daily, targeted brain‑healthy practice can measurably improve performance at any age. The findings challenge the long‑standing...
UT Dallas Study Finds Daily Micro‑Training Boosts Brain Health at Any Age
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas reported that a three‑year longitudinal study of nearly 4,000 adults demonstrated measurable gains in cognition, social purpose and emotional resilience after just 5‑15 minutes of daily targeted mental exercises. The findings challenge...
Amazon India to Scale up Rest Facilities for Delivery Associates to 250 in Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai and Other Cities
Amazon India announced it will expand its Ashray rest‑stop network to 250 centres across Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and other cities, adding 50 new sites by the end of May. The facilities offer air‑conditioned seating, water, electrolytes, charging points...
People Who Grew up in the 60s or 70s Are Often Praised by Their Adult Children as Having Been “Tough”...
The article examines how the label “tough” was used by 1950s‑70s families to describe children who silently coped with emotionally unavailable adults, not as a sign of true resilience. Adult children now praise their parents’ toughness, unknowingly echoing the same...
Study Links Consistent Daily Rest Patterns to Slower Biological Aging
Johns Hopkins scientists reported that adults with stable daily rest‑activity rhythms show slower biological aging, based on epigenetic clock data from 207 participants. The finding positions consistent sleep and activity as a measurable lever for longevity‑focused biohackers.
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Can Predict Fainting 5 Minutes Early, Study Shows
Samsung announced that its Galaxy Watch6 can warn users of an impending fainting episode up to five minutes in advance, achieving 84.6% accuracy in a clinical trial of 132 participants. The feature relies on the watch’s PPG sensor and AI‑driven...
These 2 Habits Can Protect Muscle & Metabolic Health As You Age
A new research review underscores the two‑way link between skeletal muscle and blood‑sugar control, highlighting that preserving muscle through regular strength training and daily creatine supplementation can markedly improve metabolic health. The review cites a randomized trial where adults with...
Could Eating More Fibre Improve Deep Sleep?
A new observational study of 3,500 Israeli adults tracked with food diaries and wearable sleep monitors found that higher daily fibre intake and greater plant diversity are linked to modest gains in deep and REM sleep and a lower nocturnal...
How to Eat for a Healthy Brain
U.S. psychiatrist Tracey Marks highlights a clear link between diet and brain health, emphasizing that nutrition directly influences energy, mood, and overall wellbeing. She outlines a "brain‑healthy" eating pattern rich in omega‑3s, antioxidants, B‑vitamins, and fiber while noting common gaps...
Human Psychology : The Elephant and the Rider
The "elephant and rider" metaphor shows that emotions—not logic—drive most human decisions, with the rational mind merely crafting post‑hoc explanations. Modern psychology and social‑media design exploit this emotional engine, prompting habits like endless scrolling despite conscious intentions to quit. The...
The Ultimate Gut-Health Grocery List To Boost GLP-1 Naturally
Microbiologist Colleen Cutcliffe explains that a healthy gut microbiome can naturally stimulate GLP‑1, the hormone that curbs appetite and stabilizes blood sugar. She highlights two key strains—Akkermansia muciniphila and Clostridium butyricum—as central to GLP‑1 production. By prioritizing fiber‑rich vegetables, polyphenol‑dense fruits,...
Research-Backed Treatments For Dark Spots, Crepey Skin & Sun Damage
Alexandra Engler outlines research‑backed interventions for sun‑induced skin concerns—including hyperpigmentation, crepey texture, wrinkles, and dullness—by explaining UV‑driven cellular damage and then pairing specific actives (tranexamic acid, niacinamide, AHAs, retinol) with in‑office procedures (IPL, ultrasound, red‑light, fractional laser, peels). The piece...
Turning Mental Health Parity Into Progress Now a Business Imperative
Voya’s State of Employee Benefits 2026 report finds mental health at the core of employee well‑being, with 91% of employers saying it positively impacts overall health. One‑in‑five U.S. adults experience mental illness annually, and gaps in provider availability, cost and...
This Vitamin May Help “Retrain” The Immune System In Gut Inflammation
Researchers conducted a 12‑week trial in inflammatory bowel disease patients with low vitamin D, supplementing them daily. Multi‑omics analysis showed vitamin D boosted IgA activity while suppressing IgG, shifting the immune system toward tolerance of gut microbes. The supplement also redirected immune...
Is Workplace Burnout Really A Crisis Of Hope?
Jen Fisher, former Deloitte chief wellbeing officer, argues that today’s workplace burnout is a symptom of deeper systemic failures rather than personal weakness. In a recent Allwork.Space podcast she promotes hope as a concrete strategy—defined by clear goals, multiple pathways,...
Meet The Newest Alternative To Caffeine — But Does It Work?
Paraxanthine, the main caffeine metabolite that makes up about 80% of caffeine breakdown, is being marketed as a cleaner, crash‑free stimulant. Early animal research, notably a 2023 rat study, shows a higher lethal dose and fewer adverse effects compared with...
How Children’s Picture Books Comfort Harried Parents
Lisa Owens reflects on how daily‑structured picture books have become a lifeline for her and her children, turning chaotic mornings and evenings into moments of calm. She notes that despite a household full of streaming subscriptions, the family consistently returns...
Qualitative Findings on the Benefits of Depression Treatment for Pregnant Women Living with HIV in Uganda
A qualitative sub‑study of the M‑DEPTH cluster trial in Uganda interviewed 25 pregnant women living with HIV who received either antidepressant therapy or problem‑solving therapy. Nearly all participants (23 of 25) reported relief from depressive symptoms, better adherence to antiretroviral...
Insurance Coverage and Provision of Opioid Disorder Treatment
Older‑adult opioid overdose deaths have surged, prompting policy action. In 2020 Medicare began covering methadone, the first FDA‑approved medication for opioid use disorder available only through opioid treatment programs. Using a difference‑in‑differences design, researchers found that OTPs quickly expanded Medicare...
Strangers Online Heighten Loneliness; Offline Ties Needed
Social media isn’t curing loneliness—strangers online may be making it worse A study of 1,500 US adults (ages 30–70) finds social media isn’t easing loneliness. About 35% of connections are strangers, which are linked to higher loneliness. Interacting with real-life contacts online doesn’t...
New Study Suggests Bonking Is (Mostly) All in Your Head
A 2026 review in *Endocrine Reviews* re‑examines more than 160 studies and argues that endurance fatigue, traditionally called "bonking," is driven primarily by exercise‑induced hypoglycemia rather than muscle glycogen depletion. The authors propose that the brain detects falling blood‑glucose levels...
Google Launches AI Health Coach to Interpret Wearable Data
Wearables can measure every vital sign or health parameter that matters in adjusting your lifestyle. But what the user does with the data remains the biggest challenge. Now Google wants to solve that too. After OpenAI and Anthropic came up with...
Sometimes Helping Means Letting a Friend Feel Pain
The radical act of letting things hurt – how (not) to help a friend in sorrow https://t.co/fUkbvUKr60
The Client Is The Biggest Factor In Therapy
Recent meta‑analyses reveal that a client’s attitude and readiness are among the strongest predictors of therapeutic outcome, often outweighing therapist technique or experience. The data suggest that clients who enter therapy with openness, motivation, and realistic expectations achieve faster symptom...
Prioritize Time with Humans Over Screen Time
This one hit deep. Maybe the metric we should all track isn't screen time. It should be TwH : TwT Time with Humans : Time with Tech
Most Fat Burners Lack Proven Weight‑Loss Benefits
“Fat burners” are supplements marketed to boost fat metabolism and promote weight loss, but do they actually work? This blog examines the evidence behind these claims and what research really says about their effectiveness: https://t.co/tpBiX5YdCp https://t.co/UIlgD4nnS5
I Made My Husband Ill with a Few Words – Nobody Is Immune to the Power of the Nocebo Effect...
The article explains the nocebo effect—negative expectations causing real symptoms—using a personal anecdote and multiple scientific studies. It notes that 76% of reported COVID‑19 vaccine side effects are attributed to nocebo, and cites experiments where harmless interventions produced pain, asthma...
Supportive Colleges Lower LGBTQ+ Suicide Risk
The Trevor Project’s 2025 national survey of 16,000 LGBTQ+ youth ages 13‑24 found that 36% seriously considered suicide and 10% attempted it in the past year, with rates driven by stigma, discrimination and anti‑LGBTQ legislation. Anxiety affected 62% of respondents,...
Dis-Chem Unveils Health Hub In Melrose Arch
Dis‑Chem has opened its first Melrose Arch Health Hub, a one‑stop location that merges a clinic, pharmacy and health‑cover services under one roof. The Hub uses a digital ticketing system, nurse‑led consultations, virtual GP access and a data‑driven store layout...
‘Game Changer’ | Padel Courts & Office Gyms: Are Fitness Perks Back in Vogue?
Corporate wellness perks that once thrived—gym discounts, snack bars, health apps—are losing appeal as financial pressures mount on both employees and employers. Participation rates have slipped, prompting HR leaders to demand measurable value from fitness benefits. Experts now advocate for...
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands Partners With Oskia for a High-Tech Bioactive Spa Experience
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands has partnered with British nutri‑cosmeceutical brand OSKIA to introduce a high‑tech bioactive spa experience, the first of its kind in the Maldives. The collaboration adds a menu of four OSKIA facial treatments, several specialized body massages,...