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07/25/2025

Exercise helps mental health, but new research shows that context — who, where, and how you work out — makes all the difference.

07/25/2025

Is ketamine a treatment for treatment-resistant depression? What are the risks? Learn about the uses, benefits, and side effects of ketamine. https://wb.md/4kSDN3E

07/24/2025

Overthinking can be painful, especially when you're motivated to excel but struggling to fulfill essential responsibilities. Fortunately, there are tools to help you relieve these pain points.

07/24/2025

What is suicidal ideation?

Suicidal ideation, or suicidal thoughts, is when you think about, consider or feel preoccupied with the idea of death and su***de. These thoughts may come and go or be extremely distracting. You might dwell on thoughts of su***de to the point where you make a plan to take your own life.

It’s difficult to simply define what suicidal ideation looks like because it’s different for each person. For example, you might fall asleep to the thought of not waking up in the morning. Or you might see a fast-moving vehicle and think about jumping out in front of it. As such, these thoughts can range in severity and intensity.

While having a thought isn’t the same as physically attempting su***de, it can still impact your mental health and lead to suicidal behaviors or self-harm. If you’re thinking about su***de or have suicidal thoughts, it’s important to talk to someone about it. This may help or prevent it from getting worse. You can call or text the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988. However, you don’t need to be in a “crisis” to call the Lifeline. Someone is available to talk to you 24/7. ( via Cleveland Clinic)

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07/23/2025

07/23/2025

Stop leaving your kids with them.

Stop leaving your children with your boyfriends you barely know.

Stop letting your family members you don't entirely trust watch them because it's free.

If you have a gut feeling about someone that doesn't sit right with you when it comes to your child, cut all ties with this person.

If your little one comes to you and says I don't want to stay with a particular person .... do me a favor and listen to them.

07/22/2025

Take actions to prevent strokes by adopting a healthier lifestyle:
🥗 eat healthier
🏃‍♀️ be physically active
💪 maintain a healthy weight
🚭 avoid to***co & alcohol

07/22/2025

Today’s FDA panel on SSRIs in pregnancy lacked balance and failed to reflect the evidence. Untreated depression and anxiety can lead to serious health risks for pregnant patients. SSRIs can be lifesaving and life-changing. Patients deserve access to evidence-based, compassionate care. ACOG will continue to advocate for research and safe mental health treatment in pregnancy. Read our full statement: https://bit.ly/46lycPB

07/21/2025

New research suggests that anxiety felt at the start of the workweek may not simply fade with the passing of the day — it could be linked to stress hormone patterns that persist in the body for up to three months.

07/20/2025

Each year, thousands of people die by su***de without seeking help before their death. Sometimes, that's because help is inaccessible—but more often, it's because of this.

07/20/2025