Winter blues? 3 ways to feel less SAD

Dec 13, 2019 | Toolkit

  Winter doesn’t officially start until Dec. 21, but the days are already shorter and colder. It may still be dark outside when you head out to work or school, and already dusk when you return. It’s no wonder you don’t feel like doing anything but sitting on the...

Feeling better: How assessments help measure your mental health progress

Dec 5, 2019 | The Science of You

  Last weekend I took a hike up a trail I’ve never been on before. I didn’t have the familiar landmarks of my usual trail to know exactly where I was. But luckily, this trail was well marked with wayfinding signs, so I could easily see not only where I was, but...

Your brain on gratitude

Nov 21, 2019 | Living Well

 There’s no better time than Thanksgiving to talk about the importance of gratitude.After all, gratitude is how this U.S. holiday started—the Pilgrims celebrated their first harvest after months of hardship. But the whole concept of gratitude can get a bit lost among...

1 is the loneliest number: 4 ways to feel more connected

Nov 8, 2019 | Living Well

 Not only is one the loneliest number, but social isolation adversely affects your mental health. In fact, chronic isolation and loneliness could be taking years off your life.A study found that the health effects of prolonged isolation is equivalent to smoking 15...

Your checklist to choosing the right anxiety app

Nov 1, 2019 | Toolkit

 Got anxiety? You’re not alone. About 40 million others: Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S.The good news is anxiety disorders are highly treatable, and many may find relief from digital health tools.The bad news? Looking for the right app...