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September 24, 2024

Therapy ponies in special program bring boosts of joy and humor to those in need

A pony therapy program in the U.K. helps boost the moods and mental health of those in care homes and other locations. Residents get to touch and stroke the horses.

September 21, 2024

Children once held hostage still working through trauma: 'Are they coming for us again?'

Young hostages who were once held captive by Hamas after the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks face unique mental health and psychological challenges, say experts who have treated them.

September 20, 2024

3 diet and health tips for someone struggling with IBS

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is properly diagnosed mainly based upon the symptoms present in an individual. For those with IBS, a change of diet can help alleviate uncomfortable symptoms.

September 18, 2024

Is suicide contagious? Mental health experts warn of very real risk

Statistics show that suicides can sometimes be “contagious," leading to “clusters." Mental health experts explain why this can happen and offer strategies to help prevent subsequent tragedies.

September 18, 2024

Airport 'gatexiety' is latest phenomenon among travelers: What to know

Experts are weighing in on how best to reduce and ease your "gate anxiety" while traveling to the airport and how you can find some peace in things that are in your control.

September 10, 2024

On World Suicide Prevention Day, new report identifies three top factors driving suicide rates

Suicide continues to be a leading cause of death in the U.S., resulting in about 49,000 fatalities in 2022, according to a new report from the CDC on World Suicide Prevention Day.

September 8, 2024

Watching game shows like 'Jeopardy!' and 'Wheel of Fortune' can boost cognitive health, say experts

Watching game shows is more than just fun and games. When you interact with game shows, your mind is processing information and you're benefiting your cognitive health, experts say.

September 5, 2024

Gen Z employees are taking more sick days than previous generations — here's why

Various reports have found that Gen Z is the most likely to take advantage of paid sick leave. HR experts plus Dr. Marc Siegel discuss why young Americans are calling in sick more than ever.

September 3, 2024

'Next-level helicopter parents' are tracking college students, stunting their development, say experts

The start of school has led to reports of parents tracking their college-aged children from afar, calling deans and professors and getting involved in roommate issues. Experts weighed in.

September 2, 2024

Solution to 'vicious circle' of parent, teen anxiousness is 'kindness': Dr. Marc Siegel

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel weighs in on the U.S. surgeon general issuing an advisory on parental stress and the discusses importance of family.