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Close Key TakeawaysEngaging in collective environmental action, like outreach, advocacy, etc, was associated with fewer depressive symptoms.Individual efforts, such as recycling, did not have comparable mental health benefits to those found with group activities.These findings suggest the potential to create opportunities for collective action to address climate change and mental health. Key Takeaways Engaging in collective environmental action, like outreach, advocacy, etc, was associated with fewer depressive symptoms.Individual efforts, such as recycling, did not have comparable mental health benefits to those found with group activities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHelpful ADHD AccommodationsWhat Accommodations Do You Need?BenefitsOvercoming ReluctanceHow to Get AccommodationsWhat Happens Next?If Your Request Is DeniedFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Helpful ADHD Accommodations What Accommodations Do You Need? Benefits Overcoming Reluctance How to Get Accommodations What Happens Next? If Your Request Is Denied Frequently Asked Questions Close Student accommodations are designed to support students with learning challenges so they can achieve their academic potential....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSuicide StatisticsRisk Factors of Teen and Adolescent SuicideWarning Signs of SuicideWhat Colleges Are DoingHow Parents Can HelpWhat to Do in a Crisis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Suicide Statistics Risk Factors of Teen and Adolescent Suicide Warning Signs of Suicide What Colleges Are Doing How Parents Can Help What to Do in a Crisis Close Information presented in this article may be triggering to some people....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Does Color Analysis Do?How Does Color Analysis Work?The Benefits of Dressing in Your Color SeasonDifferent Approaches to Color AnalysisTips for Conducting Color Analysis at HomeApplying Color Analysis in Fashion and Makeup Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Does Color Analysis Do? How Does Color Analysis Work? The Benefits of Dressing in Your Color Season Different Approaches to Color Analysis Tips for Conducting Color Analysis at Home...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewPsychological Effects of ColorTherapyModern ResearchInfluence on PerformanceConsumer Behavior Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Psychological Effects of Color Therapy Modern Research Influence on Performance Consumer Behavior Close Do you feel energized when you see red? Does the colorbluemake you feel calm and relaxed? Artists andinterior designershave long believed that color can dramatically affect moods, feelings, and emotions. “Colors, like features, follow the changes of the emotions,” the artist Pablo Picasso once remarked....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesTechniques of Color TherapyUsesBenefitsThings to ConsiderHow to Get Started Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Techniques of Color Therapy Uses Benefits Things to Consider How to Get Started Close Color therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is a form oftherapythat uses color and light to treat certain mental and physical health conditions. We can trace this form of therapy back to the ancient Egyptians....

Close 1Art Therapy and Mandala Magic: These Books Can Bring Inner PeaceMehandi Mandala design / Getty ImagesThere are many stress relief-focused coloring books now on the market that are geared for adult audiences rather than the preschool set, and I personally think this trend is wonderful! Even before I knew about the research that links coloring mandalas and patterns with decreases inanxietyand negative mood, I was happy to see this trend because I know about the benefits ofmindfulnessactivities, and coloring intricate patterns can definitely be a mindfulness-promoting activity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsColorism Is Rooted in RacismColorism in Minority GroupsColorism in the White CommunityIn the MediaThe Skin Lightening IndustryHow to Combat Colorism Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Colorism Is Rooted in Racism Colorism in Minority Groups Colorism in the White Community In the Media The Skin Lightening Industry How to Combat Colorism Close Colorism is the practice of favoring lighter skin over darker skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Alcohol Withdrawal?Symptoms of Alcohol WithdrawalCausesTimelineDurationTreatmentGetting Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Alcohol Withdrawal? Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal Causes Timeline Duration Treatment Getting Help If you or a loved one are struggling with substance use or addiction, contact theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helplineat1-800-662-4357for information on support and treatment facilities in your area.For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionHow They WorkTypesEffectivenessUsesHow to TakeSide EffectsNatural OptionsFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition How They Work Types Effectiveness Uses How to Take Side Effects Natural Options FAQs Close What is the most important information I should know about antidepressants?Some people experience side effects when taking antidepressants, particularly when first starting them or after increasing the dosage.If you experience bothersome side effects, talk with your care provider....

Close Interfaith marriage is a marriage between people who belong to different religions. Research suggests that nearly 40% of people who married after 2010 are in an interfaith marriage. When you enter into an interfaith marriage, you are likely aware that you may face challenges. Being aware of mistakes that interfaith couples make might help you avoid them, and keep disagreements over religious differences from derailing your partnership. Mistakes in Your Interfaith Marriage When committing to an interfaith marriage, or even if you have already been in one for awhile, you will need to consider the challenges that can crop up....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMoney ProblemsChildcare IssuesDaily StressBusy SchedulesPoor CommunicationHarmful Behaviors Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Money Problems Childcare Issues Daily Stress Busy Schedules Poor Communication Harmful Behaviors Close Marriage can offer wonderful benefits for well-being, life satisfaction, andstress management,but no relationship is without its challenges. The common problems of marriage can put a strain on a couple, but there’s a choice in how to handle these issues....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsObsessionsCommon Types of ObsessionsCompulsionsCommon OCD CompulsionsTreatment for OCD Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Obsessions Common Types of Obsessions Compulsions Common OCD Compulsions Treatment for OCD Close The keysymptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder(OCD) are related to unwanted obsessive thoughts, images, and urges, while compulsive behaviors help reduce anxiety related to the obsessions. Obsessionsare the first half of obsessive-compulsive disorder, the mental experience that leads to compulsive behaviors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy It’s Hard to SpotSigns of Too Much StressCoping With Excess StressWhen to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why It’s Hard to Spot Signs of Too Much Stress Coping With Excess Stress When to Get Help Close Everyone deals with stress, but having too much stress can be devastating to your physical and mental health. We all experience stress in our daily lives from different sources: jobs,relationships, finances....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDepression in WomenCommon SignsWhat to do if you’re depressed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Depression in Women Common Signs What to do if you’re depressed Close Feeling depressed can impact your overall quality of life and ability to get through the day, so identifying it and getting help is imperative. Below we’re exploring how signs of depression may look a bit different in women and people assigned female at birth....