Psychology & Psychiatry
Understanding how to improve body image in queer men
Gay, bisexual, and queer men have worse body image than our heterosexual counterparts—a finding I, as a gay man, can personally attest to.
Jun 1, 2023
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News tagged with self esteem
Psychology & Psychiatry
Body dysmorphic disorder: What to know about this mental health condition
Actress Megan Fox recently shared in an interview with Sports Illustrated that she has body dysmorphia. In the video interview, Fox said, "I don't ever see myself the way other people see me. There's never a point in my life ...
May 25, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
'Secure attachment style': Parents, here's what to know
Picture this: A child running towards their parent, arms outstretched, with an infectious smile stretching from ear to ear. That deep, unbreakable bond built on trust, love and security is an outgrowth of a secure attachment ...
May 24, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Poor self-esteem and body image increase weight and poor mental health in teens
Promoting positive body image and self-esteem among children could help reduce poor mental health associated with being higher weight in adolescence.
May 22, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Think you might be dating a 'vulnerable narcissist'? Look out for these red flags
Single people are increasingly turning online to find love, with more than 300 million people around the world trying their luck on dating apps. Some find their fairy tale. But for others, stories of online dating have very ...
May 17, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Mindfulness, meditation, self-compassion—a clinical psychologist explains how these practices can improve mental health
Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental health benefits. This research—ongoing, voluminous and worldwide—clearly ...
May 8, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
7 benefits of regular physical activity
Whether you're a novice taking the first steps toward fitness or an exercise fanatic hoping to optimize your results, a well-rounded fitness training program is essential.
Apr 24, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Eating disorders are rising: California bill would require schools to address body shaming
As a teenager with dreams of becoming a professional dancer, Katie Kilbourn often found herself comparing her body to the ones she saw on stage. By age 16, she started engaging in disordered eating behaviors—initially restricting ...
Apr 21, 2023
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Pediatrics
Teen jobs: Some parents cautious about negative impact on grades, sleep and social life
For many teens, that first formal job as a fast-food cashier, barista or lifeguard is a rite of passage.
Apr 17, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Social media unlikely to cause mental health problems in adolescents
There is little evidence to show that teenagers in the UK who spend more time on social media have worse mental health, finds a new study by UCL researchers.
Apr 14, 2023
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