Why Dr. Becky Kennedy Is "The Millennial Parenting Whisperer"

Named by Time magazine as The Millennial Parenting Whisperer,Dr. Hence,Good Insidewas born to help families heal bringing out the good inside everyone. Shes reaching millions through herweekly podcastthat made Apple Podcasts' Best Shows of 2021 list. Photo by Melanie Dunea In each episode, she answers questions from real parents. The prevalence of depression among children in the US has been on the rise in recent years. The impact of COVID-19 pandemic affected the health and well-being of every person across the world....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 218 words · Janet Mullen

Why Emotional Resilience Is a Trait You Can Develop

They are also able to manage crises more easily. Fortunately, emotional resilience is a trait that can be developed. What Is Emotional Resilience? Ascent Xmedia/Taxi/Getty Images Emotional resilience refers to ones ability to adapt to stressful situations or crises. Research shows that those who deal with minor stresses more easily also can manage major crises with greater ease. So, resilience has its benefits for daily life as well as for the rare major catastrophe....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 268 words · Jesse Wolf

Why Emotional Sobriety Is a Critical Part of Your Recovery Journey

Some follow thetypical 12-step programpopularized by Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous. And then there are the lone sum who follow a whole host ofother strategieslike attending support groups. But emotional sobriety is importantand don’t just trust our word for it. Stocksy / Verywell Mind Otherwise, we’ll go back to our drug of choice in the end. You have kind of this overwhelm of emotions, and they all eventually rush up. And, for me, I coped with those challenges through the use of drugs and alcohol....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Amanda Simon

Why Even Cowboys Get Depressed with Country Music Singer/Songwriter Chase Rice

Meet Chase Rice Chase Rice is a country music singer and songwriter. Hes sold over 2 million albums and his songs have been streamed over 3 billion times. Some of his biggest songs include Drinkin Beer. Verywell / Julie Bang Amen and Eyes on You. Before becoming a musician, he appeared on “Survivor: Nicaragua,” where he was a runner-up. More About the Podcast The Verywell Mind Podcastis available across all streaming platforms....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Sarah Scott

Why Even Happy People Get Depressed With Multi-Platinum Singer/Songwriter Andy Grammer

Meet Andy Grammer Andy Grammer is a singer, songwriter, and record producer. His music is uplifting,but he felt depressed during the pandemic. Why Andy Grammer Is Mentally Strong Andy could have kept his battle with depression private. Verywell / Julie Bang But thats not true. There are a lot of factors that affect mental health and depression. The current environment is one of those factors. But biology and past life experiences also play a role....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Catherine Smith

Why Feeling Jealous of Your Child May Be More Common Than You Think

Is your child living out the dream you always wanted for yourself? Well, its normal to feeljealousof your child sometimes. Theyre growing up in a more open and accepting society. Olga Rolenko / Getty Images You may feel like theyre getting the life you always wanted. But how do you manage these jealous feelings so it doesnt hurt the relationship with your child? Is It Wrong to Feel Jealous of Your Child?...

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 187 words · Amy Ballard

Why Fetishizing AAPI Women Is an Act of Violence

More than half of the reported incidents were directed toward Asian American women. Its still likely to happen to both genders, but women are significantly more fearful about being a target. They have been stereotyped, othered, and racially objectified to the point of cruel and senseless mistreatment. Gang Zhou / Getty Images The exclusionary federal law was a response to the rising influx of Chinese immigrants during the California Gold Rush....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · Valerie Bullock

Why Fights in Relationships Can Be a Good Thing

In certain cases, these differences can lead to squabbles in the relationship. At a Glance Fights in relationships tend to happen to everyone. The good news is that gettingangrywith your partner is perfectly normal and perfectly healthythat is, when handled correctly. Verywell / Jiaqi Zhou Instead, try out the following tips to have a peaceful squabble with your significant other. Ultimately, effective communication should be at the core of every spat....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 265 words · Andrew Jones

Why Flirting Is Good for Your Mental Health

You lock eyes with someone cute across the bar and they smile. You smile back and they get up to walk over. A warm little jolt of electricity runs up your spine. Westend61 At a Glance Flirting generates positivity and is great for well-being. Flirting can be a sign of friendship or entertainment. It can be a way to bond and the first step in getting to know someone. Flirting may eventually turn a stranger or friend into a future love interest....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 420 words · Abigail Young

Why Gen Z Is More Open to Talking About Their Mental Health

Who Are Gen Z? Generation Z refers to the generation born roughly between 1997 and 2012. This raises the question: How is Gen Z handling their mental health compared to previous generations? Verywell / Madelyn Goodnight Why Is Gen Z Using Therapy More Than Previous Generations? Ultimately, stress can contribute to psychological concerns such asanxietyanddepression. Below are some of the stressors that may be contributing to increased psychological issues among Gen Z....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 430 words · Zachary Thompson

Why Giving an Ultimatum Can Hurt Relationships

PeopleImages / Getty Images Some people get what they want after issuing an ultimatum in a relationship. However, taking this approach doesn’t always have a positive outcome. At a minimum, it can create a wedge between partners, sometimes evenbringing the relationship to an end. PeopleImages / Getty Images Here we examine the impact of ultimatums in relationships, as well as when they may be beneficial. This can help create a healthier relationship that isn’t built on demands....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 306 words · Marcus Vega

Why Honesty Is So Important, According to a Relationship Expert

FG Trade / Getty Images Are you always honest with your partner? Are little white lies allowed or do you always tell the truth? Do you prefer to keep some things private? FG Trade / Getty Images What does honesty mean to you and how does it impact your relationship? While thats definitely important, honesty can also take other dimensions in relationships. Honesty in a romantic relationship is about being authentic and genuine with your partner....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 259 words · Angela Anderson

Why I'm No Longer Ashamed to Admit I'm on a Weight Loss Medication

(JK, I geek out about both.) In late 2022, I was writing an article for this site on thelatest in depression treatment. I grew up relatively average-sized, but I was always active AND athletic. Michela Buttignol / Verywell Mind Once I got to college, though, beer pong was about as active as I got. One of my high school besties had asked me to be her bridesmaid for her wedding in Aruba....

April 26, 2025 · 4 min · 660 words · Heather Martinez