Mounting research documents the harmful effects of social media use on mental health, including body image and development of eating disorders
Research shows that social media, with it endless promotion of unrealistic standards of beauty, has had a negative impact on millions of young people.
Emily Hemendinger, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus •
conversation
June 7, 2023 • ~10 min
June 7, 2023 • ~10 min
Mindfulness, meditation and self-compassion – a clinical psychologist explains how these science-backed practices can improve mental health
Many studies show that consistent meditation practice lowers depression, anxiety and self-criticism.
Rachel Goldsmith Turow, Adjunct Assistant Professor in Population Health Science and Policy, Seattle University •
conversation
May 5, 2023 • ~10 min
May 5, 2023 • ~10 min
Body dysmorphic disorder is more common than eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, yet few people are aware of its dangers
About a quarter of those with body dysmorphic disorder attempt suicide or struggle with ideas of suicide. Fortunately, medication and therapy have proved highly effective at treating the disorder.
Jamie Feusner, Professor of Psychiatry and Clinicial Scientist at the Center for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto •
conversation
March 9, 2023 • ~11 min
March 9, 2023 • ~11 min
Kicking off the new year by cleansing your body with a detox diet? A dietitian unpacks the science behind these fads
Detox diets and cleanses supposedly clear the body of allegedly toxic substances. But the evidence suggests otherwise.
Taylor Grasso, Registered Dietitian, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus •
conversation
Jan. 18, 2023 • ~9 min
Jan. 18, 2023 • ~9 min
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