We live in uncertain times. In fact, 65% of American adults acknowledge the uncertainty in the United States causes them stress.1 Whether it’s the pandemic, money, work, relationships, politics or the health and safety of you and your loved ones—these stresses can affect your ability…
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Dr. Desreen Dudley, Psy.D.
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As of 2019, statistics show that 1 in 5 adults in the United States experiences mental illness, which ranges from commonly seen depressive and anxiety disorders to more serious mental illness, such as bipolar-related disorders and psychosis. Considering that over 332 million people live in…
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“These kids need love, support, understanding and dependability,” says Dr. Laura Hershorin, pictured above. Dr. Hershorin is a mom to a recent high-school grad and a Teladoc board-certified family physician with over 25 years of experience. After a year that was like no other, kids…
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Self-care can help you build resilience toward the stress life throws your way. Because whether you’re simply trying to balance life’s demands or managing a mental health condition—emotional suffering should not be the norm. “Put your oxygen mask on first.” This direction is one of…
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Since elementary school, we’ve been taught to stretch. Why? To improve flexibility, balance and strength, and to help avoid injuries. But did you know that stretching is great for your cardiovascular system too? Slow, deliberate stretching—where you’re focused on what you’re doing and breathing deeply…
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Each new year brings wonderful new opportunities to become stronger, happier, healthier or more organized, and to enjoy greater peace of mind. After 2020, many of us are reexamining our priorities—especially the role that stress plays in our lives—and many are including emotional self-care among…
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Depending on the type and severity of your acne, you may have a couple pimples every now and then or a lifelong battle with breakouts. The first thing to do when treating acne is to understand what type you have.1 Blackheads occur when pores clog…
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Thank you, Finland, for giving us wireless heart rate monitors and sauna. This highly—heated room offers great therapeutic benefits—just a few minutes in a sauna can help with healing and recovery from injuries and exercise-related muscle soreness. You can even get an emotional boost from…