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Is it healthy to take a break from the news?

September 29, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

If the 24/7 news cycle is affecting your mental health, you’re not alone. Jonah Paquette, PsyD, offers advice on staying informed without getting overwhelmed.

How to use social media as a therapist

August 30, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Matthias Barker, LMHC

Going social has risks, but it can help you expand your practice and audience. Follow Matthias Barker’s tips to use these powerful platforms responsibly.

How VR therapy can help you face your fears

August 15, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

Virtual reality therapy can help treat conditions like anxiety, but only with the right supervision. Elizabeth McMahon, PhD, explains the benefits and risks.

Could your next therapist be a chatbot?

August 15, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

Chatbot apps offer free, accessible mental health support—but they may cause more problems than they solve, explains Emma Bedor Hiland, PhD.

7 simple steps to a digital detox

August 15, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

A digital detox can help you gain control over your technology intake so you can feel better. Here’s how to design your own detox in seven easy steps.

Teletherapy and the promise of access

August 9, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

Once hailed as the path to accessible mental health care, has teletherapy really opened any doors? Tuera Holland, LMSW, explores its advantages and limits.

How working from home impacts your mental health

August 3, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Working remotely has its advantages, but it can also take a toll on your mental health. Learn how to manage some of the most common challenges.

How much screen time is too much?

July 31, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Too much screen time can have a variety of negative effects, but there are healthy ways to limit your screen time and enjoy it too.

The psychological effects of dating apps

June 12, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Dating apps can help you find your person, but they can also be hard on your mental health. Learn how to take care of yourself when you get on the apps.

Podcast roundup: The launch of crisis hotline 988

November 11, 2022 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

Curious about the 988 crisis hotline? These five podcasts feature in-depth interviews with mental health and crisis experts about this new national resource.

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