Why Do We Freeze When We’re Scared?
You’ve likely heard of fight or flight, but a third reaction—to freeze—is misunderstood by many.
You’ve likely heard of fight or flight, but a third reaction—to freeze—is misunderstood by many.
Don’t underestimate the power of a productive crafting session.
Dog emotions are in tune with humans’—including stress.
Instead of anger management classes, all you may need is a pen, some paper, and a trash can.
Having an intrusive thought doesn’t mean you have OCD. Let’s break down some myths about obsessive compulsive disorder.
The phenomenon also known as “the Sunday Night Blues” can be daunting—but there are ways you can fight back.
If you were a woman in the 19th century, virtually anything could get you committed to a psychiatric hospital—including drinking too much tea.
Uncovered on the grounds of the now-demolished Bahr Treatment Center in Indianapolis, this time capsule contained film reels that are still shrouded in a layer of mystery.
Is it possible to make an objective list of cities offering your best chance of happiness? Maybe.
Wind Phones originated in Japan in the 2010, and have since spread around the world.
Taking steps like moving your body, booking a trip, and tweaking your routine can keep you feeling balanced during the winter doldrums.
A recent study found a link between artificial sweeteners in ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of depression.
Homesickness is normal. Here are some techniques for how to cope with the feeling.
Dial a Pilot lets you quiz pilots about everything from turbulence to weird noises.
How much do you really know about our biological and physiological responses to *waves hands around* all this? Grab a stress ball and find out.
The definition of ‘phobia’ is similar to that of ‘fear’—but there’s a big difference in the threat level.
Walking 10,000 steps a day can be tough to find the time or motivation for—but you’d probably do it for $10,000.
Noble working doggos practically scream for scratches, but you must resist the urge.
The world’s happiest country wants to teach us all how to live more like Finns.
Some visitors have chosen Japan’s Aokigahara, or ‘suicide forest,’ as the setting for their final moments—walking in with no intention of ever walking out.
These Verilux light boxes meet the Mayo Clinic’s recommendations for light therapy and could help if you’re coping with seasonal depression.
Love can have some pretty great perks: the emotion offers mental and physical benefit to our bodies. Here are eight aspects of life that get a boost when our hearts are full.
ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is one of the more misunderstood mental health conditions in popular culture.
Dig in for the dark story of an ethically dubious medical practice that fortunately fell out of fashion.