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Don't want to see a therapist? A mental health coach might be for you.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Loneliness isn't only a teen or adult problem. Little kids feel it, too.
Why screens may play a role in loneliness among young girls.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Teens who talk about their mental health on this app may be taking a big risk
Vulnerable teens may be targeted by predators.
By Rebecca Ruiz


California paid millions to access a mental health app. It wasn't safe for users.
The failure to disclose what happened with 7 Cups raises big questions about emotional support apps.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Emotional support platform 7 Cups beset by trolls
People go to 7 Cups to get emotional support, but some find themselves to be targets instead.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Talking to someone online for emotional support may be riskier than you realize
These platforms promise to connect users to a compassionate listener, but the reality is far more complex.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Why online child exploitation is so hard to fight
Predators can weaponize social media platforms against vulnerable youth.
By Rebecca Ruiz


6 things teens say they really need for their mental health
You may be surprised by what teens want.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Tracking your stress may be more stressful than you imagined
What you should know before you start tracking your stress.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Too much TV screen time for kids: 5 things to know about the risks
Research suggests that too much TV can lead to difficulty processing sensory information.
By Rebecca Ruiz


TikTok 'fear food' challenges: Can they help with eating disorder recovery?
Is it safe to create or watch a "fear food" challenge? It depends.
By Rebecca Ruiz


How to help your son navigate the manosphere
Three strategies for helping your son develop critical thinking skills.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Is the internet bad for mental health? What the latest study really means.
A new study on the subject is more complicated than it seems.
By Rebecca Ruiz


What it really means to 'give yourself grace'
Grace is your antidote to the blues, but here's how to turn the mantra into action.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Lawsuit against major social media companies moves forward
The suit alleges that Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other social media companies harm young users.
By Rebecca Ruiz


4 tips for a successful digital 'detox'
These strategies will help you get the most out of unplugging.
By Rebecca Ruiz


YouTube limits harmful repetitive content for teens
Teens shouldn't get repetitive recommendations for certain types of content.
By Rebecca Ruiz


'Love, Your Mind' PSA invites men of color to care for their mental health
The campaign includes a website to help people explore and support their mental health.
By Rebecca Ruiz


'A Haunted Girl' comic uses horror to take on mental illness
Marvel comics author draws on real-life inspiration for this one-of-a-kind story.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Why Chris Parnell's latest character is a 'weird little vape'
The "Rick and Morty" actor plays a vape with a very special message.
By Rebecca Ruiz


How to use Apple's newest mental health features
Log your mood and emotions, plus take an anxiety or depression assessment.
By Rebecca Ruiz


Megan Thee Stallion wants you to check in on your friends
The rapper champions mental health in new PSA: "It's OK to not be OK."
By Rebecca Ruiz


New S.O.S. initiative online rating system targets teen safety
Experts are working to create a rating system for social media, search engines, and gaming platforms.
By Rebecca Ruiz


988 Lifeline now available in American Sign Language
The hotline becomes more accessible to people in crisis who are deaf and hard of hearing.
By Rebecca Ruiz


New survey shows emotional toll of AI anxiety, employee monitoring
The technologies are associated with stress, irritability, and burnout for some workers.
By Rebecca Ruiz

