How to Use Your Smartphone — and Protect Your Mental Health

People are using smartphones now more than ever — but are these tools hurting us more than helping us? According to the Pew Research Center, 91% of Americans own a smartphone. While they offer ... Read More

Depression Rates Near Record High—Why Your Health Plan’s Mental Health Benefits Matter Now

Depression rates in the U.S. are climbing to historic highs, with younger adults and lower-income households bearing the brunt, according to Gallup. Behind the numbers are millions of Americans (18%) ... Read More

How to Protect Your Data When Using Health Tracking Apps

In late June, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that he plans to launch a campaign to incentivize Americans to use wearable health tracking devices. However, the ... Read More

The apps doctors warn can damage your mental health

Our digital age has transformed the way we communicate, learn, and interact. While technology and apps have made our lives more convenient, they can also pose significant risks to our mental health. Read More

Feeling the Heat? These Hacks Can Protect Your Mental Health

When temperatures soar, most people focus on the physical risks -- dehydration, heat exhaustion and the dangers of prolonged sun exposure. But extreme heat doesn't just tax the body; it takes a toll ... Read More

The Delightful Way to Protect Your Cognitive Health

For most of us, protecting mental and physical health becomes a top priority as we get older. Still, unfortunately, some of the advice we get about maintaining good health frankly doesn't sound like a ... Read More

Curating Your Social Media Experience for Mental Health

A 2024 report found that, on average, adults worldwide spend 6 hours and 38 minutes on screens per day. Approximately 31% of Americans report "doomscrolling," or consuming negative news excessively to ... Read More