10 reasons why your head and face are tingling and when it's a medical emergency
Tingling or numbness in the face or head can be a sign of many different things including COVID-19, stroke, migraine, nerve damage, and more.
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I used the mental health app Shmoody for 2 weeks. Here’s how it affected my mood and self-care routine.
The mental health app Shmoody may help boost self-care routines, improve your mood and outlook, and connect you with a supportive community.
How to tell if you’re experiencing anxiety or a heart attack and what to do next
Anxiety and heart attacks may cause many of the same symptoms, including chest pain or tightness and difficulty breathing. Here's how to get help.
If you can't explain why you often feel ecstatic one minute and depressed the next, you may have cyclothymia
Cyclothymia is a milder form of bipolar disorder that can have a pretty big impact on your life. Here's how to get the right diagnosis and treatment.
If extreme mood changes just before your period disrupt your daily life and relationships, you may have PMDD
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) can cause depression, anxiety, exhaustion, and intense pain before your period — but treatment can help.
5 helpful tips for explaining autism to kids and teens, according to autism-affirming experts
Does your kid have questions about autism? Experts suggest using conscious language and exploring autism-affirming resources together.
You may not understand your cat's meows as well as you think — here's what they're trying to tell you
Cats mainly meow to communicate with humans, but the specific meaning of those meows can vary quite a bit. Here's how to better understand your cat.
Vets explain how to tell if your cat is overweight or underweight — and why it matters for their health
Your cat's weight can depend on their breed and body frame, but excess fat can harm their health. Here's how to help your cat reach the right weight.
7 expert-recommended tips to teach your kids healthy eating habits without judgment or shame
Trying to teach your kids about healthy eating? Balancing food groups, preparing food together, and enjoying meals as a family can do a lot of good.
Stopping Xanax may cause seizures and hallucinations. Here's how to taper off and avoid severe withdrawal
A doctor can help you taper off your Xanax dose safely and treat serious symptoms, like seizures, hallucinations, vomiting, and increased anxiety.
6 reasons your poop smells so awful, from antibiotics to celiac disease
Yes, poop stinks — but food intolerances, excess sulfur in your diet, and difficulty absorbing nutrients can give your poop a truly unpleasant odor.
Yes, maggots could potentially hatch and grow in your vagina, but this medical condition is extremely rare
Myiasis of the vagina is a rare parasitic infection caused by fly larvae. It's not an STI, but open wounds in the vaginal area may increase your risk.
Stopping Xanax may cause seizures and hallucinations. Here's how to taper off and avoid severe withdrawal
A doctor can help you taper off your Xanax dose safely and treat serious symptoms, like seizures, hallucinations, vomiting, and increased anxiety.
Dreams about cheating on your partner could suggest these 4 relationship issues, experts say
A dream about infidelity may not mean anyone cheated — but it could suggest other relationship concerns, like a lack of trust or unfulfilled needs.
Why your kidnapping dream is probably a sign of anxiety, according to mental health experts
Dreams that revolve around kidnapping may suggest you feel trapped or "held hostage" by some part of your everyday life. Here's how to break free.
8 mental health activities for kids and teens, from making music to exploring the great outdoors
Teaching your kids habits that support mental well-being can help them build coping skills and may lower their risk of future mental health concerns.
Episodes of muscle weakness and daytime sleepiness could mean you have the rare symptom cataplexy
Cataplexy is a rare symptom linked to narcolepsy. The right diagnosis and treatment can help you manage these sudden episodes of muscle weakness.
Sunscreen won't prevent all skin damage or tanning — protect yourself with these dermatologist-backed tips
Sunscreen blocks UV rays but won't always prevent tanning. Here's how to safely boost your glow while protecting your skin with daily sunscreen use.
10 reasons why you can't cry even when you feel sad, according to mental health experts
Crying matters more for your health than you might think. If you have trouble shedding tears, then your medication, age, or attachment style may be to blame.
7 reasons your period blood smells worse than usual and what you can do to ditch the odor
Does your period blood have an especially pungent odor? Here's how to tell the cause, from sweat and menstrual products to an STI or cervical cancer.