“The Eyes Have It”: Why Regular Eye Care is Key for Our Mental (and Physical) Health
Dr. Alex Martin's work with Eyebot encourages people to get free vision tests that will alert them to possible eye issues.
Diana's Latest Articles
Peacock Parenting: The Perils of Being Raised by a Narcissist
"My Parent The Peacock" offers a guide to recognizing the damaging signs of emotional exploitation and gaslighting by a narcissistic parent.
After the Sirens: Lessons from 9/11 about First Responders and Trauma
“Trauma lives in the culture. In the rituals. In the unspoken. In the doctrine silence.”
When Should You Worry About Your Child or Teen’s AI Use – and What Can You Do About It?
Tips on helping your child avoid the mental pitfalls of exploring AI.
Gaslighting and Mental Health in the Age of Trump
A look at the impact on our collective mental health of attacks on free speech and the rise of authoritarianism in the U.S.
Trump Order Threatens Housing First, Expands Forced Treatment of Homeless People
An executive order from the Trump administration threatens to roll back decades of progress in mental healthcare.
Mamdani’s Plans for Mental Health Crises Aim to End a Cycle of Violence
Zohran Mamdani put forth a plan for transforming New York City's mental health crisis response system.
Hidden ‘Tax Bombs,’ High Anxiety: Protecting Students’ Mental Health During the Student Loan Shake-Up
College financial expert Jennifer Finetti on how youth can best take care of themselves in the wake of Trump administration changes.
After The Deluge: Three Women Take On The Silence After The CDC Is Showered With Bullets
Women at the CDC speak out about the violent assault on the agency – and how to cope with the radio silence afterward.
Seizing Black Homes By Eminent Domain Leaves Intergenerational Scars
Eminent domain has had a disproportionate impact on Black Americans, resulting in widespread mental and financial pain.
Veterinarians Suffer an Unusually High Rate of Suicide
An expert discusses the high rate of mental distress plaguing veterinarians – and some ways to combat it.
AI Therapy for Mental Health Banned in Illinois
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill prohibiting the use of AI “to provide mental health and therapeutic decision-making”
Online Communities Are a Lifeline for Youth in Rural Areas
A new Hopelab report finds online support is vital to the mental health of rural youth
A Glimpse at the Mental Health Toll of the Maui Wildfires
Two years after the deadly Maui wildfires, new studies reveal a sharp increase in suicides and high rates of depression among survivors.
Suicidal Thinking Is Falling Among Teens And Youth, New Federal Report Shows
Since 2021, the percentage of teens and young adults seriously considering suicide has seen a relative decline of almost 22%.
