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Surgeon general’s call for warning labels on social media underscores concerns for teen mental health

Adobe Stock Photo by Emily Hemendinger, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Amid growing concerns over the effects of social media on teen mental health, on...

Dietary supplements and protein powders fall under a ‘wild west’ of unregulated products that necessitate caveats and caution

Adobe Stock Photo by Emily Hemendinger, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and Katie Suleta, George Washington University Dietary supplements are a big business. The industry...

Eating disorders are the most lethal mental health conditions – reconnecting with internal body sensations can help reduce self-harm

Getty Images Stock Photo by April Smith, Auburn University Did you know that anorexia is the most lethal mental health condition? One person dies from an...

The ‘Zoom effect’ and the possible link between videochatting and appearance dissatisfaction

Unhappiness with your online appearance can lead to negative thinking and poor body image. Morsa Images/Digital Vision via Getty Images by Emily Hemendinger, University of Colorado...

Mindfulness, meditation and self-compassion – a clinical psychologist explains how these science-backed practices can improve mental health

Studies show that consistent meditation practice is key. pixdeluxe/E! via Getty Images by Rachel Goldsmith Turow, Seattle University Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But...

Eating disorders among teens have more than doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic – here’s what to watch for

by Sydney Hartman-Munick, UMass Chan Medical School The COVID-19 pandemic has been associated with worsening mental health among teens, including increasing numbers of patients with...

Kicking off the new year by cleansing your body with a detox diet? A dietitian unpacks the science behind these fads

by Taylor Grasso, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Detox diets are often touted as a way to cleanse the body after the excess food...

The COVID-19 pandemic increased eating disorders among young people

More time spent on social media can leave young adults feeling worse about their bodies. Leo Patrizi/E+ Collection via Getty Images Julia F. Taylor, University of...

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