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Mental Health and Well-Being

Read the latest Mental Health and Well-Being Articles from Next Avenue.

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Why Familiar Scents Can Boost Your Mood

Researchers recently discovered that familiar smells may foster specific autobiographical memories (AM) in humans and potentially assist in depression recovery
April 16, 2024
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When to Worry About Worrying

At different times, most people worry about things such as health, finances or family tension. Constant, persistent and unproductive worry may signify something more problematic.
March 27, 2024
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The Mental Health Toll of Climate Change

From natural disasters, to extreme temperatures, to worry about the world, the climate crisis is intertwined with mental wellbeing
March 25, 2024
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'The Golden Girls' Cracked the Code on Aging Well: Limit Social Isolation and Loneliness

'The Golden Girls' showed how essential social connections are to physical, mental and social health
March 19, 2024
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Overcoming Depression, From Home

Working outside of traditional mental health settings can reach people not as connected to care resources, surmounting barriers like transportation access and stigma around mental health
March 4, 2024
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