The holidays aren’t always joyful for everyone. If someone you know is in recovery for substance use disorder (SUD), this time of year can be stressful and triggering, putting them at a higher risk of ...

Living with post-traumatic stress disorder can be isolating and unpredictable. Around 13 million adults in the United States — 5% of the population — experience PTSD each ...

When someone we care about experiences a significant loss, our natural instinct is to help ease their pain. Yet many of us freeze, uncertain what to say or do, fearful of making their suffering worse.

Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is one of the most severe and misunderstood complications of pregnancy. As discussed in Part I of this two-part series, it is characterized by relentless nausea and ...

We all want to be there for a friend or loved one who is reeling from a loss. But what can we say to help them feel better? Should we say anything at all? It's a familiar debate we've all had, and one ...

When someone dies, those closest to them not only experience a personal loss, but they can become isolated in grief. Though many people want to avoid thinking about death, Lynette Jordan, a grief ...

Dear Amy: My dad died many years ago and his estate was handled solely by his widow. It was a very difficult and tumultuous time for us, his children, as we watched her dismantle his entire life. We ...

Job loss is one of the biggest stressors in life. Whether it’s a partner, family member, friend, colleague or stranger online who is affected, it can be difficult to know how to effectively support ...

Experiencing a miscarriage is a deeply personal and often isolating tragedy that can leave a pregnant person grappling with a whirlwind of emotions, from grief and anger to guilt and confusion. It’s a ...

Words can either build bridges or walls. Learn how to support someone in an abusive relationship by being mindful of how you speak and offering non-judgmental support. If you’ve ever seen someone ...