When superstitions become a mental health concern
Superstitions aren’t unhealthy. But there’s a point where superstition or “magical thinking” can become problematic.
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Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Individual versus team sports
Dr. Eric Storch outlines how individual and team athletes can cope with elevated anxiety surrounding their performance.
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Navigating dating throughout the pandemic
Psychologist Dr. Yasmine Omar provides insight on how to gain confidence and manage anxiety while dating in the pandemic.
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What is digital health?
Learn how mental health treatments are changing with increased access to telehealth, apps and other web-based therapies.
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Social distancing: Tips to navigate the new normal
The novel coronavirus pandemic has created unique clinical and scientific questions. Now that we are changing our social behavior to ‘flatten the curve,’ there is
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Human trafficking prevention: Know the signs
Houston has the second-largest human trafficking population in the United States, and an estimated 50,000 people are trafficked into the country every year. Dr. Asim
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Coping with grief during the holidays
The aroma of freshly baked cookies. The indelible presence of holiday classics on the radio. A neighborhood overflowing with festive lights and décor. For many
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Stress and anxiety: What’s the difference?
We’ve all been there: Whether you’re preparing for a test, working under a tight deadline, or caring for a loved one, both stress and anxiety
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Addicted to the pop: Explore the world of pimple popping
There’s been an interesting phenomenon occurring over the past few years and if you haven’t heard about it, prepare to be grossed out, fascinated, or
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Have resolutions? Here’s how to keep them
The concept of New Year’s resolutions has existed for centuries. In fact, ancient Babylonians were among the first people known to make resolutions over 4,000
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