Have you ever caught yourself wondering, "Am I living the life I truly want?" or "What will my legacy be?" These questions often emerge in midlife, when the passage of time starts to feel more tangible. Reflecting on your accomplishments and unmet goals, sometimes with pride, sometimes with unease, is part of a phase ... Read More
“Silence Isn’t the Same as Strength”: Scholarship Winner Elena Dos Santos on Finding Her Voice in Medicine
When she moved from Brazil to the United States, 10-year-old Elena Dos Santos didn't speak a word of English. For about 3 years, she couldn't understand her teacher or her classmates, leaving her in "8 hours of silence a day." Today, that same quiet student is the recipient of a competitive scholarship, not only ... Read More
Am I Suffering from Burnout? A Burnout Questionnaire
If you're here, something at work may be causing you distress. Maybe getting through the day feels heavier than it used to, or you find it difficult to mentally disengage from work responsibilities even when the day is done. That's worth paying attention to. Work stress is more common than most people realize. ... Read More
When Stress Becomes Depression: The Warning Signs Most People Miss
When stress continues without relief for long periods, it may cause depression. Signs that stress may be turning into depression include changes in sleep patterns, appetite changes, loss of interest in hobbies and feelings of hopelessness. Getting professional treatment is an effective strategy for managing stress and ... Read More
“Emergency Care Is the Final Step in a Long Chain of Missed Opportunities”: Scholarship Winner Joshua Jones on Fixing Healthcare’s Blind Spots
Joshua Jones has spent his career in positions that hover around the gaps in healthcare. Long before he arrived at medical school, Joshua started accumulating hands-on training in the back of an ambulance, in research labs and in communities where healthcare systems routinely fall short. His background ... Read More
Can You Sober Up from Weed Faster? What Actually Works (And What Doesn’t)
Marijuana, or weed, is a psychoactive drug derived from the cannabis sativa plant. Typically, consuming marijuana makes you feel relaxed and in a dream-like state. Taking an extra hit when you're smoking or eating an edible can prolong the high. It also causes a wide range of negative side effects. Suddenly, your heart ... Read More
High-Functioning PTSD: Signs You’re Struggling (Even When Life Looks Fine)
When we think of post-traumatic stress disorder, we often imagine someone visibly struggling. We generally don't picture someone who seems calm, successful and highly accomplished. Individuals with high-functioning PTSD successfully maintain careers, relationships and daily responsibilities while living with symptoms ... Read More
7 Common Myths About Therapy That Keep People from Getting Help
Therapy myths are harmful because they can discredit the benefits of therapy and make a person feel that there's no point in trying to get help. There are many reasons why people avoid therapy. But one of the most important reasons is that they believe myths about therapy. It's time to bust those misconceptions once ... Read More
