Your overall wellness is based on a number of different factors. Your physical health. Your hopes, goals and dreams. The idea of having the rest of your life in front of you and the unlimited potential that comes with that. But this can change in an instant when you're diagnosed with a serious illness. Suddenly there ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is an Atlanta-based writer, editor, and author of two books with publishing houses. She has degrees from Yale College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
Preferred Methods of Treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder
Updated September 27, 2025 When the temperatures drop, it can be hard to get outside and get exercise and fresh air. Because you are stuck inside for most of the day, you may begin to experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD). A type of depression, SAD typically comes and goes with the seasons, but it can leave ... Read More
3 Risk Factors That Shed Light on Robin Williams’ Depression and Suicide
Robin Williams enjoyed what many would consider one of the most legendary careers in the history of acting. With his many memorable roles and comedic performances garnering dozens of awards, there are few who conquered show business to the degree that he did. But as high as he rose, Robin Williams' depression and other ... Read More
The Role of Genetics in Marijuana Use Disorder
Using marijuana has become a widespread practice across the United States as more and more jurisdictions decriminalize and legalize the substance. As of the 2020 election, 43 states have taken steps to legalize marijuana in some form, whether it be for medical or recreational use. It's common to see lines of cars at ... Read More
One Man’s Secret to Higher Emotional IQ
Emotional intelligence is a key component of success in work and in personal life. Thanks to an unfair stereotype, it's also an area in which men tend to be viewed as less competent than women. That stereotype is false: While women, generally speaking, seem to be more comfortable expressing their emotions, men score as ... Read More
What Explains the Surprising Rise in Eating Disorders Among Men?
Eating disorders have long been associated with women and the societal pressures of body image. While it's true that eating disorders are more prevalent in women, and particularly young women, men aren't immune. Around 10 percent of all anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa cases can be attributed to men: a small yet ... Read More
6 Coping Tools for Adult Children of Drug Users
The damaging effects of growing up with a parent or parents with a substance abuse problem are unique. Children of drug addicts can find support from self-help groups like Al-Anon, yet coming to terms with addiction-related childhood traumas can be scary and confusing. Learning about dealing with drug-addicted parents ... Read More
Will Bipolar Meds Dull My Creative Edge?
There's a common misconception that bipolar medication, and even other mental health medications, can dull a person's creative edge. You often see this in movies or television shows where characters are depicted taking medication for their disorder and becoming a shell of who they used to be. Or, you have celebrities ... Read More
