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In 1944, General George S. Patton delivered a now-famous speech to the United States Third Army, a formation of largely inexperienced soldiers who were preparing for combat duty. In the speech, Patton said, "Each man must think not only of himself, but think of his buddy fighting alongside him. We don't want yellow ... Read More

Mental illness has long held a stigma. Far too many people believe that mental illness isn't as legitimate or real as physical illness, even though science has proved time and time again that this isn't the case. Over the last decade, the medical community, celebrities and even music, movies and TV shows have made an ... Read More

Most people are familiar with the feeling: For one reason or another, you don't get enough sleep and for the rest of the day (or longer), you just feel off. A disruption in your body's natural rhythm is more than just a lack of sleep, but it can feel similar. It keeps you from getting the rest you need, and research ... Read More

As a society, we typically gravitate to sunlight and bright spaces, whether at home, at work or when out and about. Dark homes and workspaces carry a negative connotation more often than not, but some may not know why. The tendency of humans to be drawn to light, however, is rooted in biological and psychological ... Read More

COVID-19 has turned daily life upside down for many since its arrival at the beginning of 2020. Millions of people have been laid off or had changes to their employment that led to decreased hours and increased financial stress. Children were required to do remote schooling, which changed family schedules and created ... Read More

Updated June 12, 2023 What makes some countries more likely to approach mental health issues head-on than others? Why do some cultures, even in the same country, have drastically different views on masculinity, weakness and asking for help? Understanding the cultural and geographical differences in attitudes ... Read More

In the United States, roughly one in five adults lives with a mental illness, or around 47 million people. In spite of the prevalence of mental illness, there is still a stigma surrounding admitting to mental health challenges. Despite being just as legitimate as physical illness, many people are still unwilling to ... Read More