https://www.cbsnews.com/ Healthwatch Self Care And Well Being From CBSNews.com Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:37:23 -0400 5 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/moms-decline-mental-health-study/ Only about a fourth of moms in the United States say they have "excellent" physical and mental health, according to a new study. Tue, 27 May 2025 20:05:14 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/05/27/2fa31e5d-7b4e-4cb5-9ba1-8c8dbe33be71/thumbnail/60x60/3762c9a3521a66470753594721117fb8/gettyimages-1444802417.jpg 596595f2-69b9-43b2-9865-bc6c6ee8a724 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/anti-social-alone-hurt-health/ Loneliness can impact both your mental and physical health. Here's what to know, according to experts. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 09:25:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/03/05/3d4b4bb1-67be-4043-9fc7-3b752bc196e1/thumbnail/60x60/8f69d8db3b7f695291e48d655071bcb9/gettyimages-1474158499.jpg f3f08792-e898-4789-bb9b-a60c869971a9 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/fear-of-flying-airplane-tips-experts/ If headlines of recent plane crashes​ have you worried about air travel, you're not alone — but there are things to keep in mind to ease flying anxiety. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:02:57 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/02/20/4fbaa261-30d8-46e1-81c8-d8002e2b0e87/thumbnail/60x60/a4d48c59fa7ba62c7d2290b37c2d8a30/gettyimages-2149616107.jpg 60ba6705-72b1-4552-9e1d-48b2703857dd https://www.cbsnews.com/news/red-light-therapy-benefits/ Red light therapy, also known as LED therapy, is trending for skin care. Here's what to know about it, according to a dermatologist. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:12:00 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/02/03/c60a5f0e-4363-478d-8f8e-9beb1f2d5eb9/thumbnail/60x60/1b05b6f8a9c9f24c32ef058f99bc4cb2/gettyimages-1920066101.jpg 900d89d1-8167-434d-a0e4-66338e62aa79 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dads-postpartum-depression-symptoms-causes/ Postpartum depression, a serious mental health condition,​ isn't just something new moms​ can struggle with — studies show new dads can also be affected. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:56:00 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/01/28/57d36625-f10a-48ad-b2f6-c6f7bc9cdc23/thumbnail/60x60/ebeb2451b10c9affc95f8a2319355014/gettyimages-1128249047.jpg 1e10510d-2beb-4e20-a672-673223de37d2 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trendy-low-buy-years-challenges/ A modified version of previously trendy "no buy" pledges, the low-buy version attracts a wider audience who finds the flexible approach more accessible and manageable. Sat, 18 Jan 2025 08:00:05 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/01/10/92bc52cf-318f-471f-97c0-b04d9fa5d060/thumbnail/60x60/1b8b53a3ddac30e0f88215408a4f1b8f/gettyimages-492644377.jpg 7f573dd4-ff35-4bd3-a851-a903ab7f59f7 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/long-term-mental-health-wildfires/ Wildfires can take a long-term toll on mental health, and, if left untreated, people can suffer for even longer. Experts explain what to know. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:14:12 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/01/14/bad9e371-cf9b-4915-b3a1-801e45795f90/thumbnail/60x60/9a046196b9973d9a37cad17f423a523c/eaton3.jpg 26d4636d-1df6-4f3b-b2ba-e60fcd2436e0 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-to-deal-with-survivors-guilt-wildfires/ The wildfires in California are leaving many of those unaffected feeling a sense of "survivor's guilt." A psychiatrist shares advice. Fri, 10 Jan 2025 14:18:42 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/01/10/b21efc35-76ab-48b2-8c5d-32edb5e9e15c/thumbnail/60x60/95256d07ddbfe512a7cdb7576d35554e/gettyimages-2176976306.jpg b91ea4e1-6f83-47c7-85e1-9fe77808871b https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-years-resolutions-tips-why-they-fail/ New Year's resolutions rarely last. Here's why they fail so often and how to change that, according to an expert. Tue, 31 Dec 2024 12:00:15 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/12/20/a52074c9-e8d7-474a-8312-edde0330a9ad/thumbnail/60x60/71629a5837ed3698173ac81b95bea3c4/gettyimages-514410187.jpg b0317af3-4e79-4bd8-9896-c1fd2920bc2a https://www.cbsnews.com/news/covid-flu-contagious-period/ How long are you contagious after getting COVID, flu, RSV, pneumonia, the norovirus stomach bug and more? Here's what to know to keep others safe this holiday season. Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:13:43 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/12/17/0dda16bf-16f3-4135-9601-15294f1546e8/thumbnail/60x60/0257cbae4071f4024972f3909063af85/gettyimages-1777262625.jpg cf8ecf07-8242-4b8c-a848-cd721aff342c https://www.cbsnews.com/news/holiday-gifts-skincare-teens-tweens/ Skin care is all the rage​ for teens and tweens these days, but be careful not to give products that could cause more harm than good. Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:00:09 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/04/22/c50240c7-4443-4605-b523-92369b4bf1ef/thumbnail/60x60/288838758adeecd56a0e3d2f428a1d88/gettyimages-1500804869-1.jpg 8c6a6ed7-a4c8-41b7-913d-e033dd0b283a https://www.cbsnews.com/news/toy-aisle-gifts-for-adults-christmas-hanukkah-2024/ The most sought-after gifts for adults this year might be in the kids' toy aisle. Here's why toys are sparking joy among older generations. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:00:21 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/12/11/5013b4d4-00a4-4d1d-9f60-07b492161736/thumbnail/60x60/6962a105cc6f512d333a0822c300b82b/ap22174747311973.jpg 307c5a03-89e3-459e-b87a-084b153fa45e https://www.cbsnews.com/news/when-to-get-flu-covid-shot-2024/ If you still haven't gotten your COVID or flu shot​, now is the time so you'll stay protected throughout the season, according to doctors. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:47:55 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/10/24/58869e1e-3d4a-4ec3-bf33-89efc3d86aa5/thumbnail/60x60/c481ad5dfce19f5ff7ae17745d73634a/gettyimages-1585070896.jpg 5bf2f565-a68c-460c-957c-837b37b91136 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dopamine-menu-seasonal-depression/ Worried about slipping into the winter blues? A "dopamine menu" could help. Experts explain how, along with ideas to get started. Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:50:52 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/10/31/02df026b-0dd8-40a1-a9a7-203627c9c0db/thumbnail/60x60/c78c129b71370012b7a0ef4f1536bd68/gettyimages-1257761640.jpg b071f3d2-f98f-4285-a5bd-e5a2d513c563 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/election-2024-stress-anxiety-tips-experts/ As tensions mount on Election Day 2024, here are some last-minute tips to ease stress and anxiety, according to experts. Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:10:25 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/11/04/a76c9fdf-76cb-4ff5-99a9-f4286627ce44/thumbnail/60x60/a16882433eed2dcfe839cab65b3293fd/gettyimages-1353656914.jpg 04bc76f7-440f-4bf2-8201-4706f2ec5b32 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/teens-4-hours-screen-time-anxiety-depression/ Teens getting more hours of daily screen time are reporting increased levels of anxiety and depression symptoms, according to new data. But technology isn't always all bad, an expert explains. Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:34:14 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/10/30/1d9310af-4aa7-4a11-82ea-51def7fe53da/thumbnail/60x60/e151fb2bce74fbf6b26a5d5a6c1b7ab9/gettyimages-1329859791.jpg 80d4f802-2838-4557-a38b-96d0f91aa439 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kids-worry-school-psychiatrist-shares-tips-ease-anxiety/ A majority of kids have school-related worries and there are ways to help ease their stress. A psychiatrist shares tips. Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:52:19 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/10/04/025d3a82-7b3a-4e1f-b322-41170b235708/thumbnail/60x60/807e64096a23e1ec92a6928f1e29ec49/gettyimages-679476078.jpg e0ef9e04-380d-4756-9bd2-7fe836675b5a https://www.cbsnews.com/news/deepak-chopra-artificial-intelligence-digital-dharma/ Deepak Chopra told "CBS Saturday Morning" that he wants to look at AI's positive impacts instead of "doomsday scenarios." Sat, 21 Sep 2024 09:02:12 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/09/21/31e5164c-5d5e-4394-87e0-4f429f57aabd/thumbnail/60x60/2fadaa7a4218b681093f292a04dcca9a/0921-satmo-deepak-oliver-3211278-640x360.jpg 80382c92-32c9-449a-8d64-afb922db33a9 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/meteorologist-panic-attack-live-on-air/ ABC News Australia's Nate Byrne is being praised both for how he handled the on-air panic attack as well as the visibility he's bringing to mental health. Thu, 15 Aug 2024 14:46:30 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/08/15/bc8cdb0e-3e6f-42aa-bad4-952868a8165d/thumbnail/60x60/38fd38770f277abdbcff91aaa2c524b0/gettyimages-157399913.jpg 2aa2d18b-32c3-482b-b2af-307fc5b16fe1 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/talking-to-your-teen-psychologist-tips/ Parents worry a lot about their teenagers, but a recent survey highlighted they often don't know how to talk to them. A psychologist shares advice. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:58:14 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/08/14/adfea25d-f96a-4f7d-9181-c2ada76a3ab2/thumbnail/60x60/bf38f8ef839773dea393d28e2a741149/gettyimages-1482429648.jpg 44d1c888-4ba9-4c74-8db0-7d9362d5988c https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-to-lower-cortisol-levels-cortisol-face-concerns/ "Cortisol face" is a trending topic on TikTok — but what is cortisol, exactly? Here's what to know. Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:06:06 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/08/08/97e56015-acf8-4a0f-9598-7c184aadc340/thumbnail/60x60/69d1cfa973738c9abca9ae9536fa6bb9/gettyimages-584774914.jpg 9fe1954e-a162-4ab3-bea0-6cc0a82ccec6 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/reaching-out-old-friends-nature-study/ People are surprisingly reluctant to reach out to old friends, despite the proven benefits of social connection, according to a new study. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 14:24:08 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/30/ff89fa5c-f6d9-4ce9-ac4b-badae1270586/thumbnail/60x60/820803698f5d21e7b8e086410f7ab3e5/gettyimages-1383931877.jpg 28db7a87-1587-4483-831f-273eb69ee454 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sob-parlour-people-pay-to-cry-new-york-city/ You might've heard of rage rooms — places to smash things to relieve some stress — but how about a place to go cry in comfort? Fri, 12 Jul 2024 16:50:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/12/133d39de-5d30-4f0e-9ece-4767faadd0d7/thumbnail/60x60/10d46c8e66e4a24034b7bcb3832d96d5/gettyimages-1631657667.jpg 352d3c94-82a6-4c2b-a9b3-6cc03aff3592 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/loneliness-survey-how-to-feel-less-lonely/ A recent Gallup survey shows global loneliness impacts more than 1 in 5 people worldwide, which can lead to serious health concerns. A psychiatrist discusses how you can combat this issue. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:42:45 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/10/03d5a2a8-48c8-449d-aaa0-0cb61176e48f/thumbnail/60x60/35e4ed720dfac1babcf94ad3153b6613/gettyimages-157282180.jpg 5fca77de-020e-475d-bfd1-3104b99db76e https://www.cbsnews.com/news/doctors-recommending-apple-watches-manage-health-conditions/ From heart disease​ monitoring to post-surgery recovery, here's why some doctors are recommending the use of smart wearables like the Apple watch.​ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 10:20:06 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/08/ed71120e-0447-44f8-bf4c-3bfcecbf403f/thumbnail/60x60/e231b9b920e614fe7f1f5913e9ed391c/gettyimages-1462659220.jpg acf529a0-d300-4aea-b336-56b6d43117f4 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ozempic-craze-impacts-mental-health-weight-loss-magic-fix/ Even if someone has gone through a healing process with body image or their relationship with food, these challenges can "last a lifetime," a licensed mental health counselor tells CBS News. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 07:00:22 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/05/30/2a5a75ef-2630-4c2d-a26c-6d0afdc24033/thumbnail/60x60/39b842f22b59cf9d3dfd600098d0822c/gettyimages-1500448393.jpg 5b25da91-4abc-4fa7-8259-588060299111 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/surgeon-general-social-media-teen-health-vivek-murthy/ Dr. Vivek Murthy urged policymakers and tech companies to take "immediate action" to protect young people. Tue, 23 May 2023 19:23:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/05/23/5154c212-7ca9-4d4c-ba71-1e0bf8bdfe2c/thumbnail/60x60/da76f85492df63e34934ebffbec727a6/gettyimages-1473985193.jpg 9bb4f338-a500-4002-8064-31d140049db0 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/children-worrying-survey-what-parents-can-do-mental-health/ A survey from Nemours KidsHealth is sounding the alarm about children's worries, including how the pandemic fueled anxiety for some young people. Here's what parents can do to help. Mon, 08 May 2023 10:29:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/05/08/a6f21749-dadc-4215-8219-e6b08f385e04/thumbnail/60x60/2fa456d3bffce8262ff7b4c4ed96993c/gettyimages-548929059.jpg 0df29e41-b005-41e1-9ab2-d3ca1dfcdf79 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/climate-change-anxiety/ Research shows most youth are "extremely worried" about climate change. Kids and young adults who struggle with climate anxiety can perceive they have no future or that humanity is doomed. Thu, 02 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/03/02/d9d303fd-90ec-4a95-87c8-5b9db021adef/thumbnail/60x60/a046a0280714df52bd36df7892374075/gettyimages-912915284.jpg 0dd5cf41-324a-4f50-828d-aa1c0d4c873d https://www.cbsnews.com/news/social-media-mental-health-self-diagnosis/ A California psychology professor has gained a million followers on TikTok by debunking "wellness" advice that could do more harm than good. 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