Nick Padlo’s addiction to alcohol and drugs didn’t happen overnight. “I was using them as a tool to cope with depression and anxiety,” says the recovered addict and founder of Sophros Recovery in ...

We all want to be there for a friend or loved one who is reeling from a loss. But what can we say to help them feel better? Should we say anything at all? It's a familiar debate we've all had, and one ...

Karlee Lipton of Conway, Arkansas, was surprised by the way postpartum depression hit her when she had her baby in the summer of 2024. Lipton had already seen a therapist and a psychiatrist to help ...

Our culture has never been comfortable with death. When someone close to us has a parent, sibling, or child die, we often don’t know what to say, let alone how to provide comfort and support. It’s ...

Supporting someone with a chronic condition starts with listening and empathy. Each person has a different experience, so listening to their unique perspective is important. Share on Pinterest ...

When someone we care about is grieving the loss of a loved one, our natural instinct is to ease their pain. But when words feel clumsy and gestures fall short, it can be hard to know how to help.

You’ve probably supported a family member or friend through a breakup, job loss, or painful rejection, but being there for someone in bereavement may feel like uncharted territory. For one, grief ...

You may be able to help a loved one experiencing bulimia by supporting their recovery, educating yourself about eating disorders, and avoiding comments about their body or weight. If someone you care ...

Sarah Bradley is a writer with six years of experience creating personal essays, reported features, and content related to health and parenting topics. The headache from a migraine attack can be ...