While there are positive aspects to social media, there's evidence it can pose risks to teens' mental health.

Most people with anxiety and depression feel better with prescribed treatment, but unfortunately, about 30% still can’t seem to shake off the mood swings, sadness and hopelessness. This is especially true if you respond poorly — or don’t respond at all — to antidepressants . For those with treatment-resistant depression, a noninvasive treatment called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) , offers hope.

(The Conversation) — As the world deals with the trauma caused by COVID-19, World Kindness Day , observed on Nov. 13 annually, is a good opportunity to reflect on the healing potential of both large and small acts of kindness. Indeed, it was the kind acts of essential workers that helped save many lives . As a scholar of Buddhist studies, I have researched the ways in which Buddhist monks talk about kindness and compassion toward all beings.