Anxiety

12 articles

A person doomscrolling on their phone, looking distressed and isolated in a dimly lit room, highlighting the psychological impact of negative news consumption.
Wellness

What is Doomscrolling's Psychological Impact on Mental Well-being?

Globally, 40% of people now actively avoid the news, a stark increase from 29% just five years ago, according to an annual survey by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, as reported by T

Yasmin El-Sayed·July 2, 2026
Person meditating peacefully in nature, symbolizing a break from digital overload and a return to mental clarity.
Wellness

What are the digital detox benefits and strategies for mental health?

In a striking finding, teens with high daily screen time were more than twice as likely to report anxiety symptoms, with 27.

Yasmin El-Sayed·June 17, 2026
Diverse individuals participating in vibrant cultural practices, demonstrating community connection and positive mental well-being.
Wellness

Cultural Practices for Mental Well-being by 2026

Mental disorders are projected to cost the global economy up to $16 trillion between 2010 and 2030, a staggering burden on human lives and finances.

Yasmin El-Sayed·June 8, 2026
A university student enjoying a peaceful moment in a park, intentionally disconnected from their phone, reading a book.
Trends

Digital Detox Boosts Life Satisfaction, Studies Find

A nine-week digital detox experiment involving over 400 university students revealed significant decreases in depressive symptoms, anxiety, and loneliness, according to Diario AS .

Yasmin El-Sayed·May 10, 2026
A person looking out at a stormy ocean, symbolizing the overwhelming feelings associated with eco-anxiety and climate change.
Wellness

What is eco-anxiety and its global mental health impact?

In Germany, over half the population, 55.

Yasmin El-Sayed·May 7, 2026
Person meditating outdoors, finding peace away from blurred digital devices, highlighting the mental health benefits of a digital detox.
Wellness

Digital Detox: Targeted Mental Health Benefits in 2026

In 2026, studies confirm that intentionally stepping away from digital devices can significantly decrease feelings of depression and anxiety.

Yasmin El-Sayed·May 3, 2026
A person peacefully reading a book by a window, symbolizing a digital detox and improved mental well-being.
Wellness

What Are the Psychological Benefits of Digital Detoxes?

In 2022, nearly all teenagers had access to smartphones or other internet-connected devices, a pervasive presence that correlates with significant mental health outcomes.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 27, 2026
Person finding peace in nature during a digital detox, symbolizing reduced anxiety and improved mental well-being.
Wellness

Digital Detox for Mental Well-being: What Works in 2026?

After just one week of reducing social media use, participants in a recent study saw their anxiety symptoms drop by 16.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 14, 2026
A person contemplating a vast, turbulent ocean under a dramatic sky, symbolizing the profound emotional weight of eco-anxiety and the global climate crisis on individual well-being.
Wellness

What Is Eco-Anxiety? Understanding Climate Change and Mental Well-being

Eco-anxiety is a heavy sense of unease tied to the health of our planet, a rational response to a genuine global crisis. Understanding this phenomenon is crucial for navigating its profound impact on our holistic well-being.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 5, 2026
A person sits in a minimalist, serene room, embodying the 'Culture of Calm,' yet subtle visual cues hint at underlying stress and emotional suppression.
Wellness

What Is the Culture of Calm and How Does It Shape Our Wellbeing?

The modern world's obsession with tranquility, often at a personal cost, creates a "Culture of Calm." This article examines how this societal trend shapes our mental health by encouraging emotional suppression and a performance of composure.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 2, 2026
A person in a tense meeting, maintaining a calm facade while subtle visual cues hint at underlying stress and emotional struggle, representing the high cost of composure.
Wellness

The High Cost of Keeping Calm: Our Cultural Obsession With Composure Is Harming Us

Our society often rewards unwavering composure under pressure, but this cultural ideal may be doing more harm than good. Discover how the relentless pursuit of calm can mask deeper issues like suppressed trauma and high-functioning anxiety.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 2, 2026
A lone figure on a dramatic, windswept coastline, gazing at a stormy sea, symbolizing the profound emotional weight of eco-anxiety and environmental concerns.
Wellness

What Is Eco-Anxiety? A Guide to Its Cultural Impact on Mental Health

Eco-anxiety, a growing fear of environmental damage, is a widespread phenomenon shaping the emotional landscape of our time. This guide explores its cultural impact on mental health and offers ways to navigate ecological uncertainty.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 1, 2026