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The History of Queer Stigma — And Its Affect on the Community's Mental Health
One in three LGBTQ+ Americans (including more than three in five transgender Americans) faced discrimination in the past year. And, unsurprisingly, that mistreatment worsened their mental well being. We explored how prejudice took root, progress being made to support LGBTQ+ people, and how to be a better ally.
Mental Health
Protecting your mental health takes more than putting mind over matter.
Common Mental Health Conditions, Explained
We took a look at common mental health problems and disorders and what they do.
theSkimm on Mom Guilt — And Everything Else You’re Feeling Right Now
The pandemic has produced a laundry list of emotions. And it's natural to want to sweep it all under the rug. But our guide has coping tactics to work through them.
17 Books To Read if Your Group Chat Can’t Stop Talking About Mental Health
If you read to relax, great news. These books take it one step further: each one aims to explore or improve some aspect of your mental health.
theSkimm on Therapy And If It's Right For You
Plus, what to know about the different types of therapy out there and whether insurance covers it.
What To Know About Traditional Chinese Medicine and How It’s Becoming More Mainstream
Seems like everyone's into “alternative” or integrative medicine these days. But turns out, many of these treatments have been around for thousands of years. Here's theSkimm on tai chi, acupuncture, cupping, and more.
The News + Your Health
We look past the headlines so you can look out for your health.
The Pandemic and Your Mental Health: Why You May Be Nervous About the World Opening Up
If you're feeling anxious about the world opening back up, you're not alone. We're here to help you explore and understand what you may be feeling, because the pandemic impacted all of us differently.
Let's Talk About...COVID-19 Vaccines and Your Period
Can the COVID-19 vaccine affect your period? The short answer is maybe, but only temporarily, and you should still get vaccinated anyway. Fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford explains.
How Climate Change Could Affect Your Health
You know that climate change threatens the planet. But you might not know that it threatens our health, too.
How Traumatic Events Can Affect Your Health
Whether you've experienced trauma firsthand, are supporting someone who has, or are constantly taking in traumatic news events, your mental health is likely feeling the side effects.
Fertility
Because trying can be trying, we've got resources to help you plan, budget, and look out for yourself.
Birth Control: What to Know About the Pill, IUD, Ring, Arm Implant, and More
You know what birth control is and does. But you might not know what options are out there to help you plan for your future — whether that involves kids or not.
All The Ways to Track When You’re Ovulating
If getting pregnant is all about timing, ovulation is like an alarm going off in your body. And if you're looking to hit snooze on starting a family, knowing when it's happening can help with that, too.
Trying to Get Pregnant? How IUI, IVF, and Other Fertility Methods Could Help
For those TTC: Science can help. Here's a breakdown of the process and price of different fertility methods.
Miscarriage: How Common It Is (Very), Recovery, and 'Rainbow Babies'
If you've suffered from a miscarriage, you're not alone. Here's a look at how to grieve a pregnancy loss, and how to be there for someone going through it.
I Was Diagnosed With Unexplained Infertility
Abby never expected to have problems getting pregnant. Watch to see her journey, plus her message to other women struggling with fertility issues.
How Your Menstrual Cycle Works
It involves a lot more than just having your period roughly once a month.
11 Books To Read if You — or Someone You Know — Is Struggling With Infertility
Whether you’re struggling to conceive or interested in learning more about the journey of someone close to you, these reads will help illuminate the infertility experience.
I Battled with Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
About 1 in 8 women experience symptoms of postpartum depression. Fallon was one of them.
Stress and Anxiety
Working through stress and anxiety shouldn't cause more stress and anxiety. That's where we come in.
What It’s Like Coping With Anxiety in My 20s
Whitney was working for a mental health organization while secretly dealing with her own mental health issues. Watch to see how she found a therapist, navigated medication options, and took control of her diagnosis.
How to Manage Stress
Stressed about your stress? Deep breaths. Here are some fresh ways to tame the beast.
How to Recognize, Treat, and Live With Anxiety
Anxiety isn’t “just in your head.” Like taking your temperature, we all need to check in to make sure we’re feeling mentally well, not just physically well.
How to Stress Less and Less Often
A little stress can go a long way towards getting sh*t done. But a lot of stress can go a long way towards giving you health issues.
Me Time
Because taking care of yourself starts with making time for yourself.
Sleep
Losing sleep over losing sleep? We've got tips to drift off at night and stay on during the day.
How to Get Good Sleep and Get by Even When You Don’t
Even before COVID-19, around one-third of adults said they’ve suffered from sleep problems. Read up, then rest up.
13 Products for a Good Night’s Sleep
This list has a weighted blanket, a delicious tea mix, lightweight pajamas, and more. Sweet dreams.
theSkimm on Sleep Anxiety and How to Fall Asleep Faster
Weird dreams and a pit of uncertainty got you staring at the ceiling? We're here to help you get some shuteye.
How to Clear Your Mind and Get Some Rest
Rest easy. Here's how to overhaul your bedtime routine to get quality sleep.
Checking In
Your future self appreciates when you plan ahead. Here's how to keep your health in check now and your options open later.
Health Insurance
We've got you covered on what medical care is covered.
It's Open Enrollment Season — Here Are Your Health Insurance Options
The gov extended the ACA enrollment period to August 15, 2021. Here’s what that could mean for your health (and health coverage).
theSkimm's Guide on Teletherapy
Since the outbreak, there are fewer in-person treatment options available. Enter: virtual therapy.
How to Choose the Right Employer-Backed Health Insurance Plan
Picking a health insurance plan probably sounds about as fun as going to the doctor. But choosing the right one is an important step in taking care of yourself.
Insurance Terms, Skimm’d
There are lots of choices –– and terms –– when it comes to insurance coverage. We Skimm’d the big ones for you here.
Unemployed: How to Get Health Insurance
Millions of Americans could lose their health insurance after becoming unemployed due to the pandemic. Here’s how to get covered.
Paid Parental Leave: Why the US Falls Behind
The US is one of the only countries that doesn’t guarantee paid parental leave. We Skimm’d how this impacts you.
More in Well
Additional info to help you live smarter and healthier.
Hormones, Skimm'd
Chances are you’ve complained about feeling ‘hormonal.’ But you might not know what that word actually means.
Breastfeeding, Skimm'd
Let's talk everything from latching and leaking to feelings and formula. Because breastfeeding is a lot more complicated than it sounds.
How To Have a Healthy Sex Life: What To Know About Orgasms, Safety, and Your Brain
There’s a lot more to sex than... just sex.
theSkimm on Processed Foods
Whether you believe ‘you are what you eat’ or have muted all nutrition and wellness coaches on your IG, you have the right to know that not all foods are created equal.
How to Keep Your Social Media Use in Check
Retweet if you spent most of 2020 refreshing your social media feeds. This might not be the healthiest move.
How to Organize Apps on Your iPhone
Does looking at your iPhone stress you out? Relax. Here's how to clean up your home screen.
Systemic Racism in Health Care
People of color face a disproportionate level of health risk compared to white people in the US. Here's why.
My Newborn and I Got COVID-19
The CDC says that 7.3% of all coronavirus cases reported to the organization as of August were among children. Meet Jill...Her newborn is part of that statistic. They both tested positive for the virus.
Refresh Your WFH Routine
If your 9 to 5 has become your 9 to 7...or 8 or 9, check out our tips for setting boundaries and working smarter from home.
Skimm'd from the Couch
These wellness advocates make time for themselves and their careers.
Dr. Laura Forese On Leading A Team Through Crisis
"People were scared. And it was on me and the rest of the leadership team to say 'We’re going to be here with you.'"
Dr. Kathrin Jansen On Handling High Stakes Situations
"I did not think about failure. I did not think about success. All I thought about is we have to come up with something that stops this pandemic."
Dara Treseder On Starting A New Job Virtually
"When you first start [a new] job, take the time to invest in people and build relationships."
Naomi Hirabayashi and Marah Lidey On Making A Partnership Work
"The...really important thing we did for one another was...help each other to feel less alone."
Cindy Crawford On Confidence
"I'm a big fan of faking it till you make it."
Annie Lawless on Learning A New Industry
The co-founder of Suja Juice and creator of Lawless Beauty isn't afraid to break into a new field.
Nancy Brinker on Her Best Advice for Making Change
The Susan G Komen Foundation founder recommends starting with the end in mind.
Lo Bosworth on How To Pivot
Stress motivated the founder and CEO of Love Wellness to make a change.
Arianna Huffington on Focusing on Herself
The Huffington Post founder told us how she took a step back after working 18-hour days and from there created Thrive Global.
Melanie Whelan on Bad Habits
The SoulCycle CEO talks about taking over the SoulCycle community and having a millennial mentor.
Payal Kadakia on Failing
The Founder and Executive Chairman of ClassPass talks about how the brand failed before it evolved.
Noura Sakkijha On Prioritizing Your Mental Health
"The beginning was really hard. I decided to go into therapy at that point because it was really intense."
