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How can obesity impact mental health? 5 effects to know about
Physical Wellbeing, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 11/4/24 Physical Wellbeing, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 11/4/24

How can obesity impact mental health? 5 effects to know about

Is there a link between obesity and mental health? We examine if obesity can lead to depression, how childhood experience might play a role, and the possible effects on mood.

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How to break out of the self-loathing cycle: 7 tips to deal
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 11/4/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 11/4/24

How to break out of the self-loathing cycle: 7 tips to deal

Constantly feeling like you’re never enough? You might be battling self-loathing. Explore the possible causes of self-hatred and 7 ways to treat it mindfully.

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Can AI help with mental health? Here's what you need to know
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/23/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/23/24

Can AI help with mental health? Here's what you need to know

Explore how AI may help with mental health and therapy work, what the studies say, and what the drawbacks may be. Plus, 5 ways to use AI for better mental health.

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How to handle an emotionally unavailable partner
Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/16/24 Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/16/24

How to handle an emotionally unavailable partner

Does your partner seem distant? Does something feel off even when they say everything is fine? Learn the 7 signs of emotional unavailability and how to navigate it.

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What is gestalt psychology? Plus, how it's used in modern life
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/16/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/16/24

What is gestalt psychology? Plus, how it's used in modern life

If you've heard the phrase, "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts," you know the foundation of Gestalt psychology. But how is it used today? We'll explain.

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What's the difference between crystallized and fluid intelligence?
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/15/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/15/24

What's the difference between crystallized and fluid intelligence?

Are you a strong on-the-spot problem solver, or are you more of a by-the-book type of person? Explore crystallized vs fluid intelligence, and how to improve both.

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How brainspotting therapy works (and if it's right for you)
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/14/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/14/24

How brainspotting therapy works (and if it's right for you)

Curious about brainspotting? Learn more about how this trauma therapy works, if it's effective, and what you should consider before you give it a try.

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How operant conditioning can help you build better habits
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/10/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/10/24

How operant conditioning can help you build better habits

Using positive or negative reinforcement, also called operant conditioning, can be a great way to influence behavior. Here's how it can help you change your habits.

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Nature vs. nurture: which is really the most important?
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/10/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/10/24

Nature vs. nurture: which is really the most important?

Ever meet a newborn who already has a personality of their own? If so, you may have wondered about nature vs. nurture. Explore the big question of who decides who we really are.

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Am I a narcissist? Here are 10 signs to look out for
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/9/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/9/24

Am I a narcissist? Here are 10 signs to look out for

Worried you might be a narcissist? Self-reflection is a sign you’re probably not. Learn 10 behaviors often mistaken for narcissism and how to address them mindfully.

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How to cope with time blindness: 5 mindful tips
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/9/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/9/24

How to cope with time blindness: 5 mindful tips

Chronically running late? Feel like time is slipping through your fingers? You could be dealing with time blindness. Uncover the causes and unlock strategies to cope.

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What is a covert narcissist? 5 signs to watch for
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/8/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/8/24

What is a covert narcissist? 5 signs to watch for

Think you know what a narcissist looks like? Think again. Discover the traits of a covert narcissist, plus how to deal with different types of narcissism mindfully.

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What is procedural memory? Plus, 5 mindful tips to improve it
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/8/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/8/24

What is procedural memory? Plus, 5 mindful tips to improve it

Your procedural memory is why you just know how to brush your teeth or do a jumping jack — and turns out, you can strengthen it. Here's how, and why, you should try.

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What is explicit memory? Plus, 5 mindful tips to improve it
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/7/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/7/24

What is explicit memory? Plus, 5 mindful tips to improve it

Ever randomly recall the capitol of Iowa, your school picture outfit, or your old phone number? Those are examples of explicit long term memory. Here’s how to improve it.

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What is World Mental Health Day? Plus, 7 ways to celebrate
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/1/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/1/24

What is World Mental Health Day? Plus, 7 ways to celebrate

Mental health matters. Calm celebrates World Mental Health Day on October 10. Learn more about the purpose of this day and how you can get involved!

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How do schools affect mental health? 8 possible impacts
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 9/27/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 9/27/24

How do schools affect mental health? 8 possible impacts

Explore how school may affect mental health and the impact that bullying can have on kids. Plus, what to do if your kid’s mental health is being affected by school.

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How can childhood trauma impact adults? Plus, 6 ways to heal
Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24 Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24

How can childhood trauma impact adults? Plus, 6 ways to heal

Discover the potential impact of childhood trauma on adults and the signs to look out for. Plus, 6 ways to break the cycle and heal from childhood trauma.

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How to use a wellness wheel to boost your wellbeing
Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/24/24 Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/24/24

How to use a wellness wheel to boost your wellbeing

Learn what a wellness wheel is and the 8 different dimensions of a healthy lifestyle that it covers. Plus, 4 tips to boost your wellbeing with a wellness wheel.

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What is emotional labor? Plus, 8 examples at home and at work
Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 9/23/24 Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 9/23/24

What is emotional labor? Plus, 8 examples at home and at work

Learn what emotional labor is, examples of it at home and at work, and how it might affect your relationships. Plus, 5 ways to use mindfulness for emotional labor.

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What is trauma dumping? 7 ways to stop oversharing
Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 9/23/24 Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 9/23/24

What is trauma dumping? 7 ways to stop oversharing

Explore what trauma dumping is, including examples and why people may do it. Plus, how to handle being dumped on and 7 ways to stop your own oversharing.

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