Mental Health
Here you can read the latest news and research studies covering mental health. This is also the place to find out about different strategies on how you can reduce stress and boost happiness, and many other ways to look after your mental wellbeing.
Australia’s bold move to ban kids under 16 from social media sparks important global debate
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Starting this week, on December 10th, Australia will become the first country to ban all children under 16 from having social media accounts. This is meant to be a sweeping law that covers TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Threads, and other Read More...
How to build a life that feels good: 5 guiding principles to happiness
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve spent any time online lately, you know the world isn’t exactly short on advice. It feels like everyone is ready and willing to talk over each other and shovel out unsolicited counsel: “Fix your mindset.” “Rewrite your habits.” “Become Read More...
The simple daily habit that rewires your brain for resilience
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Writing may seem like just another mundane, ordinary task. We don’t usually think twice about scribbling down a quick note, typing out a text, or getting a journal entry down before bed, but its impact on the brain is surprisingly powerful. Research shows Read More...
Shereen Arent and Sambhali U.S. help uplift 80,000+ women and girls in India
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Women and youth empowerment through education Welcome to the final week of The Optimist Daily’s Annual Local Changemakers series, where we’ve spent five weeks celebrating community-rooted leaders driving bold solutions across the globe. We close this Read More...
How to handle confrontation the right way with expert tips for managing conflict
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Confrontation is often something people dread. It can cause anxiety and discomfort, but that does not always have to be the case. Addressing disputes head-on is essential for personal development and relationship building. Experts agree that confrontation, Read More...
Shower the People: How Gwen Watkins built a mobile hygiene hub and a legacy of dignity
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Dignity and wellness access for underserved populations Welcome to the fourth week of The Optimist Daily’s Annual Local Changemakers series. This week, we highlight leaders ensuring that basic human needs like hygiene, nourishment, and health are met with Read More...
How a small idea on two wheels grew into a community kids can’t wait to join
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM By the time the first bell rings on Fridays in Montclair, New Jersey, something remarkable has already unfolded across town. Children burst out of their houses balancing backpacks and helmets, neighbors wave from porches, and parents gather on sidewalks as Read More...
Why art gallery visits may be one of the healthiest habits you can build
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Most of us know the feeling of standing in front of a painting that makes us pause. Maybe it’s a burst of color that lifts our mood or a quiet scene that steadies the mind. Either way, a new study from King’s College London suggests that these moments are Read More...
Keeping dignity at the center: how to support your loved one's sense of self through dementia
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Dementia is something that touches more and more families every year. Globally, someone develops dementia every three seconds. In the U.S. alone, more than 6 million people live with some form of the condition, and that number is expected to double by 2060. Read More...
No, Tylenol use does not cause autism or ADHD large scientific review finds
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Lately, headlines and social media threads have warned pregnant people to avoid acetaminophen (often known by the brand name Tylenol), implying that using it could increase the risk of autism or ADHD in children. These claims have stirred confusion, worry, Read More...