Why it’s so hard for parents to let their kid quit Piano lessons and soccer practice can encourage grit. But if your kid isn’t into it, it can become a stress-inducing obligation. Here’s how to have hard conversations with your child about quitting. Becky Harlan
The efforts to connect elders and young people amid a loneliness epidemic Older adults struggle with loneliness. Teens and kids are facing new levels of poor mental health. Organizations are connecting these two groups -- and both elders and young people are benefiting. Ashley Milne-Tyte
Anxious at the Portland airport? Beni the Llama is here for you, spreading joy The gentle animals are part of Portland International Airport's effort to counter travel stress with soothing elements from nature. Katia Riddle
Caregiving can be a tough, lonely mission. One daughter found ways to reconnect Some 106 million people provide unpaid care for an adult in the U.S. Many feel invisible and profoundly lonely. But some are creating new ways to support each other. Kat McGowan
Young women are challenging the stigma of sex and love addiction support groups On social media, young women are increasingly open about attending 12-step sex and love addiction programs. Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous reports 1,200 meetings in more than 50 countries. Neda Ulaby
A divided country agrees: The election is stressing everyone out A new poll from the American Psychological Association shows 7 out of 10 adults say the future of the Nation is a significant source of stress in their lives. And the results cross party lines. Katia Riddle
Ozempic shows promise for treating alcohol and drug abuse, study finds The weight-loss drugs are linked with reduced rates of excess drinking and opioid overdoses, suggesting they may tamp down substance use cravings too. Maria Godoy
COMIC: Science-backed mood boosters to (almost instantly) snap you out of a funk Six techniques to energize you when you feel sluggish and relax you when you feel stressed. Feel the transformation in 15 minutes or less. Connie Hanzhang Jin
Hurricanes like Helene and Milton leave behind a trail of psychological damage NPR's Juana Summers talks with with Dr. Sandro Galea, dean of the Boston University School of Public Health, about the mental health consequences of devastating hurricanes like Helene and Milton. Juana Summers
LGBTQ+ women face disproportionate rates of mental health issues and barriers to care A new report finds that LGBTQ+ women in the U.S. experience high rates of trauma, mental illness, and other health conditions. And they're less likely to seek medical care. Bec Roldan
