Over 200,000 years of human evolution have proven that we survive and thrive by forming and relying on the power of a close community of support. We can...

The tenacity and strength of the human spirit are best exemplified by survivors who have overcome significant obstacles and adversity. Survivors are people who have faced or are currently experiencing trauma, abuse, illness, injury, loss, grief, abandonment, racism, and more. A

In a new report, Vivek Murthy, United States Surgeon General, reveals a shocking truth: the United States is facing an epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The harmful effects of this epidemic on our health are comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. Interestingly...

Financial stress is an ever-present issue for many people. It’s not hard to see why: from the cost of housing and healthcare to student loans and credit card debt, there are a myriad of reasons why people can feel overwhelmed by their finances. In fact...

I wrote this because anyone can feel down in the dumps. We can have low self-esteem and feel anxious, scared, or lacking in confidence. However, with many life stressors today, including a global pandemic, financ...

There's nothing like the love of an animal. You can have the worst day possible, be on the verge of tears, and then feel a cold, wet nose pressed against your arm; instant relief.

Implementing emotional and physical boundaries can keep a budding relationship healthy and even deepen your connection...

Sophie is a college student who became disabled and was labeled a medical mystery when she was 19. She considers herself a huge anatomy and physiology nerd. Outside of school...

The holiday season is here, or well, it's been here since the day after Halloween, but now it's really here. The radio is seemingly on a non-stop loop of Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christ...

The halls are decked, the mistletoe hung, and the stockings placed by the chimney with care -- it's officially the holidays, and as the song goes, 'tis the season to be jolly." But what if you're already feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or anxious before the holiday season has

The holiday festivities are here, and you may soon find yourself traveling home to see family or welcoming loved ones into yours. For many, this time of year is full of wonderment, cherished traditions, and joy, but a lot of family members under one roof almost ensures some bou

With the new year fastly approaching, we are all wary of what 2021 has in store for us. As the pandemic continues to ...

There’s nothing wrong with looking at the bright side of things. But the toxic positivity mindset enforces the idea that despite how bad things are in life, we can, and should, still find a way to be optimistic.

There's never a good time or place to have a panic attack. Sometimes the comfort of our own homes can help us feel a bit safer versus a public environment, but neither is ideal, and knowing how to ground yourself from panic can help reduce the length and severity of an attack.

Long-term relationships are no stranger to complications, frustrations, and heartache. Maintaining a happy, healthy relationship or marriage, while not a job, takes effort and time.

Dating is always tricky, but the added layer of technology has made things a little more complex. Before dating apps and social media, you needed to follow through on dating plans to get to know the person.

MentalHappy protects all members’ personal information and communications on the platform, as well as ...

Birthday cakes, gift cards, free lunches, snacks, movie tickets, and other perks are ...