Sexual Health & Medical Wellness MRNA COVID-19 Vaccination During or Immediately Before Pregnancy Not Linked to Autism or Developmental Disorders in Children, Major Study Confirms April 11, 2026 Susilo Ahmad New research presented at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) 2026 Pregnancy Meeting definitively states that receiving an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine shortly before or at any point during pregnancy is…
Body Positivity & Self-Love Understanding ARFID Prevalence Subtypes and the Evolution of Evidence Based Treatment Protocols for Pediatric and Adult Eating Disorders April 11, 2026 Budi Santoso Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) has emerged as a critical focus within the field of eating disorder treatment, representing a complex condition that transcends the traditional boundaries of "picky eating."…
Body Positivity & Self-Love Navigating the Complex Intersection of Eating Disorders and Body Dysmorphic Disorder in Modern Clinical Practice April 11, 2026 Budi Santoso The psychological landscape of body image is increasingly recognized by clinicians as a spectrum ranging from common dissatisfaction to debilitating pathology. While concerns regarding physical appearance are nearly universal in…
Body Positivity & Self-Love The Intersection of Trauma and Eating Disorders: A Clinical Perspective on Recovery and National Awareness Initiatives April 10, 2026 Budi Santoso Bulimia nervosa, a complex and often misunderstood psychiatric condition, remains one of the most prevalent eating disorders in the United States, characterized by a cyclical pattern of binge eating followed…
Psychology & Intimacy The Delayed Onset of Depression and Stress-Related Disorders in Swedish Fathers: A Comprehensive Study Reveals Shifting Vulnerabilities April 9, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker A groundbreaking study published in JAMA Network Open has illuminated a previously underappreciated pattern in the mental health of new fathers. While fathers in Sweden appear to be at a…
Psychology & Intimacy Astrocytes: The Unsung Heroes of Fear Memory and Potential New Targets for Anxiety Disorders April 4, 2026 Rebecca Shoemaker Imagine a star-shaped cell in the brain, reaching out with long, thin extensions to surround nearby neurons. This cell is called an astrocyte. For years, scientists believed astrocytes mainly acted…
Body Positivity & Self-Love Navigating the Intersection of Eating Disorders and Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Clinical Realities and Diagnostic Challenges April 4, 2026 Budi Santoso The boundary between common appearance-related concerns and clinical pathology is a subject of increasing scrutiny within the global mental health community. While a significant portion of the population experiences occasional…
Human Sexuality Research & Journals Validation of the Cognitive Fusion Questionnaire in Regular Meditators and Persons with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders April 4, 2026 Lina Irawan A significant study has rigorously examined the psychometric properties of the Cognitive Fusion Questionnaire (CFQ), a crucial tool for understanding psychological flexibility, across diverse populations. The research, published in Frontiers…
Body Positivity & Self-Love National Eating Disorders Awareness Week Highlights the Critical Link Between Childhood Trauma and Adult Bulimia Recovery April 3, 2026 Budi Santoso The landscape of mental health treatment in the United States is currently undergoing a significant shift as clinicians and advocates increasingly recognize the profound intersection between eating disorders and early…
Body Positivity & Self-Love Talking to High School Students About Eating Disorders: Insights from the Cameron K. Gallagher Foundation March 27, 2026 Budi Santoso The high school experience represents a critical developmental junction where biological changes intersect with heightened social scrutiny, making it a period frequently defined by challenges to self-esteem and body image.…
