How are marijuana, cannabis and hemp different? A guide to weed terms.
Many words are used interchangeably, but there are some key differences.
By Hannah Docter-LoebThe grief, guilt and joy of being a caregiver for my mom
As much as I may have resented it, cursed it, allowed myself to become embittered at times, I did what I chose to do. And I would do it all over again.
By Tracy GrantThe upside of motherhood you don’t hear about
Parenting can be fulfilling, fascinating and actually a lot of fun. So why isn't that discussed more often?
By Tara Parker-PopeAdvice for the great outdoors
In case your outside encounters get a little too wild, here are some tips to stay healthy and safe.
By Tara Parker-PopeMichael J. Fox talks mortality, Parkinson’s: ‘I’m not gonna be 80.’
In a recent interview, Michael J. Fox described his ongoing battle with Parkinson's disease, which causes symptoms of uncontrollable jerks and slurred speech.
By Tara Parker-PopeWhy you should practice forgiveness
To achieve emotional forgiveness, a person needs to let go and stop dwelling on being wronged.
By Tara Parker-PopeA silent crisis in men’s health gets worse
Across the lifespan -- from infancy to the teen years, midlife and old age -- boys and men are more likely to die at every age compared to girls and women.
By Tara Parker-Pope and Caitlin GilbertMoney stress? Check your financial literacy with these 3 questions.
Many Americans feel anxiety and stress when thinking about or discussing their personal finances. But it is never too late to keep building your financial literacy.
By Tara Parker-PopeMore people are getting cremated, but what happens to the ashes?
After cremation, ashes often are returned to family members in a simple container. Decisions about what to do with them next can be expensive and fraught.
By Katie C. ReillyHow to spring clean your mind
Research suggests that spring may be one of the best times to start a new habit or make a change.
By Tara Parker-PopeCan dogs talk by pressing buttons? What science says about the debate.
A new study has collected thousands of reports from the owners of "button" dogs, who believe their pets talk to them by tapping buttons with prerecorded words.
By Marlene CimonsDogs, grief and blurred memories: Pandemic life, three years in
My family members and I, like millions of others, are among the unfortunate masses forever scarred by the pandemic.
By Tara Parker-PopeGyms, pets and takeout: How the pandemic has shifted daily life
Some of the lifestyle changes triggered by the pandemic were temporary; others may have more staying power.
By Caitlin Gilbert and Lindsey BeverHow to celebrate International Women’s Day
There is much to strive for to make the lives of girls and women better. March 8, though, is a day to cherish our wins and recognize how far we have come.
By Anjuman AliAn illustrated celebration of women around the world
Cartoonists around the world told us what community means to them on International Women's Day.
By Sara Barackzay, Yulia Vus, Jaz Malone, Fahim Alavi and Bea HaywardSome parents misled others about their kids’ covid status, study finds
Not sharing children's disease information and not following health protocols could have contributed to the virus spread, scientists said.
By Niha MasihThe Brain Issue: Old brains can learn new tricks
Also: Why music causes memories to flood back, and how inflammation in the body may explain depression in the brain.
By Tara Parker-PopeScared kitty? Barking dog? Virtual vet visits lower stress for pets.
Telemedicine can be used to assess whether a pet needs to be seen in person, to monitor chronic conditions, and to check a post-surgical incision or a superficial wound.
By Marlene CimonsTo boost happiness, treat your weekend like a vacation
If you’re having trouble making time for a vacation, recent research suggests that simply treating your weekends like a vacation can make you happier.
By Tara Parker-PopeIf you can smell your air freshener, you might have a problem
Air fresheners contain chemicals known to worsen indoor air quality and harm your health.
By Amudalat Ajasa