Laughter is often described as the best medicine, and for good reason. Its power to heal and uplift is universal, but it ...

It can help calm you down. “Screaming engages the vagus nerve, which helps regulate the nervous system,” Silverman says.

This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There ...

In the midst of turbulent times, it can be hard not to fixate on the troubles of the present moment. Here's how hope can ...

Two individuals, each with plenty of issues and their own communication quirks, collide on opposite ends of a mental-health helpline in Jeremy Beiler’s short film “Happy to Help You.” Amy Sedaris ...

Through eight episodes and nine featured guests, host Colin Browning investigates the notion of funniness and celebrates ...

In a nutshell The study found that when scientists use humor, especially a mix of anthropomorphism and satire, they are ...

WHEN TODD “HAPPY” Boynton is vetting someone new for his pickleball squadron, he asks them to accept four rules: Don’t get hurt, have fun, don’t be a dick, and “the more the merrier.” The last is not ...

Born in a nearby village, Nam’s vision for Namia River Retreat is to be a sanctuary of Vietnamese healing traditions. “Namia is not just another luxury stay,” he insists. “It’s a ...

Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis writes about embracing joy and love in the face of current assaults on democracy and human rights. She ...

The rise in mental health conversations seems positive at first glance. But dig a little deeper, and there's a dark side to ...