Authored by: Vivian Xu Art by: Chloe Lee Introduction When we talk about dementia care, the focus is almost always on the patient. However, behind every person living with dementia, there is usually a family member or friend providing daily support. These caregivers manage medication, coordinate appointments, assist with bathing and mealtimes, in addition to making difficult medical and financial decisions. Although their role is essential, their own health and wellbeing are

Authored by: Noah Scheidt Art by: Joshua Choi Latino communities experience significant rates of depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders, yet are substantially less likely to receive adequate treatment compared to non-Latino White populations [1]. This gap is not solely the result of limited access; it is shaped by cultural norms, stigma, language barriers, and structural inequities in the healthcare system. At the same time, emerging research suggests that cultura

Authored by: Mia Bakota Art by: Sandy Kong Think of the Ivy-bound student with a perfect GPA, the analyst promoted ahead of their peers, the artist whose output never falters, the doctor who has had the perfect career. High academic and professional achievement is often interpreted within healthcare settings as evidence of resilience and psychological stability. Patients who maintain strong performance are frequently presumed to be coping effectively, even when reporting chro

Authored by: Evan Wong Art by: Laura Lee Humans are widely considered to be the most moral, ethical creatures on Earth, yet so many of our actions seem to directly contradict this generalization. One of the most prevalent examples of this contradiction is our tendency to cry over the deaths of fictional characters while turning a blind eye towards real-world humanitarian crises. A vast majority of people agree that real-world tragedies bear much greater weight, but this ratio

Authored by: Celine Kim Art by: Chloe Lee At 6AM, the day begins before the sun rises. The kettle hums while pill bottles are lined in careful rows across the kitchen table. Breakfast must be soft enough to swallow easily, warm enough to comfort, and simple enough not to overwhelm. By 7AM, it is time for a short walk—slow steps, steady hands, constant vigilance. At 9AM, there are medications to administer. By noon, there are reminders to eat, to drink, to sit, to rest. By eve

Authored by: Catherine Meng Art by: Rachel Jacob Imagine you are on your phone, taking a scrolling break. You begin to scroll down your Tiktok or Instagram feed when you begin to notice something weird. Each new video feels like something that you’ve seen before. The same products and content style lie in every video you watch. Eerily, even the creators look very similar. What’s even more concerning is that if you go outside and walk around, this trend repeats itself. Stores

Authored by: Allison Park “Your happiness is worth more than your grades” is a phrase often heard by students from school officials. It sounds like common sense. After all, it’s just letters and numbers on a transcript. But on elite college campuses, a student’s GPA is often seen as the ultimate measure of achievement. Grades become a measure of someone’s worth, and can define how a student is perceived and influence their own self-perception. Worst of all, most students aren

Authored by: Natalia Collins Art by: Laura Lee Sophie Rottenberg was only 28 years old when she decided to use ChatGPT as an avenue to treat her major depressive disorder. After months of relying on this AI-driven support, Sophie tragically died by suicide. In the time leading up to her death, Sophie confided in a chatbot named “Harry” to grapple with depressive thoughts, and on the night of her death, disclosed specific details of her planned suicide [1]. With recent improve

Authored by: Grace Liu Art by: Kain Wang Following an arduous pregnancy, many families eagerly anticipate the birth of their child with expectations of joy and fulfillment. Yet for nearly one in five healthy mothers, this period can become isolating and overshadowed by the sadness and anxiety that result from postpartum depression (PPD). Maternal PPD, formally defined as a long-lasting depressive episode that emerges within the first few weeks after birth or up to a year late

Authored by: Ellie Altmann Art by: Sandy Kong Growing up, my local news station would play The Bangles’ Manic Monday every Monday morning, with the line “...wish it was Sunday, 'cause that’s my fun day.” Somehow, Canvas notifications seem louder on Sundays, which is hardly considered fun for most students. Sunlight streams through dorm windows with the weekend still technically intact, yet thoughts of the week ahead quietly begin to take over. By the afternoon, the change is

Authored by: Samantha Truong Art by: Priscilla Liu Many people utilize the popular social media app, TikTok, going to the app for everything from cooking advice, to get-ready-with-me’s, and even therapy. There is a side of TikTok referred to as TherapyTok, where many individuals go to seek relationship help or just as a relief and comfort that they are not alone in their struggles. These free videos can be beneficial for users of all ages experiencing symptoms of unknown cond

Authored by: Hanni Yang Art by: Rachel Jacob Good mental health is important for students to succeed whether it’s academically, build strong relationships, or to navigate the challenges. Without it, students may be struggling with concentration, decision-making, and overall well-being, which can affect their grades, social life, and long-term health. Peer pressure, scholastic pressure, and the fact that they are away from home can all make it more difficult for college studen

Authored by: Ellie Altmann Art by: Camille Parisot Before writing this article, I turned to my infallible friend Google and searched: “What is a healthy lifestyle?” Thanks to the AI Overview feature, I was instantly presented with a neatly bulleted blueprint: 1) eat a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fat; 2) exercise regularly for at least 150 minutes a week; 3) get 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night; 4) manage stress through yoga, meditatio

Authored by: Carla Hu Art by: Julia Chen Who watches more TV, young adults or older adults? Surprisingly, older adults spend three times more of their waking time watching TV than young adults [1]. This is about an average of 6.4 hours a day spent watching television [2]. Despite the high consumer spending and media consumption of older adults on movies and television, older adults are often not well represented in media. A recent survey by AARP found that only 7% of responde

Authored by: Caitlin Wang Art by: Carol Zhang Have you ever heard someone say, "I'm so OCD!" when referring to the fact that they like to keep their bedroom organized, clothes color-coordinated, or schedule in order? While it may be easy to brush past these kinds of comments, it is crucial to understand that obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is not a synonym for being organized or a perfectionist. The way in which OCD – and even other mental health disorders such as PTSD an

Authored by: Autumn Tienauchariya Art by: Chloe Lee In recent years, increasing attention has been paid to the connection between creativity and mental health, particularly among children with developmental disabilities. Yet, despite mounting evidence of its benefits, art therapy remains underfunded and inconsistently integrated into special education. This discrepancy reflects a deeper inequality: the devaluation of creative therapies compared to traditional clinical interve

Authored by: Shriya Mehta Art by: Amber Briscoe Access to mental health care is rapidly becoming a digital privilege, locked behind...

Authored By: Maia Phillips Art By: Eileen Cho Are you tired? “High cortisol.” Do you have brain fog? “Lower your cortisol levels.”...

Authored by: Saki Kuramoto Art by: Eileen Cho "She is just shy. Give it time, and she will grow out of it.” That was what everyone else...

Authored by: Sarah Khan Burnout in physicians has been rapidly growing, with critical implications on the health of providers as well as...