TED Talks
Thomas Curran: Our dangerous obsession with perfectionism is getting worse
Social psychologist Thomas Curran explores how the pressure to be perfect -- in our social media feeds, in school, at work -- is driving a rise in mental illness, especially among young people. Learn more about the causes of this...
TED Talks
Brené Brown: The power of vulnerability
Brené Brown studies human connection -- our ability to empathize, belong, love. In a poignant, funny talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand...
SciShow
4 Common Misconceptions About Antidepressants, Debunked
Mental health is incredibly complex, due in no small part to the complicated interactions of chemicals and neuroreceptors in our brains. Here are four common misconceptions about antidepressants, and what the science behind them actually...
SciShow
How Do You Define A Disorder?
The tremendous complexity of the human brain makes it difficult for psychologists to pin down exactly how and why things go wrong, so how do we define and diagnose disorders?
SciShow
The Truth About the Five Stages of Grief
The Five Stages of Grief show up in media everywhere from The Simpsons to Robot Chicken, but scientists have long been working on better ways to think about grief.
TED Talks
TED: A new way to help young people with their mental health | Tom Osborn
TED Fellow Tom Osborn wants more young people to have access to the mental health support they need. With the Shamiri Institute, he and his team are training 18- to 22-year-olds to deliver evidence-based mental health care to their peers...
TED Talks
TED: Could a drug prevent depression and PTSD? | Rebecca Brachman
The path to better medicine is paved with accidental yet revolutionary discoveries. In this well-told tale of how science happens, neuroscientist Rebecca Brachman shares news of a serendipitous breakthrough treatment that may prevent...
SciShow
Why We Respond to Disasters with Altruism
The idea that humans react to disasters by losing control and acting selfishly is all too prevalent, especially in movies and television. But recent studies on altruism may provide evidence that this isn’t always the case, and this...
SciShow
Oceans on Saturn's Moon Enceladus!
NASA's Cassini spacecraft has detected a huge ocean under the surface of Saturn's moon Enceladus. But how? And what does it really mean? Hank lays out the data -- straight from space to your brain!
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: 4 signs of emotional abuse | Viann Nguyen-Feng
Emotional abuse can be incredibly damaging, increasing a person's chances of developing depression and anxiety. But these behaviors can be subtle and difficult to spot, both from within and outside a relationship. It also often makes...
TED Talks
TED: There's no shame in taking care of your mental health | Sangu Delle
When stress got to be too much for TED Fellow Sangu Delle, he had to confront his own deep prejudice: that men shouldn't take care of their mental health. In a personal talk, Delle shares how he learned to handle anxiety in a society...
SciShow
Codependency When Relationships Become Everything
Interpersonal relationships are important to humans, but there are also times when these relationships can be unhealthy.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What is bipolar disorder? - Helen M. Farrell
The word bipolar means 'two extremes.' For the many millions experiencing bipolar disorder around the world, life is split between two different realities: elation and depression. So what causes this disorder? And can it be treated?...
Crash Course
Depressive and Bipolar Disorders: Crash Course Psychology
Not sleeping for days on end. Long periods of euphoria. Racing thoughts. Grandiose ideas. Mania. Depression. All of these are symptoms of Bipolar Disorder. In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank talks about mood disorders and...
Crash Course
Emotion, Stress and Health: Crash Course Psychology
So, it turns out we have an easy time reading emotions in facial expressions, but emotions can straight up kill us! In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank discusses stress, emotions, and their overall impact on our health. --...
Wonderscape
Supporting Loved Ones Through Depression: Practical Tips and Encouragement
New ReviewSocial-Emotional Learning My Well Being_ Are You Depressed V1-0004 This video provides practical tips on how to support loved ones experiencing depression. It emphasizes the importance of kindness, empathy, and listening without...
Wonderscape
Navigating Depression: Seeking Help and Finding Hope
New ReviewSocial-Emotional Learning My Well Being_ Are You Depressed V1-0003 This video provides guidance on seeking help for depression, including consulting a medical professional for diagnosis and treatment options such as therapy and...
Wonderscape
Understanding Depression: From Ancient Beliefs to Modern Treatments
New ReviewSocial-Emotional Learning My Well Being_ Are You Depressed V1-0002 This video provides a historical overview of how the understanding of depression has evolved over time, from ancient beliefs of possession to modern scientific...
Wonderscape
Understanding Sadness vs. Depression: A Guide to Mental Health Awareness
New ReviewSocial-Emotional Learning My Well Being_ Are You Depressed V1-0001 This video explores the distinction between sadness and depression, highlighting the natural cycle of emotions humans experience. It emphasizes the importance of...
Curated Video
Why Am I Unhappy? A Scientific Perspective on Well-Being
New ReviewThe 5 Biggest Reasons You Are Unhappy? 5). You are focused on the future and the past, rather than the present. In your daily thoughts, are you dwelling on past failures, or how things could have been. you could have been somebody, you...
Curated Video
Anonymous Authors Of Love Letters Uplift The Lonely
While it is exciting to see the bold type of a newly arrived email from an old friend or the pulsing dots of a long awaited text, there is still something special about the arrival of a hand written, stamped envelope in your home...
Curated Video
NFL Player Mentors Kid Dealing With Mom's Cancer
For families with a member who is battling cancer, life can seem lonely. The trials and tribulations of such a scary disease can be very intense—how could anyone who hasn't gone through them understand? Walk With Sally is an organization...
Curated Video
Community Organization Fueled By Kindness And Causes - Depression Awareness
Have you ever had a moment when you felt you just couldn’t go on? Home, job, relationship… all in tatters? Bree Pear faced this moment. She struggled with ways to face her adversity, and eventually found a way forward to a better place....
Curated Video
Boy Honors Dad By Raising Money For Suicide Prevention
Shane Boylan was just 10-years-old when his father took his life, ending his battle with depression and alcoholism in January 2016. In his wake, he left behind a devastated family. His wife Aanika explained to her children that their dad...