J Balvin Says Meditation Has Helped His Anxiety and Depression

Good News Notes: “It’s funny — there are a lot of things in life that we don’t hesitate to call universal. Sports are universal. Love is universal. And you can trust this kid from Colombia who followed his dream: Music is universal. Even though we each have our own personal experiences with these things, we are…

Kevin Love is donating $500,000 to UCLA for anxiety and depression research

Good News Notes: “Kevin Love is using his All-Star power to support and advocate for stronger mental health research. The Cleveland Cavaliers forward, who has shared his own experiences with panic attacks, depression and anxiety, has committed $500,000 to UCLA’s psychology department to help fund mental health research, the university said in a  news release.”…

How to Help Your Memory When Stress Is Taking Its Toll

Good News Notes: “If you’ve been extra forgetful lately, you are not alone. Chronic stress, as well as anxiety and depression, can cause forgetfulness, confusion and difficulty concentrating. But before you resign yourself to a fate of perpetual lost keys and forgotten names, here are some strategies to help your memory and alleviate the worst of…

Cutting-edge research shows that making art benefits the brain

Good News Notes: “During self-isolation due to coronavirus, many are turning to the arts. Perhaps they seek a creative outlet or opportunity for expression, but it’s also possible that their attraction may be driven by an innate desire to use their brains in ways that make them feel good. As a professor and arts educator for over…