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Explicit deepfakes are traumatic. How to deal with the pain.
The fake imagery upends victims' lives, but healing is possible.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Your mental health coach is ready to text you now
Don't want to see a therapist? A mental health coach might be for you.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Loneliness isn't only a teen or adult problem. Little kids feel it, too.
Why screens may play a role in loneliness among young girls.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Get a Google Pixel watch for less than $200 at Amazon
Track your steps, heart rate, and more.
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Amazon's serving up pickleball paddle deals just in time for spring
Here's everything you need to get started.
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Stop scrolling so much. Try these rituals instead.
Want meaningful practices that help lower your screen time? Try creating some 'emodiversity.'
By Rebecca Ruiz
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California paid millions to access a mental health app. It wasn't safe for users.
The failure to disclose what happened with 7 Cups raises big questions about emotional support apps.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Why online child exploitation is so hard to fight
Predators can weaponize social media platforms against vulnerable youth.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Teens who talk about their mental health on this app may be taking a big risk
Vulnerable teens may be targeted by predators.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Talking to someone online for emotional support may be riskier than you realize
These platforms promise to connect users to a compassionate listener, but the reality is far more complex.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Emotional support platform 7 Cups beset by trolls
People go to 7 Cups to get emotional support, but some find themselves to be targets instead.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Amazon's Big Spring Sale is full of fitness tracker deals — here are the best ones
Time to start getting your steps in.
By Dylan Haas
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Get Peloton bikes, Guides, and more for up to 51% off at Amazon
Get ready to clip in.
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Score the Fitbit Ace 3 for kids for less than $40 at Amazon
Help your kiddo build healthy habits with a new Fitbit.
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Score the Apple Watch Series 7 for its new lowest price yet at Amazon
Best Apple Watch Deal: Save on the Apple Watch Series 7 at Amazon
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Get the Jillian Michaels fitness app for life for only $150
Get access to 1,000+ workouts, tons of meal plans, and more.
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Samsung Galaxy Ring will track your sleep and 'vitality' levels
A new entry into Samsung's ecosystem of wearables.
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Outsmart the upcoming time change with a Philips SmartSleep Wake-up Light
Wake up with a sunrise simulation for better sleep and a better mood.
By Jillian Anthony
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OnePlus teases Watch 2, wants to 'do it right' this time
OnePlus is probably bringing a new watch to MWC.
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TikTok and Instagram 'diet' tips to avoid
Be wary of influencers and creators who give this advice.
By Rebecca Ruiz
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Take up to $100 off Therabody devices and celebrate self-love this Valentine's Day
Treat yourself (or someone special) to a little self-care.
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Rest easy with the best Presidents' Day mattress sales, from Nectar to Casper
Get a good night's sleep without breaking the bank.
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