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Why Does Being Excluded From a Clique as an Adult Sting So Badly?

Whether you were intentionally left out or not, the pain is real.
Sex

How to Have Multiple Orgasms When One Just Isn’t Enough

It’s a marathon, not a sprint.
Shopping

57 Gifts for Moms You Can Buy on Amazon

Quick-shipping presents that range from sentimental to sensible.
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MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS

Depression

Why a Little Trip to a Museum or Concert Can Be So Good for Your Mental Health

In some places, doctors can even "prescribe" art to help with anxiety and depression.
Mental Health

How to Find a Great Therapist You Can Actually Afford

It shouldn’t have to be so hard, but there are things you can do to make it a little easier.
Nervous system

How to Rest, for Real, When You’re a Very Anxious Person

“Just relax.” Okay, but HOW?
Mental Health

How to Tell When It’s Time to Start an Antidepressant

You don’t have to wait until things get “bad enough” to feel better.

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46 Thoughtful Gifts for Every Guy in Your Life

For Father's Day, birthdays, anniversaries, or just because.
Skin Health

Here’s How Much Sunscreen You Actually Need on Your Face

Visualizing a teaspoon of SPF can be tricky. This guide will help you apply the perfect amount.
Eczema

How to Treat an Eczema Rash on Your Face

The skin there needs a little more TLC.
ADHD

Busy Philipps on the Subtle ADHD Symptoms That She Missed For Years

The actor says getting diagnosed in adulthood was a huge relief.
Digestive Health

How Bad Is It to Hold in Your Poop?

Everybody gets shy sometimes—but it’s not a good idea to make a habit of waiting.
Fitness

Should I Worry If My Knees Crackle and Pop When I Squat?

Here’s what physical therapists have to say about this symphony of sounds.

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Heart Disease
6 Signs of Heart Problems Even Young People Should Know
They could be harmless, but they could also be red flags.
Beauty
12 Derm-Approved Moisturizers That'll Hydrate Oily Skin Without Making It Greasy
You can put those blotting papers down now.
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Shopping
67 Practical and Sweet Gifts for Every Type of Mom
Time to repay her for all of the awesome presents she got you over the years.
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Shopping

60 Thoughtful and Useful Gifts to Show Your Mother-in-Law Some Love

None of the cliché stuff—she'll actually use all of these.
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Shopping

74 Fantastic, Non-Boring Gifts for All the Women in Your Life

Whether you’re shopping for Mother’s Day, a birthday, or an anniversary.
Fitness

The Best UPF Clothing So You Don't Burn to a Crisp in the Sun

For hiking, swimming, lounging, and everything in between.
Shopping

The Best Sunscreens for Oily Skin, According to Experts

Stay safe without looking super shiny or breaking out.
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Ask them for advice, sleep in their clothes, and sneak a candy bar into their work bag.
Beauty

Lots of People Swear By Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth. Here’s What the Science Says

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Nutrition

What Is Coconut Kefir, and Can It Really Do Anything for Your Gut Health?

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This illustrated ode to tears will have you reaching for the tissues…and feeling great about it.
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Some of the brand’s longtime fans believe the company has changed its sizing to appeal to tween shoppers.
Food

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