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Science-Based Ways to Improve Mental Health and Well-Being

Greater Good Magazine from UC Berkeley shares research on mental health and happiness. The site covers topics like how psychedelic therapy might help depression, why donating a kidney can improve your own health, and simple ways to feel more loved. Articles explore practices like qigong meditation, self-compassion, and forgiveness that science shows can reduce stress and improve well-being. The magazine translates complex research into practical tips anyone can use. Topics include managing anxiety, finding life purpose, building better relationships, and aging well. All content is based on scientific studies from universities and research centers. The goal is helping people live more meaningful, happier lives using proven strategies from psychology and neuroscience research.

greatergood.berkeley.eduMar 14

Organizations

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UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley pushes the boundaries of knowledge, challenges convention and expands opportunity to create the leaders of tomorrow.

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Center on Health Insurance Reforms (CHIR) - Georgetown University

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Ford Foundation

Works to reduce poverty, injustice, and inequality with active grantmaking in Texas.

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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Nation's largest philanthropy dedicated to health equity.

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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

World's largest private foundation with U.S. education programs in Houston.

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Cullen Foundation

Supports charitable, educational, and healthcare organizations in the greater Houston area.

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Services

Free and low-cost help available right now

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12 Steps to Mental Immunity Workshop

This workshop teaches you 12 steps to think clearly and avoid bad ideas that might hurt you. CIRCE will come to your school or group to teach these helpful thinking skills.

· Houston

IMPROVment Method Movement Classes

These special dance and movement classes help people of all ages stay healthy in their body and mind. You can move however feels good to music - there are no wrong moves! The classes are especially helpful for people with brain conditions and help everyone with balance and staying sharp.

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Affordable Mental Health Counseling

Get help from caring therapists who speak English and Spanish. They help people feel better when they're worried, sad, or having problems with family.

· Houston

Clarion AI - Conversation Analysis Tool for Professionals

This computer tool uses smart technology to help counselors and coaches understand their conversations with people better. It listens to recorded talks and gives tips on how to communicate in ways that help people feel better and have stronger relationships.

· Houston

AldeaDeFamilias Support Groups

Free weekly meetings where men and women can make new friends and help each other with stress, relationships, and staying healthy. Men meet on Wednesdays and women meet on Fridays in a safe, welcoming place.

· Hammonton

All Grants Fund Donations

You can donate money to help sick people in poor countries get medicine and vaccines they need. Your donation helps prevent diseases like malaria and helps doctors treat people who are sick.

· Houston