Angela Myers
Chicago
Journalist, tech fan & Howard U alumna w/pedal-to-the-metal enthusiasm for life
Articles by Angela Myers
Strongest Natural Sleep Aid: What Works-And What to Skip
Medically reviewed by Patricia Weiser, PharmD and Shelby Harris, PsyD, DBSM Prescription sleeping pills can help you fall asleep, but they come with a long list of potential side effects. For many people, natural supplements feel like a safer alternative. But what is the strongest natural sleep aid? While we’d love to provide a direct answer, the best sleep aid depends on your individual needs.
Anxiety at Night: Why It Happens and How to Calm It
Medically reviewed by Jared Meacham, PhD, RD, CSCS and Patricia Weiser, PharmD There’s nothing worse than being exhausted after a long day, only to lay down and have your anxiety go into overdrive. Here’s why anxiety at night happens and some ways to put your mind (and body) at ease.
Use it or lose it: How to spend your FSA on therapy before year-end
Posted 12/8/25 Thriveworks reports FSAs can cover therapy costs if deemed medically necessary, helping users save 15% to 25% on expenses before year-end. This item is available in full to subscribers. E-mail Password Print and web subscribers If you're a print and web subscriber, but do not yet have an online account, click here to create one. Non-subscribers Click here to see your options for becoming a subscriber.
Use it or lose it: How to spend your FSA on therapy before year-end
If you have money sitting in your FSA, the clock is ticking. Most plans have a “use it or lose it” policy, meaning unused funds disappear at year-end. Therapy is an eligible expense, and even if you’re starting from scratch, you could fit in two to four sessions before most year-end deadlines, depending on provider availability.
Use it or lose it: How to spend your FSA on therapy before year-end
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Use it or lose it: How to spend your FSA on therapy before year-end
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Use it or lose it: How to spend your FSA on therapy before year-end
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Gluteal Tendinopathy & Bursitis
It’s easy to write off aches and pains as inevitable signs of aging, but for many women in menopause, hip pain is a treatable condition related to declines in estrogen.
Functional freeze explained: Why you’re exhausted, disconnected, and still getting things done
You’re crushing work deadlines and leading Zoom meetings with ease, but when it comes time to decide on dinner, you freeze. Or maybe you can easily make it through a jam-packed work trip, but as soon as you have a weekend to yourself, you scroll TikTok or rewatch Schitt’s Creek for the third time instead of completing the art project you’ve put off for months.
Functional freeze explained: Why you’re exhausted, disconnected, and still getting things done
Functional freeze explained: Why you’re exhausted, disconnected, and still getting things done You’re crushing work deadlines and leading Zoom meetings with ease, but when it comes time to decide on dinner, you freeze. Or maybe you can easily make it through a jam-packed work trip, but as soon as you have a weekend to yourself, you scroll TikTok or rewatch Schitt’s Creek for the third time instead of completing the art project you’ve put off for months.
Functional freeze explained: Why you’re exhausted, disconnected, and still getting things done
You’re crushing work deadlines and leading Zoom meetings with ease, but when it comes time to decide on dinner, you freeze. Or maybe you can easily make it through a jam-packed work trip, but as soon as you have a weekend to yourself, you scroll TikTok or rewatch Schitt’s Creek for the third time instead of completing the art project you’ve put off for months.
Functional freeze explained: Why you’re exhausted, disconnected, and still getting things done
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Why Does My Body Get So Hot At Night During Menopause?
You’re dreaming of floating in the Mediterranean, waves lapping against your skin—only to wake up drenched, tangled in sweat-soaked sheets. Overheating at night is no Italian vacation. It’s disruptive and uncomfortable, and if it happens too often, it can leave you exhausted and desperate for answers. The most common reason women get so hot at night in midlife is hormonal shifts linked to perimenopause and menopause.
Causes and Treatments
Picture it: You’re lying in bed, staring into the dark, trying to quiet racing thoughts and to-dos nagging your brain. If you found this article in the middle of yet another anxiety-filled, restless night, you’re not alone—especially if you’re in perimenopause. Hormonal shifts can crank up perimenopause anxiety at night, making it nearly impossible to wind down, no matter how many deep breaths or sleep hygiene tips you try. (Avoid your phone?
I moved from the US to the UK and saw an immediate change in my health. I had less stress, my acne vanished, and I lost my sweet tooth.
Although I was flooded with healthy living advice at work, staying healthy seemed impossible. Walking enough, battling stress, and avoiding sugar was a constant uphill battle in the US. Then, I moved to a small town in the UK, my acne cleared, and my stress and sweet tooth vanished. As a health writer living in the United States, I was all too aware of the healthy habits we should adopt: stress less, walk more, spend time outside, and eat more whole foods.
5 Most Affordable Online Therapy Options In 2024
There are several affordable therapy options for various concerns and financial needs. Here are some commonly accessible outlets: Telehealth and Mobile Apps Telehealth, text therapy and mobile app interfaces are becoming increasingly popular forms of mental health care.
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