Health If you want more happiness in your life, ask yourself this simple question Gretchen Rubin, host of the Happier podcast, explains the secret to happiness — and why knowing your personality type can help you make better decisions about what can bring you more joy. Marielle Segarra Sam Yellowhorse Kesler Play AudioListen 21 mins
Politics Trump's policies are destabilizing mental health care for veterans, sources say The Department of Veterans Affairs is one of the largest providers of mental health care in the U.S. Its integrated care model means patients are already feeling the cuts and changes that are underway. Katia Riddle
Mental Health VA patients feel the cuts to mental health care, as thousands more layoffs loom The Department of Veterans Affairs is forecasting tens of thousands of job cuts in the near future. Patients at the VA say the threat to their care is damaging their mental health. Katia Riddle Play AudioListen 4 mins
Health More Black teens are in mental health crisis. This church tries to help them heal At First Corinthian Baptist Church in Harlem, New York, a therapist was fielding 10 calls a week from parents of teens who needed mental health help. Now the church is part of a national pilot intervention and study to address suicide risk among Black teens. Katia Riddle
Arts & Life Not sure where to go next in life? These journal prompts can help you figure it out Whether you're thinking about starting a new career or moving to a different city, these exercises can help you make hard decisions with more confidence and clarity. Adwoa Gyimah-Brempong Play AudioListen 20 mins
Mental Health An ocean conservation group offers 'mission therapy' to veterans who miss the service A group called Force Blue, which does ocean conservation work, is providing what they call "mission therapy" to veterans who miss the camaraderie and the sense of purpose of service. Quil Lawrence Play AudioListen 8 mins
Politics Mental health issues ripple through the federal workforce with firings The way the terminations have been carried out will undermine the efficiency and productivity of workers left behind, expert says. Katia Riddle Play AudioListen 5 mins
Arts & Life 9 pieces of advice to help you navigate the ups and downs of romance Sex and relationship experts share wise words of wisdom on love's thorniest topics, including what to do if a partner cheats and how to talk to your partner about your sex life. Malaka Gharib
Politics Health care is key for youths getting out of prison. A new law helps them get it It's common for young people leaving jails and prisons to end up back behind bars, often after lapses related to untreated mental illness or substance abuse. A new law will help them get Medicaid. Renuka Rayasam
Health You have more control over your emotions than you think In his new book, Shift, psychologist and neuroscientist Ethan Kross busts common assumptions about how to manage big feelings and explains why it's OK sometimes to avoid them for a while. Marielle Segarra Malaka Gharib Play AudioListen 22 mins
