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But she gave birth in March 2020, a time when the world — and with it, many re Steadman-Oladipo struggled with postpartum depression while juggling the new responsibilities of being a stay-at-home mom

2. School of Health and Society, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia

  2 Mar 2026 | By Bonnie Riva Ras This low-effort way to form a habit can make a big difference in your life.

Check Your Mood Day, observed Thursday, Oct. 8, gives people a quick reminder to pause and take a moment to reflect on how they are feeling. The annual event is part of Mental Illness Awareness Week, a national effort to increase understanding about mental health conditions and reassure people that reaching out for help is both normal and necessary. 

This story is from the 2025 issue of Discoveries, a UC San Diego Health Sciences magazine.

Figure 1 Tree metaphor to illustrate how health, wellness, and well-being are interconnected.

The modern cruise vacation is evolving. While travelers once focused primarily on destinations and excursions, today’s guests are increasingly seeking journeys that leave them feeling healthier, more energized, and better balanced than when they embarked.

Research shows that regularly writing down what’s on your mind can help you release emotions and make sense of what’s going on in your life. Journaling also can help improve your relationships with others, lower your blood pressure and decrease symptoms of depression.

When you’re busy, taking care of yourself often falls to the bottom of the to-do list. But a new viral social media trend promises to help you make self-care a habit.

Dr. Christopher Renjilian ’05, a physician with more than a decade of experience in supporting the health, development and resilience of young people, has been selected as William & Mary’s associate vice president for health & wellness.