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Carolyn de Lorenzo

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Bio
Carolyn is a lifestyle news and wellness writer. Beats covered also include social justice, mindfulness, and mental health — with an emphasis on trauma, traumatic stress disorders, and resilience. Also a contributor to Grow from Acorns and SheKnows Media, Carolyn is a freelance writer and editor with a roster of blogging and copywriting clients. With a background in social work and the performing arts, she's a graduate of the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). She completed LAMDA's professional post-graduate program in Shakespeare following her undergraduate studies at Portland State University. When not drafting her latest article, poem, or blog post, Carolyn is most likely hanging out with her adorable dachshund, doing yoga, or brushing up on her current language crush via Duolingo. Cooking and learning guitar are also favorite things.

A New CA Law Will Make Abortion Access Easier

As abortion and other reproductive health service access decreases thanks to budget cuts and restrictive legislation, a new California law has just sought to make abortion access far easier. On Oct. 11, Governor Gavin Newsom signed the College…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

There’s A Genetic Reason Why Some People Need Barely Any Sleep, A New Study Says

If you’re anything like me, then sleeping less than seven or eight hours can lead to minor existential crisis the next day. Not getting enough rest can make you mentally foggy, and may leave you feeling moody, cranky, and just off overall. Unlike…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

The Psychological Reason People Are Jerks To Vegans

As someone with celiac disease and a slew of necessary dietary restrictions, I can tell you that navigating the world of normative eating can be challenging, to say the least. Food choices are intricately linked to tradition, comfort, and pleasure,…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Here’s How Many Millennials Would Leave A Job For Mental Health Reasons

Work stress can make navigating mental health issues much more complicated than they might be otherwise. If you manage a mental illness, such as depression or anxiety, then you know your work environment can make a huge difference in how well you…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

A Huge New Study Shut Down These Safety Myths About Antidepressants

If you manage depression, you might have questions about how safe antidepressant medications are. While potential side effects are something to consider and discuss with your doctor, new research says that antidepressants are generally safe. Up to…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Instagram’s Newest Feature Lets You Shut Down Bullying On Your Profile 

Instagram just launched a new anti-bullying feature that lets account owners block offensive language on posts. In an effort to boost online safety and curb cyberbullying, the social media platform has been testing the feature, called Restrict,…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

A Woman Is In A Coma After Using Tainted Skin Cream — Here’s What You Should Know

A California woman has been in a semi-comatose state since July as a result of exposure to contaminated skin cream, NBC News reports. The skin cream was tainted with methylmercury, NBC says, which is an especially toxic form of mercury. The…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

This Free Quiz Can Help You Figure Out Exactly How You Get Stressed — And How To Manage It

Learning effective stress management is integral to staying healthy, mentally well, and happy. Everyone is different when it comes to how stress impacts them, and not all stress is a bad thing. But chronic stress is different. When your stress…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Lefties May Have Stronger Language Skills & Be More Sensitive Than Righties, A New Study Says

While not a left-handed gal myself, I’m the first to admit that you all are an admirable lot. While you might already know that you’re a wonderful genius if left-handedness is among your personal traits, new research shows that science pretty much…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

New Research Says Vaping Might Mess With Fertility — Here’s What You Should Know

If you’re a person with a uterus and plan to get pregnant at some point, avoiding e-cigarettes may be crucial for successfully conceiving, new research says. Published in the Oxford Academic Journal of the Endocrine Society, the new study shows that…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

9 Signs You've Ignored Your Mental Health For Too Long

If you tend to just power through life’s inevitable difficulties, then you probably know how to get things done. But sometimes, this behavior can make it easy to ignore your own emotional or psychological distress. Addressing your emotions, thought…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Literally Any Kind Of Exercise Can Help You Live Longer, New Research Says

If you’re new to working out, you might find the idea of starting an exercise routine daunting. And while it can feel tempting to skip the gym and stream Netflix instead, new research shows that even light physical activity can help increase your…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

6 Ways To Avoid Microplastics, Because Research Shows They’re Everywhere

Microplastics are small bits of plastic that end up in our waterways worldwide. Plastic debris from discarded industrial plastic products, from old water bottles to shampoo containers, is a major source of global pollution, the National Oceanic and…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

The Counterintuitive Way Stress & Anxiety Can Be GOOD For You, According To Researchers

Anxiety disorders are a major mental health issue and can interfere with your quality of life in deeply frustrating ways. While both chronic stress and anxiety can be harmful if they go unaddressed for a long time, experiencing some stress and…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Making These 2 Small Changes During The Day Can Help You Sleep Better At Night

When it comes to getting great sleep at night, body clock schedules can vary. You might be wide awake at the break of dawn each day, or maybe you get a boost of energy in the wee hours of the night. While there’s no perfect sleep formula that works…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

The FDA Is Investigating Over 100 Reports Of Seizures Possibly Linked To Vaping

Some e-cigarette users are having seizures after use, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says. The federal agency is investigating 127 reports of seizures linked to e-cigarettes (also called vapes), Forbes writes. The FDA first issued a…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

A Therapist Reveals How To Tell If You Have Burnout Syndrome & What To Do

No matter how much you love your job (and especially if you don’t) burnout can happen when the effects of cumulative stress become harmful to your well-being. If you’re burned out, you probably feel chronically exhausted, and your mood can be…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Millennials Might Be “The Loneliest Generation” — But Here’s What Can Help

There’s a fine line between regularly enjoying time alone and feeling isolated or lonely. Even if you’re a solitude-loving introvert, engaging in meaningful ways with people you care about is a key component to maintaining your well-being and mental…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Depression Can Be Literally, Physically Painful, According To A New Study

If you’ve ever felt the overwhelming sadness, hopelessness, or pessimism that depression can cause, then no one needs to tell you that depression is psychologically and emotionally painful. But new research says that depression can be literally,…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo

Selma Blair Shared A New Instagram Post Saying She’ll Be Immunocompromised For 3 Months

In a recent Instagram post, actor Selma Blair revealed that her multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments will leave her immunocompromised for the time being. The star candidly discloses her MS experience with fans on social media, and doesn’t shy away…
By Carolyn de Lorenzo