Self-embedding is an extreme form of self-injury, in which people (typically adolescents) insert objects into their body parts to deliberately hurt themselves or mutilate their bodies without ...

Extending healthspan—the period of life spent free from major diseases—is far more about lifestyle choices than genetics. In addition to the health-related benefits of proper self-care, there are ...

Think ‘treat yourself’ is self-care? Real self-care is keeping promises to yourself—choosing growth over comfort and building ...

Self-affirmations can help increase your self-worth and motivation. With regular practice, you can shift your focus toward your strengths and adapt to new circumstances more easily. Self-affirmation ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...