
Samantha Raphelson is an associate producer for Here & Now, based at NPR in Washington, D.C.
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How music therapy can help mental and physical health
Music therapy can benefit patients with stress, anxiety and Alzheimer’s disease.

Not sleeping well? Try developing morning and bedtime routines
According to the American Psychiatric Association, more than 30% of Americans say their sleep quality is poor or they aren’t getting enough sleep each night.

What to know about adult-diagnosed ADHD
More than 15 million American adults say they have ADHD, and about half of them received their diagnoses as adults.

'Horrible, horrible mistake': Sen. Tim Kaine on potential U.S. involvement in Iran-Israel conflict
Sen. Tim Kaine introduced a resolution that would require approval from Congress before the U.S. military could get involved in a conflict with Iran.

Poet laureate reflects on 10 years since Charleston church shooting
Ten years ago, a gunman opened fire and killed nine parishioners at Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church.
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How better arguments can strengthen relationships
At least one study found that the happiest couples didn’t argue less, but they argued better.

'You Gotta Eat' shares tips for getting back into the kitchen
For some people, stress, anxiety and depression lead to undereating.

How art therapy helps the brain
Drawing, painting or sculpting with clay can have major benefits for our mental well-being and help reduce anxiety and stress.

How to cope with chronic pain
People who suffer from chronic pain are more likely to develop mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and substance use disorders.

How to overcome burnout
If you wake up every morning feeling exhausted, can’t focus at work or get irritable every time you hear the ping of your Slack messages go off, you may be...