holidays

Anxiety during the holidays is normal, says USF psychiatrist Dr. Ryan Wagoner. But if it starts affecting your relationships or daily life, it may be time to seek help.

Tampa resident Melissa Malone shares how she first recognized signs of dementia in her mother during the holidays and how she made adjustments to celebrate with her in the years after her diagnosis.

Sobriety is having a moment, says Jessica Jeboult, founder of the website A Sober Girl’s Guide. Want to join the trend? Let's hear from sober coaches, sober bar managers and happily sober people.

Preparation and flexibility are essential strategies when navigating the holiday season with children with autism, says Brittney Rick-Betancourt, director of Little Leaves Behavioral Services in Weston.

Outbreaks of food poisoning tend to rise in November and December. Tainted turkey, undercooked stuffing and germ-laced gravy from holiday buffets have led to past illnesses and even deaths.

When families and friends congregate in small spaces, they will be bringing whatever variants of flu, COVID and other viruses with them.

This is the first Valentine's Day since the U.S. surgeon general issued a public health advisory on loneliness and isolation. Therapists and public health experts see a way out for many doing without romantic love.

Mental health experts say it's OK to not be merry this holiday season if you're struggling with loss. They encourage people to look for small moments of joy.

Joyce Nunn shares her story of family members' interactions with her husband as he struggled with Alzheimer's. It's a circumstance helpline specialists are familiar with.

The discussion features Stephen Ferrara, president of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and Kelly Rojas, a doctor of nursing practice student.