Alison Goldman
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Chicago, IL, United States
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5 Ways to Get Started in Our Deeply-Flawed Mental Health Care System
Even if you don't think you need mental health care help today, you can get started on the logistical details and supporting your family and friends. → Read More
Our Mental Health Care System Has Never Been More Effed
America is on the brink of a mental health crisis, and millions of people aren’t getting the care they need. Here’s what’s going wrong and what you can do. → Read More
Hiring Manager Red Flags — Here’s How to Make Sure Your Potential Boss Isn’t a Monster
Future you thanks you for your service. → Read More
14 Reasons You Can't Get Wet During Sex
If you're wondering "why can't I get wet," there are a few different things that could cause vaginal dryness. Read on for some reasons, plus how to get wet. → Read More
North Andover native Phillip Picardi has a complicated history with religion — so he’s created a podcast about it
The gay journalist reckons with growing up Catholic on « Unholier Than Thou. » → Read More
Is It Safe To Leave Hand Sanitizer In The Car? An Expert Weighs In
Can hand sanitizer catch fire in a hot car? Facebook posts sparked fears that alcohol-based ones are dangerous due to flammability. Here, an expert clarifies. → Read More
What Are Resveratrol Supplements—And Do They Have Any Health Benefits?
Resveratrol is touted as an anti-aging substance that can also aid weight loss. Here, an expert shares if resveratrol supplements really work, as well as safety. → Read More
Does Hand Sanitizer Weaken Your Immune System? A Doctor Weighs In
Some people worry that using hand sanitizer all the time is bad for you due to a possibility of developing microbial resistance, but experts say this is untrue. → Read More
How To Interpret Genetic Predisposition For Weight Gain From DNA Kits
DNA test kits like 23andMe and Lose It! can tell if you're predisposed to weight gain. But experts say genetic testing for weight loss purposes isn't helpful. → Read More
So, Your Doctor Isn’t Listening To You. Here Are 4 Effective Ways To Respond
Women face unfair biases in health care that can lead to misdiagnosis. Consider this advice next time you're at the doc to effectively advocate for yourself. → Read More
Women entrepreneurs aim to share what they’ve learned at upcoming summit
Kaity Cimo and Katharine ReQua, the women behind Boston-based retail incubator For Now, will hold an inaugural gathering they're calling the Female Founders Summit. → Read More
Dry January Is Almost Over—But Sober-Curiosity Is A Trend Poised To Last All Year
Dry January may be done but alcohol-free bars, alcohol-free spirits, and mocktail menus are paving the way for a rise in sober-curiosity for 2020 and beyond. → Read More
Newton-raised actress Hari Nef joins Aly Raisman in Aerie’s self-love campaign
Aerie announced its eight new #AerieREAL Role Models on Thursday → Read More
Eight historic Massachusetts wedding venues for your big day
From a country estate with literary pedigree to a grand museum, here are majestic local spots steeped in both history and romance. → Read More
10 questions to ask a wedding venue before you commit
Don’t put down a deposit until you’ve made sure the people running the space have prepared for every possibility. → Read More
Edith Wharton writers-in-residence program names three 2020 recipients
Sue Miller, Patricia Park, and Dayna Tortorici will head to The Mount in March. → Read More
Meet ‘gramping,’ the newest travel trend that has a little something for everyone
On skip-gen trips, grandparents and grandkids leave the middle generation at home. → Read More
How to acquire a taste for foods
There’s a lot that goes into our concept of taste, and sometimes you can even change how you feel about a certain food over time. → Read More
Here’s What to Say to a Friend Who’s Been Sexually Assaulted
Here are five things to do when someone tells you they have been sexually assaulted, and five things to avoid. → Read More
How to pick a honeymoon destination
“If you think you’re going to do constant hikes and mountain trekking, and your husband wants to lay on the beach, you’ll have your first newlywed fight pretty quick,” said travel blogger Amy Hartle. → Read More