After giving birth to her second child, NPR's LA Johnson struggled with scary thoughts that didn't seem to go away. She ...

Anyone who has caught themselves ruminating about the past or worrying about the future knows it’s usually not helpful. Those who are prone to feel high anxiety often struggle with “what if?” thoughts ...

Have you ever had a disturbing thought pop up into your head? Thoughts that are distressing, repetitive and unwanted are called intrusive thoughts. NPR's senior Visuals producer LA Johnson talks with ...

A little bit of overthinking is normal—but if it’s constant, it can contribute to issues like anxiety and depression. Overthinking can be a coping mechanism for stress, anxiety, trauma, low ...

Unlike positive thoughts that inspire us to be better individuals, negative thinking can be detrimental to mental and physical health. Studies have shown that mindfulness is key to a happy and healthy ...

A catastrophizing or "sticky" mind wants to put your worst fears, worries, and future plans on an endless loop. Here's how to deal. The soundtrack to my mind is a never-ending loop of catastrophizing, ...