Pain psychology: Treatment for chronic pain
Medically reviewed by Julie Dodson, MA, LCSW and Nikki Ciletti, M.Ed, LPC Updated March 6th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team Key takeaways Chronic pain is not just a purely physical ...
Heritage as a compass: Navigating modern challenges with indigenous wisdom Preserving Identity, Empowering Generations
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction: Heritage as Identity, Not Just History Heritage is more than a record of the past—it is the living identity of a people. For Indigenous ...
Social obligations and health
By Penelope A. Domogo, MD One time, I visited an older friend in their house. When she retired as a teacher, her children told her that now she is free ...
Raising independent teenagers: How to let go while staying connected
Medically reviewed by Melissa Guarnaccia, LCSW Updated May 12th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team Parenting can come with unique challenges at each stage of your child’s life, but the transition ...
Strong family clan build a resilient future Preserving Heritage, Empowering Generations
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction In the heart of the Cordillera mountains, where the cool winds carried the whispers of ancestral stories and the rugged landscape reflected the enduring ...
Staying Vigilant, Protecting the Cooperative
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Safeguarding Trust, Unity, and Sustainability in Our Communities Introduction Cooperatives have long been pillars of community development, providing members with access to resources, fair opportunities, ...
Understanding The impact of financial stress in college students
Medically reviewed by Melissa Guarnaccia, LCSW Updated October 1st, 2025 by BetterHelp Editorial Team College is often portrayed as a transformative experience filled with learning, self-discovery, and new experiences for ...
Keeping Our Heritage Alive, Uniting Our Family Ties
The First Aquellay–Pikpikan Clan Reunion May 16, 2026 | Data, Sabangan, Mountain Province By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Opening Reflections Keeping Our Heritage Alive, Uniting Our Family Ties The Mountain ...
Cellphone Radiation
By Penelope A. Domogo, MD Cellphones are now part of everyday life in both rural and urban communities. They help us stay connected, informed, and productive. But as their use ...
Guardians of trust: The accountability of cooperative leaders
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Trusteeship, Responsibility, and Limited Liability under R.A. 9520 Introduction Leadership in cooperatives is not an ordinary responsibility. Under the Philippine Cooperative Code of 2008 (R.A ...
Digital therapy isn’t the future, it’s the present: How tech is expanding access to mental health support
Updated April 9th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team As telehealth becomes a normalized part of healthcare, digital therapy platforms are helping expand access to mental health support by reducing traditional ...
Heat stroke
By Penelope A. Domogo, MD It’s summer once again and we do feel the heat. Although here in Baguio, the temperature has been cooler than I expected with really cool ...
Why do adults become bullies? A close look at adult bullying behavior
Medically reviewed by Julie Dodson, MA, LCSW and Laura Angers Maddox, NCC, LPC Updated April 13th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team As we mature, society generally expects us to outgrow ...
Cooperative Values in Action: Putting People and Planet First
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction Cooperatives have long been recognized as engines of social solidarity and sustainable development. Rooted in values of selfhelp, democracy, equality, and concern for community, ...
The oil crisis and health
By Penelope A. Domogo, MD Now we again feel how everything in this world is connected. War happens in a land far from our country and we in the whole ...
Moving on from defensiveness in your relationships
Medically reviewed by Nikki Ciletti, M.Ed, LPC Updated March 20th, 2025 by BetterHelp Editorial Team Content warning: Please be advised, the below article might mention trauma-related topics that include abuse ...
Sanang Clan Reunion 2026
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Theme: “Reuniting Roots, Strengthening Bonds, Celebrating Family Legacy” Introduction The Sanang Clan Reunion 2026 was a landmark celebration of family, heritage, and unity. With the ...
Types of love
Medically reviewed by Arianna Williams, LPC, CCTP and Melissa Guarnaccia, LCSW Updated May 7th, 2025 by BetterHelp Editorial Team The meaning of the words "I love you" can vary, but ...
