Mental health

A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of Mental health.

Video playlists about Mental health

The most popular talks of 2019

19 talks • 4h 22m
Which TED Talks were watched most in 2019? These talks reflect a year defined by fighting for what's right, believing in the good despite all the bad, supporting others and yourself -- and hoping for the best in the decade to come.

How perfectionism fails us

4 talks • 46:27
Why it's best to celebrate the little wins and imperfect moments alongside the big successes to combat our fear of failure.

Surprisingly fun TED Talks

7 talks • 1h 32m
A delightful selection of TED Talks that may disarm you with their charm — and even make you laugh.

How to practice emotional first aid

10 talks • 2h 6m
Handy TED Talks for when you (or a loved one) need help recovering from an emotional hit.

Talks about Mental health

9:43

Leslie Herod

What if mental health workers responded to emergency calls?

Posted Mar 2021
11:08

Jessica Woods

How to avoid catching prickly emotions from other people

Posted Jan 2021
11:17

Kathy Mendias

The mood-boosting power of crying

Posted Nov 2020
13:28

Kristin Jones

Why children stay silent following sexual violence

Posted Oct 2020
8:34

YeYoon Kim

What kids can teach adults about asking for help

Posted Oct 2020
14:09

Frederick Streeter Barrett

The neuroscience of psychedelic drugs, music and nostalgia

Posted Oct 2020
15:53

Shekinah Elmore

The courage to live with radical uncertainty

Posted Jul 2020
7:47

Shantell Martin

How drawing can set you free

Posted Jun 2020
15:19

Anne Marie Albano

How to raise kids who can overcome anxiety

Posted May 2020
8:53

Charles P. Smith

How the US can address the tragedy of veteran suicide

Posted May 2020
7:24

Hailey Hardcastle

Why students should have mental health days

Posted May 2020
9:44

Laurel Braitman

The mental health benefits of storytelling for health care workers

Posted May 2020
50:10

Priya Parker

How to create meaningful connections while apart

Posted Mar 2020
12:59

Kay M. Tye

What investigating neural pathways can reveal about mental health

Posted Mar 2020
13:57

Renée Lertzman

How to turn climate anxiety into action

Posted Mar 2020
15:20

Lisa Godwin

How teachers can help students navigate trauma

Posted Feb 2020
See all 94 talks on Mental health

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