Making It Better

Tips to restore your mind, body and spirit in minutes.
Research shows that for big decisions, two (or three, four or more) heads may be better than one.
Learn how floating in saltwater can ease pain.
Use the Power of Your Mind to Ease Pain and Stress
How visualizing better health may help you acheive it.
Making music can make you feel good. Also, learn how to sing your way to a snore-free night.
Safe moves for getting in and out of your car.
Change Your Mind, Change Your Life
You know making changes can boost your mood and your health. Why, then, is change so darn hard? Plus: Meet three people with arthritis who are making changes, and follow their progress at Arthritis Today's new Achieving Change blog.

Recognize negative behavior and keep yourself healthy.
Sharing a good chuckle with a loved one or co-worker not only feels good, it is good for you.
Take Control of Your Happiness
Recent research has found that making an effort to be more assertive and energetic may make you happier.
When Stress Flares
Stress can exacerbate arthritis pain, as well as other conditions harmful to your health. Chill out and feel better now.
Ward Off Depression
When you feel depressed, it's crucial to get help early. Try these methods to turn your mood around.
When to See a Doctor for Depression
Learn how to recognize the difference between the blues and depression.
Escape Therapy
Methods to unwind when you're feeling anxious
Light Therapy Helps Ease Depression
What works for seasonal affective disorder may also help other forms of depression.

Websites that cater to those with chronic illnesses.
Are you a lone wolf living the life of a social butterfly? Take our quiz and find out, plus learn why you don't have to be the life of the party to feel good.
A chronic condition like arthritis can require a lifetime of treatment. That's why you need a doctor who meets your needs.
Why telling little white lies can hurt your health.
Fun with Grandkids
Creative ways to have fun with the grandchildren while minimizing physical discomfort.
Don’t let chronic illness become a wedge between you and your spouse. Health professionals offer these tips.
Marriage and Chronic Illness: A Couple's Story
From sickness to health
Tips for healthy parenting
Making sure kids stay healthy when helping out
"I Found a Doctor I Can Trust"
One woman's journey to finding Dr. Right
Forgiveness Boosts Health
Forgiveness is not only a virtue, it’s a health-booster, too.
Single and Thriving with Arthritis
Facing arthritis on your own takes a delicate balance of independence and a little help from your friends.
Simple Solutions

Tools to turn tough kitchen tasks into simple jobs, even for painful joints
Where to find help with sore joints make it hard to care for your furry friends.
Raise Gardening to a Higher Level
Tips to lift your garden off the ground for easy reach.
The best bet for sandals.
What to look for when shopping for sunglasses.
Seven Shortcuts to a Clean House
Cut corners without sacrificing cleanliness.
Turn your tough cleaning to-do list into safe tasks with the right tools and techniques.
Whip up meals with less effort, and in less time, using these unconventional cookers.
New features make them easier than ever to use.
Take the hassle out of getting ready in the morning.
Learn how to stay warm with innovative and time-tested techniques.
Make your weekly trip (almost) a breeze
How to keep your luggage light
Get Mail Delivered to Your Doorstep
If getting to your mailbox is taxing, you may qualify for U.S. Postal Service hardship delivery. Here’s how to apply.
Big housecleaning jobs don’t have to mean sore joints or physical exhaustion.
A beautiful garden is in your grasp, even if you have arthritis.
A little creativity and adaptation can make playtime good again.
Make Your Bed
Try these tips to make the task a little easier.
How to Get In and Out of a Car
Apply a few tips and techniques to make easing in and out of your car simpler.
Sunscreen Made Simple
Give yourself a hand when it's time to spread on the sun protection.
Picking the Right Pillow
Properly supported joints can help you sleep soundly.
Kitchen gizmos and gadgets make creating holiday confections easier.
How to make and present a plan that will benefit you and your employer