A new survey finds about half of U.S. adults under 50 get health information from social media influencers or podcasts. The analysis by the Pew Research Center of nearly 7,000 influencers also found less than half described themselves as healthcare professionals. Experts say the key to being a smart consumer of health content is to look for credentials, think twice when people speak in absolutes, follow the influencer money and confirm with a trusted health professional before acting on anything you see online.

There is a long-running discussion about the role that religion can play in enhancing personal well-being and lowering the risk of mental health problems. A positive view of religious faith’s relation to mental health is shared by several prominent U.S. organizations, including the National Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health America. The American Psychological Association takes a nuanced approach, citing the vast variety of religious and spiritual beliefs and practices. It evokes the capacity of religion and spirituality “to do both good and harm.”

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FILE - Members of St. Moses the Black Orthodox Church worship together during service on Nov. 9, 2025, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Jessie Wardarski, File)

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FILE - People partake in a sound bath at Temple Emanuel, Dec. 6, 2025, in Beverly Hills, Calif. (AP Photo/Allison Dinner, File)

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FILE - Angel Sanchez worships at 2819 Church on Nov. 16, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Jessie Wardarski, File)