Mental Health Press & Media
I contribute expert commentary on the latest mental health topics and news to leading publications with millions of monthly readers.
WebMD
Regular blog contributor to WebMD’s bipolar blog. I write stories about navigating daily life with bipolar disorder. My goal is to provide relatable, evidence-based information.
TIME
Quoted in TIME on habit-building, motivation, and making exercise routines more engaging through an interval walking trend called Japanese Walking.
“It [Japanese walking] makes walking more interesting, less boring, and more motivating.” - Emily Mendez
Healthline
Featured in Healthline discussing how the brain responds to predictable sensory input, and why sounds like rainfall can reduce anxiety and promote relaxation.
“Rain has a regular, predictable pattern,” says Emily Mendez, MS, EdS. “Our brain processes it as a calming, non-threatening noise.
Verywellmind
Featured in Verywellmind about how time perception and personality can influence punctuality and daily functioning.
When my mood is low, I tend to feel guilty and stressed about frequently running late,” she says. “This leads to a lot of self-blame.”