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Latina youth experience disproportionately high rates of depression and suicidal thoughts, yet many face barriers to accessing culturally relevant mental health support. Our new Healthy Living article explores how faith, family, and movement can work together to support emotional well-being in ways that honor cultural values and community traditions. Read more: sbm.org/healthy-living… #MentalHealth #LatinaHealth #YouthMentalHealth #HealthyLiving

Stress isn't just "part of getting older." For women in midlife, stress and vitamin D levels may play a bigger role in overall health than many realize -affecting everything from mood and energy to long-term well-being. Learn what the research says and discover practical steps you can take to support your health. Read more: sbm.org/healthy-living… #HealthyLiving #WomensHealth #MidlifeHealth #StressManagement #VitaminD

📢 Call for Papers! Translational Behavioral Medicine is calling for submissions on intervention sustainability and de-implementation - two critical but often overlooked stages of evidence-based practice. We welcome empirical work grounded in implementation science, with a focus on behavioral medicine, translational research, and health equity. 📅 Rolling submissions | All TBM article types accepted 🔗 academic.oup.com/tbm/pages/cfp-… #ImplementationScience #BehavioralMedicine #CallForPapers #HealthEquity

SBM along with 89 other organizations including patient advocacy groups, professional scientific and medical societies, and other aligned stakeholders representing a broad range of medical and public health interests, write to express their concern regarding barriers – some of which are being imposed by the Office of Management and Budget – that are disrupting National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded research at institutions throughout the country and undermining the stability of the scientific workforce. Read the full letter: sbm.org/UserFiles/file…

Ready to build stronger research partnerships? Register for SBM's upcoming webinar, Partnering for Progress: Building Successful Multi-Sector Research Collaborations, and learn practical strategies for collaborating with schools, healthcare systems, community organizations, nonprofits, and industry partners. Attendees will gain actionable guidance on: ✔️ Finding the right collaborators ✔️ Aligning goals across sectors ✔️ Building partnerships that support long-term impact and sustainability 📅 June 24 | 12–1 p.m. ET Reserve your spot today! sbm.org/training/webin… #BehavioralMedicine #HealthResearch #ResearchCollaboration #SBM

SBM along with 322 other organizations across science, research, policy, and education came together to jointly to ask for a 45-day extension to the comment period for the proposed rule by the Office of Management and Budget to revise Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations, published on May 29, 2026. Presently, comments are due July 13, 2026 and the undersigned asked that on or before June 30, 2026 a Federal Register Notice is published extending the comment period to August 27, 2026. Read the full letter: sbm.org/UserFiles/file…

Sleep challenges are common during and after cancer treatment - but they don’t have to be something you simply live with. Learn why sleep matters for recovery, what may be disrupting your rest, and practical strategies to help you sleep better and feel your best. Read more: sbm.org/healthy-living… #CancerSurvivorship #SleepHealth #HealthyLiving #BehavioralMedicine

Just one week until The Whole Day Matters webinar! Discover how compositional data analysis (CoDA) can help researchers better understand the complex relationship between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep across the 24-hour day. Join experts from across movement behavior research as they discuss practical applications, challenges, and future directions for this emerging analytic framework. 📅 Wednesday, June 10 ⏰ 12–1 p.m. ET Don't miss it! sbm.org/training/webin… #BehavioralScience #SleepResearch #SBM

Barriers to access can impact health, well-being, and quality of life. Our new position statement highlights the importance of creating environments, systems, and resources that are accessible to all. By prioritizing accessibility, we can reduce barriers, promote equity, and improve health outcomes for everyone. Read more: sbm.org/UserFiles/file… #Accessibility #HealthEquity #PublicHealthPolicy

SBM joined 59 other organizations in signing a letter to the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS) Appropriations Subcommittee clerks, expressing gratitude for their efforts in crafting the FY 2027 LHHS appropriations bill, as well as aiding the passage of the 2026 bill. Read the full letter here: sbm.org/advocacy/sign-…

“Eating for two” is one of the most common pregnancy sayings - but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. 🤰🍎 From cravings to calorie myths, our new Healthy Living article breaks down what healthy eating during pregnancy really looks like and how small choices can support both you and your baby. Read more: sbm.org/healthy-living… #PregnancyNutrition #MaternalHealth #HealthyLiving

Access to quality behavioral and mental health care can improve outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. In our latest position statement we explore the role of evidence-based behavioral medicine in shaping healthier futures. 📄 Read more: sbm.org/advocacy/publi…

Creativity can be a powerful form of healing. For individuals living with chronic pain, art therapy may offer more than just a creative outlet - it can help reduce stress, process emotions, and support overall wellbeing. SBM’s newest Healthy Living article explores how creative expression can become part of a meaningful coping toolkit. Read the full article here: sbm.org/healthy-living… #ChronicPain #ArtTherapy #HealthyLiving

Gun violence is a complex public health issue that affects individuals, families, and entire communities. SBM’s latest position statement explores the cycle of gun violence and outlines evidence-based strategies focused on prevention, intervention, recovery, and long-term community wellbeing. Read the full statement here: sbm.org/UserFiles/file…

AI is reshaping scientific publishing and peer review - but what opportunities and ethical challenges come with it? Join SBM’s Publications Council and Oxford University Press (OUP) for a discussion on the evolving role of AI in research publishing, peer review, and editorial integrity. 🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 ⏰ 12–1 p.m. EDT 🔗 sbm.org/training/webin…

Searching for new funding opportunities in behavioral medicine research? SBM’s upcoming webinar, Non-Federal Funding for Behavioral Medicine Research (Part 1 of 2), will feature program officers sharing insights on available funding mechanisms, research priorities, and application strategies across organizations. 📅 Thursday, May 14 ⏰ 1–2 p.m. EDT Click here to register: sbm.org/training/webin…

Ever skipped a workout because you “didn’t have enough time”? That’s all-or-nothing thinking in action. When exercise feels like it has to be perfect - a full workout, the right setting, the right timing - it’s easier to opt out completely. The shift? ➡️ Let go of perfection ➡️ Redefine what “counts” ➡️ Embrace small, flexible movement 🔗 Read more in our latest Healthy Living article: sbm.org/healthy-living… #MoveMore #WellnessTips #HealthyLiving

My official #SBM2026 pic @BehavioralMed

Look at our wonderful HPCS students at this year’s @BehavioralMed! #SBM2026

Don’t miss out on the Presidential Keynote with Christine Hunter, PhD happening right now in International North!