Beth Rush

Beth is the Managing Editor at Body+Mind. She is passionate about writing about addictions, mental health, fitness and medicine. Beth is well-respected in the mental and behavioral health and substance abuse treatment spaces. In her spare time, Beth enjoys trying out new recipes and going for runs with her dog.

The Opioid Detox Diet: 7 Foods That Ease Withdrawals

Opioid detox is one of the hardest thing a person can do. It is difficult for many individuals to sleep, eat, or think during the early stages of withdrawal.

by Beth Rush

July 11, 2022

Playgrounds With Purpose: How Therapeutic Play Groups Help Kids With Social Anxiety

by Beth Rush

May 30, 2025

Most of us think of playgrounds as places for laughter, tag, and

9 Reasons to Consider a Multigenerational Approach to Family Therapy

by Beth Rush

January 28, 2024

Explore the benefits of a multigenerational approach to family therapy, a method

5 Great Online Eating Disorder Support Groups You Need To Know About

by Beth Rush

May 16, 2022

Read this guide to discover online eating disorder support groups that will

5 Practical Ways Paramedics Can Cope With Stress and Fatigue

by Beth Rush

June 27, 2022

Here are five ways to cope with paramedic stress and fatigue so

The Importance of Play: 6 Ways Couples Use Fun To Connect

The Importance of Play in Relationships: How Fun Rekindles Connection

by Beth Rush

September 30, 2025

Most couples begin their relationship with laughter, adventure, and lighthearted fun. But as the years go by, work, parenting, and daily responsibilities often push playfulness

Ease Anxiety in Autistic Children: 5 ABA-Informed Approaches

How ABA-Informed Strategies Can Ease Anxiety in Autistic Children (and Their Parents)

by Beth Rush

August 27, 2025

When your child is anxious, the whole family feels it. Heart-racing meltdowns, school refusals, sound sensitivities, and sudden shutdowns can turn ordinary days into uphill

7 Ways Online Polarization Will Make Your Depression Worse

by Beth Rush

August 24, 2025

The internet can be a lifeline for news, community and connection. It can also become a pressure cooker, keeping you in a constant loop of

Mental Health and Nutrition: 7 Reasons To Avoid Junk Food

The Science Behind Mental Health and Nutrition: How Sugar and Junk Food Hurt—and What Foods Help

by Beth Rush

July 19, 2025

Want to feel better, sharper, and more emotionally balanced? Discover how mental health and nutrition are linked, and learn which foods harm or help your

5 Ways Therapy Helps Break Binge Drinking and Self Loathing

5 Ways a Therapist Can Help You Break the Cycle of Binge Drinking and Self-Loathing

by Beth Rush

March 31, 2025

Break the cycle of binge drinking and self loathing with therapy. Learn 5 powerful ways a therapist can help you build resilience, compassion, and lasting