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Wellness Has Gone to the Dogs

Self-care has officially jumped the species barrier. Exhibit A: a Shanghai gym exclusively for dogs. (Yes, here’s a video of a pup named Bo Bo absolutely crushing leg day.) Think that’s the peak? Wait until you hear about red-light therapy for dog butts. Welcome to pet wellness, where the vibes are strong and the regulation is… not.

Some of this is marketing — the name “puptides” is undeniably adorable — but it is smart to pay attention to your pet’s health. Before you turn them into a full-time biohacker, though, a few sanity checks:

Talk with your vet. Always get the OK before adding supplements — some ingredients can be toxic at high doses, breeds process things differently, and human supplements ≠ pet-safe. Accidental ingestion happens more often than you might think, so keep your vitamins somewhere secure.
Do the homework. When it comes to food — raw, fresh, kibble, subscription — there’s no one-size-fits-all bowl. (Here’s a cheat sheet on what to look for.)
Zoom out on costs. Pet insurance can help balance the spreadsheet when real health issues come up. Here’s how to pick the best policy for your furry pal.

— Anna “My Guinea Pigs Are My Fitspo,” Davies, writer

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Why Neurodivergence Often Gets Diagnosed in Your 30s

By your 30s, the coping strategies that carried you through school and early jobs — mainlining Diet Cokes, late-night takeout, last-minute panic — often stop working.

Careers get more complex. Kids or aging parents enter the mix. Cognitive load spikes — and research shows this is often when ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence are identified, as growing demands make symptoms harder to manage.

Is this the “masking” conversation? Yup. Masking is consciously or unconsciously hiding traits like distractibility, sensory overload, or social difficulty by over-preparing, people-pleasing, copying others’ behavior, or pushing through discomfort — often for decades. The result: smart, capable people compensating for years without realizing the energy cost.

Why the uptick now? Awareness has increased. Clinicians are better trained to recognize neurodivergence beyond childhood, and adults are more likely to seek answers rather than blame themselves.

What does a diagnosis mean? You’re still you. Relief, grief, anger, or “what if I’d known sooner?” are all common reactions. A diagnosis doesn’t change who you are — but it can reframe your past and shape what comes next.

If This Resonates:

Talk with a clinician. A qualified professional can help sort symptoms, rule out other factors (like anxiety, burnout, or sleep deprivation), and discuss next steps. When you can, opt for an in-person appointment. Telehealth can be convenient, but assessments may be less thorough.
Figure out your strategies. Medication helps some people, but it’s not the only tool. Executive function coaching, CBT (a large study found this type of therapy effective for ADHD), workplace accommodations, and structural changes can make a real difference.
Pay attention to your kids. Some forms of neurodivergence have a hereditary component, like autism spectrum disorder. Girls have historically been underdiagnosed because symptoms often appear less disruptive and more internalized. If you have concerns, talk with their pediatrician.