Extended-cycle birth control pills involve taking one “active” pill daily for around 84 days before pausing for a 7-day break for withdrawal bleeding. After the break, the person begins taking the ...

Therapists and other experts often talk about abuse as something that happens within a clearly defined cycle. But what is that cycle, exactly? For decades, many experts relied on the cycle set forth ...

Some people naturally have shorter menstrual cycles than others. However, very short cycles can sometimes indicate an underlying health condition, or another type of vaginal bleeding. The menstrual ...

Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...