Amelia Tait
I Opened the Most Ridiculous Advent Calendars On the Market
On the first day of Christmas my true love sent to me: a "penis extender" with textured ribs, 24 shots of tequila, and a kit to "pimp my prosecco."
The Reason We Have All Those Bizarre 'International' Days
Brandied Fruit Day, Sausage Pizza Day, International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day – here's why you see these dumb celebrations trending on Twitter.
Young, Old, Male, Female: This Is Who Gets Believed Least Online
Lots of people are called out for their bullshit online, but one type of person is targeted considerably more than any other.
'Ugly Ducklings' On How People Treated Them When They Got Hot
How the "halo effect" has changed their lives.
When You're Both Overweight and Anorexic
Eating disorders are commonly diagnosed after drastic weight loss. For anorexic women and men who don't meet the weight criteria, that often means suffering in silence.
Is Obesity a Psychological or Physical Problem?
How does someone become morbidly obese? Are people genetically predisposed to it, or is it a case of nurture over nature?
The Complex, Tragic Psychology Behind Animal Hoarding
Why is it that there are constant news stories about people who cage or cram hundreds of pets into their homes? Sometimes it's animal cruelty, but it could also be attributed to a specific mental illness.
My Eating Disorder Had Nothing to Do with Barbie or the Media
A lot of people with an eating disorder will find the idea that it's caused by Barbies or supermodels insulting and patronizing. It's a mental illness, not a bad case of vanity.
Are Vloggers Ripping Off Their Young Fans for Meet-and-Greets?
As the cult of YouTube celebrity grows, fan interactions have been rapidly monetized. The question is, is $80 a fair price to pay for a selfie and a hug?
Aromantics Just Want to Be Your Friend
You might be familiar with asexuality, but are you familiar with aromanticism? They're never gonna fall in love—because they don't want to.
Poor Students Are Crowdfunding Their Tuition Fees
Who needs a student loan when you can rely on strangers on the internet?