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Jennifer Mattson

Jennifer Mattson

Writer and Editor

Expertise

Psychology, Mental Health, Wellness, Positive Psychology, Happiness, Self-improvement, Meditation, Inspiration, Sleep, Relationships, Health

Education

University of Michigan

Highlights

  Jennifer writes The Wellness List online column at Psychology Today and teaches writing at New York University

I look at wellness from a holistic perspective that focuses on mental health and psychology, as well as, what we eat, how we sleep, and how we engage with and exercise our whole body.

— Jennifer Mattson

Experience

Jennifer Mattson is a professional journalist, writer and editor. A former network news producer for CNN, CNN International and National Public Radio, she reports on psychology, mindfulness, mental health, healthy living, wellness and yoga. 

Education

 Jennifer holds a BA in English with honors from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and has taught writing at a number of universities including New York University.

 

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