Hannah Seo
Freelance Writer
Hannah Seo is a Korean Canadian journalist based in Brooklyn covering health, wellness, and climate. She has written about everything from environmental dread to the misconceptions about hair and race, and the surprising benefits of small talk. She spent a year writing service journalism for the Well desk at the New York Times, and other work has appeared in the Washington Post, Scientific American, and the Guardian, among others. When she’s not reporting, she’s writing and publishing poetry.
Latest articles by Hannah Seo


It’s a weird time to talk about contraceptives. Here’s what the debate is missing.


People are suddenly very concerned about the powerhouse of the cell.


Experts explain whether there’s such a thing as too much fitness.


Better friendships can just start with an emoji.


Poor nutrition could contribute to mental illness, but are supplements the answer?


We consistently underestimate how much other people like us, and it may be hurting our social lives.

Your old friend probably wants to DM you too.

In a time when loneliness is more pervasive than ever, why not extend an invitation?