Many people think journaling simply means writing about your day. However, scientists now believe that the way people write may be just as important...

A growing body of research suggests that the foods we eat may influence how well our brains age. While there is still no cure for...

Mental health conditions and developmental disorders affect hundreds of millions of people around the world. Disorders such as autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, major depression,...

High blood pressure is well known for increasing the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease. It is one of the most common...

For people living with severe depression, the hardest part is not always sadness. Many describe something even more troubling: the feeling that life has...

Mental health challenges are becoming increasingly common around the world. Depression and anxiety affect people of all ages and can influence work, family life,...

Doctors caring for unconscious patients often have to answer one of the hardest questions in medicine: will this person wake up? At the moment, there...

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common condition that affects both children and adults. People with ADHD may find it hard to pay attention, stay organized,...

Depression, also called major depressive disorder (MDD), is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. People with depression often experience long-lasting...

Schizophrenia affects millions of people around the world and remains one of the most challenging mental health disorders to understand. The illness can cause hallucinations,...

For many years, video games have been viewed mainly as a form of entertainment. Some people see them as a waste of time, while...

Schizophrenia is one of the most serious mental health disorders. It affects how people think, feel, and understand reality. People with schizophrenia may hear voices...

How often do you say “thank you” and really mean it? According to new research from the University of California San Diego, expressing gratitude does...

A large international study has found that when older adults have both physical frailty and depression, their risk of developing dementia rises sharply. The researchers...

Schizophrenia is a serious brain disorder that affects about 1 out of every 100 people, or over 2.5 million people in the United States...

Depression is a deeply complex condition, shaped by a mix of emotional patterns, biological factors, and life stresses. This complexity also makes treating it...

For some, it's the most wonderful time of the year. But for others, 'tis the season for unmet expectations, stress and grief, and psychology experts...