Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious mental health condition that affects the way people think about themselves, manage their emotions, and build relationships...

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions among young adults. Many people between the ages of 18 and 29 struggle with...

For many young children, a visit to the doctor's office can be stressful. They may worry about getting a shot, having blood taken, or meeting...

Addiction is not simply a lack of willpower. It is a long-term medical condition that changes the way the brain works. When a person becomes...

Many people think of walking as a gentle activity that mainly benefits the heart and muscles. However, scientists are increasingly discovering that physical activity...

Scientists are increasingly discovering that mental health may be influenced by much more than the brain alone. One surprising area of research focuses on the...

For many young people, cannabis is seen as a normal part of social life. Some use it to relax after a stressful day, while...

You come home after a stressful day and reach out to your cat for a bit of comfort. It hisses. Maybe takes a swipe. Or...

For many years, scientists have studied mental health and brain development disorders one by one. Conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar...

Anxiety is a universal feeling, something anyone can experience at any age. But anxiety is different for adult men, psychologists who study men’s mental health...

For many people, middle age is often seen as a time when life becomes more stable. Many adults have built careers, raised children, and...

People have argued for years about whether cats or dogs make better pets. Some people love dogs because they are playful, loyal, and enjoy...

A recent study from Uppsala University found that the balance between the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine may affect whether a person develops a social...

Alcoholism, or alcohol use disorder, is a chronic condition marked by an inability to control drinking and a deep emotional and physical dependence on...

A groundbreaking study by researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital has indicated the presence of a common brain network among individuals with substance use...

Deep within the brain, a small almond-shaped region called the amygdala plays a vital role in how we exhibit emotion, behavior and motivation. Understandably, it’s...

A low-cost version of ketamine has shown encouraging results in a double-blind trial, which compared it with a placebo for the treatment of severe...