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...

Hoarding disorder has often been sensationalized on reality TV, but it's far more complicated than just being overly messy. Let's delve deeper into what causes...

Have you ever waited for a bus that seemed like it would never come? At first, you’re hopeful, but as time drags on, doubt creeps...

A new study by researchers from Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) has uncovered how the brain carefully controls our food intake by dividing it into different...

In a new study, researchers found young people who are hooked on their smartphones may be at an increased risk for depression and loneliness. They...

In recent research led by SangNam Ahn, a professor at Saint Louis University, a deep dive into how tough times, both in childhood and...