Scientists discovered a new cause of autism
Autism is a condition that some people are born with. It affects how a person communicates and behaves.
It's more common in boys and usually...
Middle-aged women with no child more likely to have this mental problem
Women who had not had children by age 35, or those who turned 35 in recent years, are at the highest risk of binge drinking.
A look at depression across America: which states are most affected?
Depression is a serious health problem that affects the way we think, feel, and handle our daily activities.
It's more than just feeling "down" or...
The Pill and mood swings: how contraceptives might affect mental health
Imagine being sad all the time and not wanting to do anything. That's what depression can feel like.
It's a big health problem worldwide, affecting...
Researchers discover a new drug for sleep apnea
Researchers from Flinders University in Australia found that a drug used for treating depression might help people with sleep apnea.
When sadness hurts: how strong grief can affect your heart
Grief can be so intense that it actually increases your blood pressure. This is what a group of researchers found in a recent study.
This...
Why do some people experience more mood swings?
What is Neuroticism?
Do you know how our feelings change all the time? Some people have more mood swings than others, and this is often...
Depression and inflammation in older adults: a new perspective
A team of scientists at Penn Medicine made an interesting discovery.
They found that older people who feel very sad or depressed do not necessarily...
The heavy heart: how deep sadness can affect our health
When we lose someone we love, we feel deep sadness. This feeling is called grief. Grief affects not only our feelings but also our bodies.
Iron deficiency and mental health: unveiling the link
Research is increasingly showing a link between iron deficiency and mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.