Healing the mind: mental health support for cancer patients
Cancer is more than just a physical illness. For many people, the emotional and mental toll of cancer can be just as heavy as...
Warning signs of depression in women
Clinical depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities. While it can happen to...
How to live with high-functioning anxiety
High-functioning anxiety is a term used to describe people who appear successful and calm on the outside but often feel very anxious, overwhelmed, or...
Common mental health issues in older adults
Mental health is just as important in older adults as it is in younger people, but it often doesn’t get enough attention. As people...
Common medications for mood disorder treatment
Mood disorders, like depression and bipolar disorder, affect how people feel, think, and function in everyday life. They are medical conditions, not personal weaknesses,...
Study uncovers genetic link between cannabis abuse and mental illness
Cannabis, also known as marijuana or weed, is now used by millions of people around the world—both for medical reasons and recreational enjoyment.
In recent...
Type 1 and type 2 bipolar disorder: What is the difference?
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects mood, energy, and the ability to function. People with bipolar disorder experience extreme mood swings...
Common blood pressure drugs may be linked to higher suicide risk
A study from Canada has raised concerns about certain blood pressure medications possibly being linked to a higher risk of suicide. The research, led...
How to diagnose and treat ADHD in adults
When most people hear “ADHD,” they often think of hyper kids who can’t sit still or focus in school. But ADHD — Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder...
Heart attack or anxiety attack? How to tell the difference
When someone suddenly feels chest pain, shortness of breath, or a racing heart, it’s natural to worry about a heart attack. But in many...