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...
Autoimmune diseases linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety
A large UK study has found that people living with autoimmune diseases are nearly twice as likely to experience long-term mental health problems such...
Researchers find a new way to treat ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is often seen as a condition that simply causes restlessness or lack of focus, especially in children. But...
Scientists find new cause of autism and schizophrenia
Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have made an exciting discovery that may help explain how some brain disorders, like autism...
Understanding the symptoms of complex PTSD in adults
Complex PTSD, or C-PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop after long-term or repeated exposure to trauma, especially trauma that involves being...