Mental Health

An easy guide to understanding and treating hoarding disorder

What Is Hoarding Disorder? Have you ever watched a TV show about someone who can't stop collecting things, even trash, until their house is so...

Understanding hoarding disorder: recognizing the signs and seeking help

Have you ever been overwhelmed by clutter in your home, unable to let go of items that you no longer need? If this is...

This therapy can help people with insomnia and alcohol use disorder

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective primary treatment for insomnia in individuals with alcohol use disorder, whether or not they are abstinent from...

Scientists find how to ease Parkinson’s disease early with snacks

For many people, constipation is just a minor health issue, often due to a less-than-ideal diet or insufficient hydration. But sometimes, it can signal something...

How childhood trauma can lead to obesity in people with serious mental illness

People with a serious mental illness (SMI), like schizophrenia, often experience obesity. And in the UK, such people are almost twice as likely to...

Women and anxiety: what you need to know

What is anxiety? Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or fear about an event or situation. It is a normal reaction to stress. Anxiety can...

Violence and child abuse linked to diabetes, study finds

Facing violence or child abuse can hurt more than just the heart and mind. It can also make people more likely to get diabetes. This...

Research shows the root causes of hoarding disorder

Hoarding disorder is something that has fascinated many of us, primarily through the lens of reality TV. It's much more than just an extreme case...

Exercise is more powerful to manage depression than medication, study finds

Researchers from the University of South Australia have found that exercise can be more effective than counseling or common medications for managing depression. They say...

Mental illness in fathers may increase the risk of preterm birth – new research

Mothers with a mental illness are more likely to give birth too early, according to research. But the risk of preterm birth can also be...