People living with serious mental health conditions often face a hidden health crisis that many people do not realize. Studies have shown that individuals with...

In recent years, scientists around the world have been working hard to better understand mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease. These...

If you or someone you know is considering suicide, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text "988" to the Crisis...

Anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal are some of the most common mental health problems in the world. Millions of people struggle with these conditions,...

Scientists are beginning to understand more about how certain psychedelic drugs may help people recover from severe trauma. A new study suggests that these drugs...

A new study suggests that a group of medications originally designed to treat diabetes may also help prevent and treat addiction. Researchers at Washington University...

Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT are becoming increasingly popular for discussing emotions, seeking advice, or coping with stress. Millions of people around the world...

Many people believe that overcoming depression requires long-term therapy, medication, or a major life change. Professional treatment can be very helpful, but it is not...

Scientists have found a new way to study serious mental health conditions by growing very small human brains in the lab. These tiny brains are...

Major depressive disorder is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects hundreds of millions of people and can...

Cannabis use has become more common in recent years, especially in countries where it has been legalized. While many people see it as a way...

Most people have done it at least once—venting to coworkers about a frustrating boss after a long meeting or a tough day. Gossiping about the...

In a recent study at Yale University, researchers found that a class of drugs called benzodiazepines that can help treat anxiety and insomnia may...

Recovering from a stroke is not just about regaining physical abilities. The emotional and psychological aftermath can be just as challenging. A stroke can bring...

In a recent study, scientists found the number of people experiencing numbness, tingling and pain in their feet with no known cause has been...

As people age, getting a good night's sleep often becomes more difficult. While younger adults might wake up briefly about five times a night, some...

Few people know that the human body naturally produces chemicals that are very similar to delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana, which comes from the Cannabis sativa plant.