Depression is among the most widespread mental health disorders worldwide, affecting an estimated 1 in 20 people. It is ...

After ages of being dismissed as “baby blues,” postpartum depression, anxiety and even psychosis are finally being taken seriously. But while moms are dealing with massive hormonal changes on top of ...

President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially ...

A recent study out of Dartmouth found that the use of a generative artificial intelligence mental health chatbot decreased symptoms of depression, anxiety and eating disorders in the first randomized ...

Lack of motivation is a possible depression symptom, but when it significantly affects your day-to-day activities, it may be ...

A new Yale study shows how the timing of depression in mothers and fathers affects mental health in their adult children.

Most of us have felt sad or low at some point in our adult lives but have learned coping strategies that have kept us from becoming overwhelmed by these feelings. Some of us, however, have reached an ...

Mood disorders include depressive disorders and bipolar disorders. These types of psychiatric disorders affect a person’s emotions and may cause severe lows, called depression, and highs, called mania ...

Mental health professionals use the DSM to standardize the diagnosis and treatment processes for mental health conditions, including types of depression. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of ...

Anorexia nervosa and depressive disorders often occur together. The exact reasons for this are unknown. However, the co-occurrence can intensify symptoms and lower outlook. Anorexia nervosa is an ...

Today's generation of young adults is at the turning point of success and failure. Modern times make things easier but also ...