Mental Health

While cannabis use may benefit select adults with certain medical issues, prenatal exposure to cannabis may have negative consequences on development.

There are lots of conditions that mimic depression. So, before you self-diagnose, you'll want to read this. And also talk with your doctor.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder affects about 1% of Americans, and can be a debilitating mental health condition. Here's everything you need to know about OCD.

Gallup estimates that at least 50% of the workforce fits into the category of "quiet quitting." What is quiet quitting and is it good for your mental health?

Pregnancy can be a wonderful time, but it can also be a time of great stress and anxiety.

Since antidepressants change brain chemicals, stopping antidepressants can be a difficult and delicate process. Here is what you should know.

Author and brain expert Dr. Marc Milstein explained the physical factors that impact the brain and shared the habits you can adopt to improve brain health.

If you experience sudden onset anxiety, you are not alone. Here are some gentle and effective exercises to help calm a pounding heart and relieve anxiety.

A new study shows there's another reason to believe your dog has superpowers. And it has to do with sensing when you're stressed.

Not all survivors of traumatic events develop PTSD. However, for those who do, the long-term effects of PTSD may be worse than you think.

Disassociation is a complicated disorder often misdiagnosed and misunderstood. Here's some excellent information about causes, symptoms and treatments.

Wellness guru Brooke Burke shared the practices she uses to improve her mental health and explained how her new ventures assist in bringing these to others.

Stress can have a significant impact on the body. Research shows that PTSD might be connected to the development of autoimmune disorders in this way.

Despite your initial instincts to isolate yourself during a depressive episode, it's extremely important to be honest with your doctor. Here's why.

Researchers may have uncovered a surprising link between ADHD and a higher risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. Here's what the science says.

While anyone can experience depression, the number of Americans living with it has significantly changed recently, especially in certain age groups.

Not having enough serotonin has been linked to conditions like depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. But can you have too much serotonin?

Both acute anxiety and chronic anxiety can include dizziness as a symptom. But what causes this common experience, and how can you deal with it?

Psychologist Dr. Edith Eger discussed surviving the Holocaust, how she rediscovered joy, and how she hopes her new course will help others' mental health.

Everyone has been anxious at some point or another, but some of us experience anxiety more frequently. Fortunately, vitamin D might be able to help.

When hackers attempted to undermine Simone Biles' achievements using her medical history, she fought back against the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

As scientists learn more, the fields of psychiatry and psychology continue to change. This is why the term manic depression was changed to bipolar disorder.

While one might not be able to get rid of their IBS symptoms completely, they may be able to relieve some of their symptoms by taking steps to minimize stress.

A panic attack is generally an abrupt, overwhelming feeling of fear -- but it can be different for everyone. So what does a panic attack really feel like?

Anxiety disorders affect nearly 4% of the global population. It's important to talk to your doctor, honestly and transparently, if you have symptoms of anxiety.

While energy drinks pose a number of health threats on their own, they may also be linked to future drug use among teenagers who drink them.

A major concern that individuals might have when beginning treatment with Lexapro is whether they will gain or lose weight. Here is what to know.