Depression

Suicide Prevention Genetics

Not all people who die by suicide are depressed — despite common thought

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Energy drinks offer a jolt, but indulging in them can lead to adverse health effects

Red Bull Energy Drinks

Children's mental health improved after schools reopening during the pandemic

Schools Depression COVID

After a lifetime of seasonal depression, I finally tried light therapy. Here's what I learned

Light Lamp SAD

Children's Health

Kids who get smartphones before 12 have higher rates of depression, obesity and poor sleep

Smartphones Teens Study

Even a weeklong break from social media improves mental health, study says

Social Media Detox

Singing the national anthem before sporting events has helped this South Jersey woman cope with OCD

Ryan Brown Singing

Sen. Fetterman opens up about depression and his strained relationship with Gov. Shapiro

Fetterman interview

1 in 8 young Americans use ChatGPT or other AI bots for mental health issues

ChatGPT Mental Health

Back pain during pregnancy is often dismissed as a passing discomfort, but it should be taken seriously

Back Pain Pregnancy

Male views on masculinity are gradually shifting — and that's good for their mental health

Mental Health Therapy

For mild depression, texting with a therapist works as well as video sessions, study finds

Text Video Therapy

The side effects of antidepressants vary widely — choosing the right one is imperative, study finds

Antidepressants Side Effects

Women are more likely than men to have depression, and genetics may play a big role in that disparity

Genes Depression

Severe morning sickness doubles risk of mental health disorders after childbirth

Pregnancy Morning Sickness

New Jersey, with low depression and divorce rates, is among the happiest states in America

People with behavioral health disorders often marry spouses with the same conditions, study finds

Marriage Mental Health

Are the Sunday scaries ruining your weekends? Here's how to cope

Sunday Scaries Work Stress

Most college freshmen feel homesick – recognizing this is the first step toward coping with it

College Homesickness

TikTok, Reddit users share horror stories of addictive tonic sold at gas stations, vape shops and online

Feel Free TikTok Kratom

Children's Health

Youth athletes, not just professionals, may face mental health risks from repeated traumatic brain injuries

Dogs are great for therapy — even when sessions are held virtually

Summertime got you feeling down? Here's how to beat heat-induced blues

Summer SAD Tips

How children use screens matters more than how much time they spend on them

Child Screen Time

Alternative Medicine

For cancer patients with depression, psilocybin may provide lasting relief

Your brain learns from rejection − here's how it becomes your compass for connection

Break Up Rejection

Clinical depression among older teens doubled in recent years, analysis finds

Teen Depression Rate

Subtle cyberbullying, like excluding peers from group chats, is just as traumatic as overt attacks, study shows

Cyberbullying Trauma

Hearing aids can be a tool for combating loneliness among seniors

Hearing Aids Loneliness

The Wedge, a Philly mental health and addiction services provider, to close due to financial constraints

Wedge Recovery Centers

As the U.S. faces a physician shortage, 1 in 10 doctors say they are burned out

Doctor Burnout

The ice bucket challenge is back, and this time it's raising money for mental health awareness

Could AI replace your therapist? New research suggests the technology could play a role in mental health care

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Laughing gas appears to reduce depression, but researchers don't totally understand why

laughing gas dentist

For teens, strong friendships outweigh impact of social media on mental health

Limiting internet use on smartphones can help boost mental health, attention spans

Mental Health phone use

People wake up happier than when they go to sleep, study finds

Happiness Levels Morning

Climate change threatens the mental well-being of youths. Here's how to help them cope

A cluttered house increases stress levels; here's how to get your home in order after the holidays

Holiday Clutter Stress

Supporting a grieving loved one on holidays and special occasions: Practical tips from a clinical psychologist

Holiday Grief

Increasing steps per day, even by a modest amount, could reduce risk of developing depression

walking steps depression

Children's Health

Leaded gas led to mental health issues for millions of Americans, study finds

Leaded Gas Mental Health

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