When a person is struggling with a mental illness, there are probably family members who are also in need of guidance. A free course is available to help family members cope with these challenges.
Research on secondhand smoke found that its effects were the same on the brains of both smokers and nonsmokers.
Children can be bullied or harassed while online, so parents need to be aware of these risks and be willing to talk about them with their kids.
A Harvard Medical School psychology instructor and author offers advice for dealing with perfectionist tendencies in a constructive way.
I heard a news story about people using bath salts to get high. How is that possible? My husband and I have two teenagers. Should we talk with them about this?
A study comparing treatments for chronic fatigue syndrome found that cognitive behavioral therapy yielded the best results, but the benefit from any of the treatments was modest.
Postpartum depression is a common condition following childbirth. Unfortunately many women who experience it do not seek treatment.
People with mental illnesses are particularly susceptible to metabolic syndrome, due to factors like a lack of exercise, poor nutrition, and medications that cause weight gain.
While medications are frequently prescribed to children with autism spectrum disorders, there is only slight evidence of any positive effect.
Those with depression are more likely to lead a sedentary lifestyle, which is a significant risk factor for heart disease.