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With students heading back to school, local mental health experts say it’s a good time for parents to talk to their children about cell phone use

Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA), commonly known as drugs for diabetes and weight loss, may have additional mental health benefits, especially for people with bipolar disorder, new Griffith University research has found

Older adults may be better judges of their moment-to-moment mental sharpness than scientists once assumed, according to a UC Davis study — which relied on familiar technology: the smartwatch

Amid high profile news stories related to maternal mental health, women are starting to share their own experiences more openly. See all topics

A stressful day can leave the heart racing and the mind restless. But when stress becomes a constant part of life, its effects may extend beyond mood and sleep. Blood pressure can rise, daily habits can change, and over time, the kidneys may face an added burden. The relationship is not as simple as saying…

School is getting underway and this can be both exciting and anxiety-inducing, for both students and parents. As children and teens start another school year, here are some ways for parents to encourage mental health wellness and practices that could help

Children who experience parental loss are twice as likely to have a mental health disorder, highlighting the need for early support

DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) —A new mental health practice is open in Danville, with the goal of making care more accessible for people in Southside and surrounding rural communities

Most people treat their mental health the same way they treat their physical health in their twenties—something to deal with later. You know, when things get bad enough. A study out this month suggests that approach has longer consequences than most people account for

Open TikTok or Instagram and search for anxiety, ADHD, or trauma. Within seconds, feeds serve up licensed psychologists and psychiatrists breaking down clinical jargon and debunking misconceptions, as well as offering practical guidance. Alongside public education, some accounts also direct audiences towards private practices, paid courses, books, and other professional services