A genetic breakthrough reveals why mental health conditions often occur together. New research identifies five disorder ...

Major depression is not only a crisis of mood, it is also a crisis of biology that reshapes the brain itself. As genetic tools sharpen, scientists are now tracing how inherited risk for depression is ...

College students with autism have dramatically higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to their peers, a new study says. Nearly two-thirds (65%) of college students with autism suffer from ...

Depression is not only a disorder of mood but also a condition that affects the heart and blood vessels, and can carry ...

One in five Americans struggles with depression or anxiety. Despite a half-century of pharmaceuticals being used to treat it, ...

Generalized anxiety disorder affects 1 in 20 U.S. adults. Those with serious symptoms may isolate themselves to the point they rarely leave their home and are unable to work and build meaningful ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Hormonal changes during menopause, especially shifts ...

Many young people use painkillers daily, says a researcher who has studied young people’s quality of life in the region of ...

When we think of clinical depression, we usually think of sadness, anxiety, poor motivation, the "blahs," guilt, and negativity. These all have the negative inclination that characterizes depression.

Dr. Kendall Genre answers the question: 'Impact Of Anxiety Disorder On Family?' — -- Question: What is the impact of an anxiety disorder on one's family and friends? Answer: An anxiety disorder ...