Thirteen year-old Alita told me she knew there was something wrong with her—something that made her “less than.” She felt that, somehow, she was “marked” and deeply unacceptable—even ugly—inside. She ...

It's long been known that weather changes negatively affect mental health for many people. As the seasons change and there's less sunlight during the day, children and adults can feel tired, irritable ...

Depression arrives without warning, affecting individuals from all backgrounds and circumstances regardless of fame, fortune, or social standing. This mental health condition creates an experience ...

COLDER AND THE HOURS OF DAYLIGHT DWINDLE, SEASONAL DEPRESSION CAN CREEP IN. NEWS EIGHT’S GABRIELLE THOMAS HAS THE SIGNS TO KNOW. PEOPLE USUALLY START TO FEEL DOWN AROUND THE HOLIDAYS. IT’S COLD ...

Loving someone with depression can be tough. You may have curtailed social activities. You may have taken on more home responsibilities. Finances may have suffered if your partner's depression is ...

Self-doubt doesn’t announce itself with fanfare. It whispers criticisms in quiet moments, questions accomplishments during celebrations, and plants seeds of uncertainty when confidence is most needed.

Talking about depression can be difficult at any age, but talking to children or teenagers about it can be more difficult. They might not know how to express how they are feeling or might be afraid to ...

The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdown are taking a toll on almost every aspect of contemporary life, including mental health and well-being. This public health crisis may have a particularly ...

It is fairly common for people to experience symptoms of depression after they retire. Keeping active, maintaining a social circle, and seeking professional help can help manage those symptoms.