Depression

From experiencing seasonal depression to feeling friskier, here are some ways winter affects people's mental health and attitude

The death of a grandparent may be a rite of passage, but it is not harmless for many boys, particularly boys of color. Losing a grandparent in childhood corresponds with lower reading, math and verbal skills among boys at a critical age

Equanimity, a key ingredient of mindfulness meditation, helps people face life’s ups and downs

From Gilgamesh to Star Wars, the narrative blueprint underpinning many heroic tales can offer a powerful way to reframe experiences

Mental health specialists discuss strategies for residents reexperiencing trauma in the aftermath of hurricanes, wildfires and floods

Sleep loss dampens brain regions that help manage our emotions

The FDA approved zuranolone, a short-term oral medication that could help new parents who are struggling with depression after giving birth

Young people do not fall into neat categories of race, sexual orientation or gender identity. Research into LGBTQ mental health must take that into account

As the 2023 Women’s World Cup kicks off, repeated concussions and head injuries in the sport raise discussion about the lifelong consequences on the brain

As more researchers document the potential harms of social media use, especially for youngsters, both Republicans and Democrats are pushing legislation to rein in platforms

What’s happening in the body, as well as the mind, can be tied to increases in drug overdoses, suicides, and more

Social media makes us miserable, but can “positive apps,” such as Gas and BeReal, make a difference?