Depression

June marks Men’s Health Month, yet many South African men continue to avoid healthcare facilities and delay medical checkups. Professional nurse Nhlanhla Mofokeng shared insights with the Brakpan Herald on…

Debra Jones, a former employee of Truist Bank, has filed a lawsuit alleging that her employer and coworkers subjected her to harassment by placing a Chucky doll—a character from the…

Perinatal depression affects up to a quarter of women during pregnancy and in the first year after childbirth. Characterized by persistent sadness, fatigue, changes in sleep and appetite, and loss…

Anger is a natural feeling that everyone experiences from time to time, especially in close relationships. When you care deeply about someone, small problems can quickly become big arguments. But…

A new national mental health helpline and textline, called Mindline 1771, has been officially launched to provide 24/7 emotional support and guidance to anyone facing mental health challenges in Singapore.…

Taking antidepressants is an important step in treating depression. But for many people, these medications don’t seem to help — or even make things worse. This can leave you feeling…

Salt is a common ingredient in cooking that makes food taste good. But eating too much salt can quietly harm your health. Men who are over 40 need to be…

Living with a mental disorder can make daily life hard. Sometimes, it can even stop a person from working. In such cases, disability benefits may help. These benefits give support…

Down’s Syndrome is a condition that many people have heard of, but few understand well. It affects how a person looks, learns, and interacts with others. Some people wonder if…

Talking to your doctor about anxiety or depression can feel scary at first. You might worry that you won’t know what to say or that your feelings won’t be taken…

While dieting is often linked to better physical health, a recent study suggests that some eating plans—especially those that cut calories drastically—might actually make mental health worse. Published on June…

A new study shows that nearly one in four Australian high school students experience serious mental health issues, with girls and gender-diverse teens especially affected. Researchers followed over 6,600 teenagers…

A recent study from Concordia University reveals that aquatic therapy not only strengthens muscles around the spine but also helps improve mental health in people suffering from chronic low back…

A new global study has found that a father’s mental health can affect his child’s development, especially during the early years. The research, published in JAMA Pediatrics, shows that when…

A recent BBC investigation has revealed serious problems with self-exclusion schemes at adult gaming centres (AGCs) in the UK, designed to help problem gamblers avoid slot machine venues. The Gambling…

New research from New York University suggests that the variety of bacteria in your mouth may be connected to depression. The mouth hosts between 500 billion and 1 trillion bacteria,…

New data reveals that food and drink manufacturers in the UK have significantly reduced salt, sugar, and calories in their products over the past decade. According to a report by…

A major UK-wide clinical trial has revealed a new chemotherapy-free treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) that could improve patient outcomes. The study, known as the Flair trial, involved 786…

A dangerous fungus called Aspergillus fumigatus is rapidly spreading across the United States, raising serious health concerns. This fungus can cause a deadly lung infection known as aspergillosis, especially in…

A new clinical trial shows that a single dose of psilocybin, a natural psychedelic found in certain mushrooms, can significantly reduce depression and anxiety in cancer patients with major depressive…