Mental Health

Mental health describes a level of psychological well-being, or an absence of a mental disorder. From the perspective of 'positive psychology' or 'holism', mental health may include an individual's ability to enjoy life, and create a balance between life activities and efforts to achieve psychological resilience. Mental health can also be defined as an expression of emotions, and as signifying a successful adaptation to a range of demands.

Mental Health Stories

5 Mental Health Conditions Yoga Can Alleviate

Five mental health conditions yoga can alleviate, from depression to PTSD.
Rapunzel Syndrome: Compulsive Hair Eating Teen Dies From Organ Failure

A girl in England dies from Rapunzel Syndrome after chewing and eating her hair.
Your Facebook Friends Could Be Making You Sick

A greater number of Facebook friends and social media-induced anxiety/stress can leave you vulnerable to upper respiratory infections.
ADHD Symptoms: What Are The Odds You Have It?

This is how to tell the difference between ADHD-like behavior and symptoms of the brain disorder.
High-Sugar Diet May Raise Men’s Depression Risk

High-sugar diets may not be a great choice for supporting mental health in men.
Social Media Photos May Reveal Poor Mental Health

Instagram photos may help predict depression, researchers say.
3 Easy Ways To Avoid FOMO On Social Media

Three easy ways to avoid social media depression and boost your overall wellbeing.
Did A Popular Netflix Series Trigger Suicide Web Searches?

The teen drama “13 Reasons Why” is linked to an increase in web searches related to suicidal ideation, according to a new study.
Why Some People Get SAD In The Summer

Summer depression is associated with several symptoms, from loss of appetite to anxiety.
Report Reveals Doctor Salaries Across America

Ever wondered how much you would have made as a doctor? New report reveals average salaries of more than 19,000 physicians.
Viral Email Exchange Is Breaking Mental Illness Stigma

A woman's email exchange with her boss has gone viral and highlighted the importance of mental health days at work.
How Fast You Walk May Predict Early Signs Of Dementia

Your walking speed my predict the likelihood of developing dementia in old age.

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