Mental Health

Caring for a loved one while working outside the home can be a challenging balancing act. Talk to your employer,…

Caregivers provide care for people with chronic medical conditions. It can be challenging, and they often experience stress and get…

Caregivers provide care for people with chronic medical conditions. It’s a challenging job, so caregivers also need to take care…

Being a caregiver for someone with an intellectual or developmental disability is important to your loved one, but it can…

Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer dementia. They may become depressed when their memory and ability to…

It is common for children and teens to be depressed. Learn how to recognize and help your young one who…

Depression is a common problem in older adults, but it is not part of the aging process. Learn how to…

Read about how to cope with depression and suicidal thoughts.

Mental health treatment isn’t a one-size fit all. There are many different treatments available to help individuals.

Grief is a person’s normal, healthy response to a loss. It is different for everyone and includes both emotional and…

Hoarding is an anxiety disorder. A person with this disorder is unable to get rid of things, even things of no value. These could include newspaper clippings, old receipts, containers, even trash. A person diagnosed with this disorder goes to an extreme to save

LGBTQ teens and young adults are at a greater risk for poor mental health than other youth. As a parent,…

If your stress isn’t kept under control, it can lead to serious health issues such as high blood pressure, heart…

Receiving a diagnosis of a mental health condition can be overwhelming, but treatment is available.

There is a stigma that surrounds mental health issues. This stigma prevents people from getting the help they need.

Emotional health is an important part of overall health. People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their thoughts,…

People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and…

A healthy brain is just as important as a healthy body. Many of the things you do to keep your…

Keeping a healthy diet isn’t just good for your body, it might benefit mental health, as well.

Cutting (sometimes called self harm) is the act of purposely cutting yourself with a sharp object, such as a knife…