Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms range from mild to severe, and immediate attention is necessary.
Caring for a loved one while working outside the home can be a challenging balancing act. Talk to your employer,…
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme mood swings between happy and sad. People of all ages and…
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…
Stress affects everyone. Some stress can be caused by good things in your life, such as an interesting project, a…
Mental health treatment isn’t a one-size fit all. There are many different treatments available to help individuals.
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is ongoing anxiety not related to a particular situation. It also can be anxiety that isn’t…
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
If you have depression, your doctor may prescribe medicine to treat it, called an antidepressant. There are many types of…
Helping your child find a balance between school, activities, and play can be tricky. It’s up to you to find…
Mass psychogenic illness is when people in a group start feeling sick at the same time, but there is no…
Menopause is when a woman’s menstrual periods permanently end. It happens because, as a woman ages, her ovaries make fewer…
People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and…
Panic disorder is a condition in which a person has episodes of intense fear or anxiety that occur suddenly, often…
Learn about post-traumatic stress after a car accident and how your doctor can help you deal with it
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur following a traumatic event. It affects your mood and physical behavior. Learn how to…
It is normal to feel the “baby blues” for a few weeks after giving birth, but postpartum depression can have…
Any sexual activity involving a child is sexual abuse and has long-term effects. Learn how to recognize signs of abuse…