A CDC report shows that people are not feeling relaxed and restful in the United States.

When someone is struggling with thoughts of suicide, the warning signs are not always obvious. While talking about wanting to die or expressing feelings of hopelessness are signs to take seriously, changes in behavior, mood or daily routines may also indicate that someone needs help. “Sometimes the signs that a person is struggling can be […]

Living with both anxiety and depression can significantly impact your life. Tips, like developing healthy habits and taking supplements, may help you cope.

Reading for pleasure – from tucking into a Jane Austen classic to devouring a Heartstopper graphic novel – is linked to better mental health, greater empathy and a lower risk of dementia, say researchers.

Facebook is hosting huge numbers of horrifying AI-generated videos of violent child abuse, and Meta is barely taking them down.

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We often underestimate how much small talk can impact our wellbeing. Research shows that even brief conversations with strangers can boost our happiness and sense of connection, but fear and anxiety often keep us from reaching out.

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Research shows we underestimate how much other people want to connect.

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A new, large-scale Curtin University study has found children who experience parental loss are twice as likely to develop a mental health disorder, compared to those living with both parents.

Learn the fundamentals of psychological wellness and find expert educational tools to foster open conversations about mental health.

Estrangement is rarely caused by childhood abuse or a pushy therapist. Instead, it reveals a collision between two ideas of what family should be.

What shapes our mental health? It is easy to imagine psychological distress as something that exists entirely within an individual, a chemical imbalance, a diagnosis,...

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While medication is not for everyone, neither is meditation. The key element is self-awareness and having a trusted guide. The goal is not to prove our strength through unnecessary suffering. The goal is to heal.

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Since 2020, the world has faced historic events, leading to a rise in moral fatigue as we strive to understand and respond to these challenges.

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Celebrate National Coloring Day on August 2nd and explore the benefits of coloring for creativity and mental wellness.

Law enforcement is often the default response to a mental health crisis. This approach to crisis response, however, is leaving communities without the support systems they truly need. Communities greatly benefit when mental and behavioral health services and alternative response options are prioritized. This Minority Mental Health Month, the Center for Policing Equity examines what it takes for every person to receive the appropriate care they need, from investments in equitable access to healthcare to expanding affordable and culturally responsive care.

Is estrangement the fault of evil therapists intent on tearing families apart? The Wall Street Journal "investigates."

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How can storytelling, music, dance, poetry, and other creative practices help people make meaning, build connection, and foster healing?

Most of us can only spot AI-generated text about half the time. A psychologist who specialises in mental health communication shares the concrete signals worth learning.