Mental Health

Looking for a new reason to visit an art museum? Turns out they are prime spots for making connections — and the benefits of experiencing art go beyond reducing loneliness.

Whether it’s helping a neighbor, volunteering, or simply offering a kind word, small acts of generosity can have a big impact on others, as well as your own mental well-being.

Here’s what you need to know about seasonal depression, so you can spot the symptoms in yourself and your loved ones. 

Taking care of your behavioral health doesn’t stop once you are discharged. With the right plan and support, you can ease the transition and continue your progress.

What the science says — and what experts want older adults to know — about mental health and aging

What experts want you to know about seasonal depression, so you can spot the symptoms in yourself and your loved ones

Feeling happier is as easy as lacing up your shoes.

Feel better fast with these easy mood-boosting techniques.

Understanding the signs of a panic attack is the first step toward getting you the help you need — from yourself and others. 

Stress isn’t just something you feel in your mind. Here are some sneaky ways it can impact your body.

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions in people ages 65 and older. Here's what you need to know to help your loved one feel calmer.

Dementia is more than just memory loss. Learn about its lesser-known signs and symptoms, so that you'll know how to spot them in an older loved one.

Depression doesn't look the same at every age. Learn the symptoms of depression in older adults, plus expert tips to help support your loved one.

Feeling connected is good for the mind and body. But loneliness can lead to health problems. Here's how to help an older loved one who is feeling lonely.

MCI isn't as severe as dementia, but it can still cause memory and thinking issues. Here's how to spot MCI in an older loved one and help them manage it.

Medication is a leading treatment across all age groups for people struggling with mental health conditions. Here's how these medicines can affect older adults.

You're more likely to have depression and anxiety if you have a chronic disease. Here's why, plus strategies to help you stay physically and mentally strong.

Therapy can help your loved one cope with the unique stressors faced by older adults. Here's how to help them find the right match.

Managing anxiety can feel overwhelming. Try these tips to help better cope with thoughts and feelings getting in the way of your day-to-day.

Boost thinking, memory, and more with regular workouts for your mind.

Unlike visible wounds, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) involves battlefield experiences and other unseen traumas that have a lasting impact on the psychological and emotional health of those living with it. Anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts are part of this spectrum.

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are often used interchangeably. But it’s important to know how they relate to one another — and that they’re not a normal part of aging. Here’s what you need to know.