Mental Health

While there are many benefits of consuming fruit, you might be surprised that diets rich in whole fruit might also be good for your mental health.

Living with depression isn't easy, but some treatments (and foods) may reduce symptoms. Learn the unexpected link between depression and dark chocolate.

The CEO of Ketamine Wellness Center told Health Digest how ketamine can be used as an effective anxiety or depression treatment.

RN and CEO of Ketamine Wellness Centers Kevin Nicholson talked about their partnership with the VA and how ketamine can help treat mental health conditions.

Adam Levine opened up about his own personal journey with ADHD in hopes of raising awareness about the condition and empowering those who have it.

Did you know that loneliness can literally make you feel more sensitive to cold? Here's what scientists have learned about this puzzling link.

Keeping your gut and your brain happy go hand in hand. Dr. Raja Dhir told Health Digest the best way to care for both at the same time.

A new research brief from the nonprofit The Trevor Project sheds light on how trauma symptoms in LGTBQ youth might increase their risk of suicide.

Physical and mental health are directly linked, according to Dr. Nora Lansen. She told Health Digest how one can easily affect the other.

Although marijuana is now used by many people recreationally, some research suggests you may want to think twice.

WeezyWTF wants to change the conversation. She spoke to Health Digest about hosting "Sex Sells" and how we need to take a better approach to sex work.

Scientists are just scratching the tip of the surface regarding new psychedelic research. Microdosing may show great promise for mental health.

At one point, we've all experienced a flow state. Perhaps you went into flow the first time you painted, or maybe it happened when you learned a new activity.

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition affecting about six million Americans. Here's everything you need to know about how it.

Taking medicine regularly can be challenging for some patients. Here's why it can be dangerous for people with bipolar disorder to stop taking their medication.

A 2022 study examined how a smartphone app linked to a VR headset could help people overcome specific phobias. So, how does it work, and could it help you?

Stress balls may resemble a child's toy, but these cushy objects are not solely intended as a plaything. In fact, they offer a variety of health benefits.

Intrusive thoughts can make us feel stuck in an unhealthy pattern of anxiety and stress. But new research suggests there may be a to get unstuck.

Reaching out to old friends can be awkward, but science says it could be worth it. Find out how reconnecting could benefit your mental health.

Doctors may long have known that depression may result from a stroke. But now, evidence suggests it may precede it.

If you've ever gone through the process of finding an effective antidepressant, you might be familiar with the trial-and-error involved.

Dr. Emiliana Simon-Thomas sat down with Health Digest to explain how you can bring more lasting joy into your everyday routine.

If you tend to drink alcohol alone, especially if you are a teen, you may be more prone to alcohol use disorder (AUD) as an adult, according to a recent study.

The hippocampus, amygdala, and hypothalamus — among other structures in the limbic system of our brains — are partly responsible for generating emotion.

Dr. Emiliana Simon-Thomas discussed how her current research, The BIG JOY Project, was inspired by "Mission: JOY" and how it's helping people find more joy.

It's crucial to learn how bipolar disorder affects those who are diagnosed and what contributes to its development. Do genetics play a role?

Americans will soon be able to call or text 988 to talk to mental health counselors with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Here is what to know.