Copyright 2020 Medical News TodayMental health affects us all. How we think and feel about our lives and ourselves has an impact on our behavior and how we cope in tough times. Mental health problems are very common and include conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, anorexia, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, bulimia, depression, hyperactivity, insomnia, mania, narcolepsy, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic attacks, paranoia, phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, stress, suicide and Tourette's.http://www.medicalnewstoday.comadmin@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Admin)editors@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Editors)en-us Sun, 19 Jan 2020 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327521.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327521.phpA new study examines the link between drinking tea and lower rates of depression in older Chinese adults, revealing the characteristics of tea drinkers. Depression Thu, 16 Jan 2020 09:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327516.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327516.phpDoes the constant cycle of negative world news make you anxious? Here, learn more about news-related anxiety and how you can fight back.Anxiety / Stress Thu, 16 Jan 2020 07:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327493.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327493.phpAccording to new research, placing too much emphasis on happiness can actually give rise to depressive symptoms, especially in the Western world.Psychology / Psychiatry Thu, 16 Jan 2020 03:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327504.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327504.phpThe largest study of its kind analyzed genetic information from 3,444 families and found one single gene whose mutations may help explain the condition. Schizophrenia Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327490.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327490.phpDepression is a common symptom before and during a period. Find out why hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle can contribute to depression and learn what to do. Women's Health / Gynecology Mon, 13 Jan 2020 11:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327466.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327466.phpPeople with anorexia tend to severely restrict their food intake, while those with bulimia go through periods of overeating followed by unhealthful behaviors to ‘purge.’ Learn more here.Eating Disorders Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327460.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327460.phpAlcohol is a depressant and can amplify or trigger depression symptoms in some people. Learn more about the links between depression and alcohol in this article.Depression Fri, 10 Jan 2020 03:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327445.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327445.phpA report that the LA County commissioned suggests that many jail inmates would benefit from diversion to community-based mental health programs.Mental Health Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327451.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327451.phpNew research shows how using a fake rubber hand may enable people living with obsessive-compulsive disorder to overcome their contamination fears. Mental Health Thu, 09 Jan 2020 08:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327449.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327449.phpCan smoking lead to depression? A new study examines the link between smoking tobacco and the incidence of depression among students. Smoking / Quit Smoking Thu, 09 Jan 2020 03:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327440.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327440.phpSpecialists estimate that a small increase of only $1 in the state minimum wage could have prevented thousands of suicides between 2009–2015.Mental Health Wed, 08 Jan 2020 12:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327437.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327437.phpWhile some people with anxiety tend to overeat, others have little or no appetite. Learn more about the link between anxiety and appetite loss here.Anxiety / Stress Wed, 08 Jan 2020 09:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327438.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327438.phpResearchers have concluded that exposure to air pollution during childhood could significantly increase a person's risk of schizophrenia.Schizophrenia Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327422.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327422.phpHow much do our diets influence our mental health? A recent review assesses the evidence and concludes that much more research is needed.Mental Health Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327433.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327433.phpRecent research adds to the evidence that mindfulness practice may enable us to eradicate unhelpful fears — and continue to keep them at bay.Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine Tue, 07 Jan 2020 17:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327432.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327432.phpPremenstrual syndrome (PMS) can cause physical symptoms as well as emotional or mental issues, including some that are similar to the symptoms of depression. Learn more about these PMS symptoms here.Women's Health / Gynecology Tue, 07 Jan 2020 13:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327429.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327429.phpThere are several different types of depression, which is a common mental health condition. Learn about their symptoms and who is at risk in this article.Depression Tue, 07 Jan 2020 09:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327430.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327430.phpHow can listening to music make us feel? A new study involving participants from different cultures has identified 13 possible emotions that music evokes.Psychology / Psychiatry Fri, 03 Jan 2020 19:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327408.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327408.phpSome people with depression also experience anger. Here, learn about the connection between depression and anger and the available treatment options.Depression Mon, 30 Dec 2019 03:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327308.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327308.phpNew research in mice investigates the possibility that MDMA, a potentially addictive drug, may help in the context of mental health therapy.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Wed, 25 Dec 2019 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326997.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326997.phpChristmas Day tends to be indulgent. In this feature, we will help you find ways to enjoy yourself without being left feeling too unhealthful. Nutrition / Diet Mon, 23 Dec 2019 22:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327386.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327386.phpSome people experience anxiety and depression at the same time. In this article, learn about how they are linked, the differences between them, and what treatments are available. Depression Thu, 19 Dec 2019 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327354.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327354.phpEco-anxiety is a type of fear related to environmental damage and ecological disaster. This article looks at what it is and some tips for managing it.Anxiety / Stress Wed, 18 Dec 2019 02:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327346.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327346.phpVerbal abuse occurs when someone uses negative or demeaning words to maintain power and control over someone else. Learn more about verbal abuse here.Mental Health Tue, 17 Dec 2019 13:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327335.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327335.phpResearch into the effects of diet on mental health is still ongoing, but the findings to date are promising. Learn about what to eat to improve mental health here.Mental Health