Helping a Child with a Phobia
Fear is common in children, but sometimes it becomes extreme and disrupts life.
Category: Psychiatry
What You Should Know About Bipolar Disorder
This complex mental health condition is commonly misunderstood.
My Partner Has Narcissistic Personality Disorder. How Can I Cope?
Advice for dealing with a partner with narcissistic personality disorder.
8 Things You Might Not Know About Antidepressants
Medication can relieve painful symptoms of depression and anxiety.
What to Do When Stress Interferes with Daily Functioning
Extreme stress can trigger a nervous breakdown or even a psychotic episode.
4 Things to Know About Psychosis in Teenagers
It can be tough to distinguish between angst and mental illness in young people, but getting help quickly is critical.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in People with Cancer
About 1 in 5 will get PTSD after a diagnosis.
Your Brain, on Electricity
Weak streams of electricity directed into the brain could help conditions such as depression, schizophrenia and chronic pain.
What to Do if a Family Member or Friend Has Psychotic Symptoms
People suffering from serious mental illness need help, quickly.
Six Ways to Help Your Child Cope with Anxiety
It’s hard to see your child stressed. Here’s what to do to help.
How Deep Brain Stimulation Helps Parkinson’s Patients
The procedure can minimize symptoms and medication dosage to a dramatic effect.
Not So Merry This Holiday Season?
It’s common to feel down or depressed this season.