In a pair of new studies, researchers found that older adults who challenge themselves to learn new things are less likely to experience loneliness or depression, even during times of major upheaval.

MONTH. ACCORDING TO A RECENT STUDY BY THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS, NEARLY HALF OF YOUNG ADULTS AGED 18 TO 25 REPORTED SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION. THAT’S COMPARED TO ABOUT A THIRD ...

Physical health often takes center stage in our pursuit of wellness. We hit the gym, track our steps and optimize our nutrition in the name of maintaining a healthy body. These are all worthy goals.

One powerful action you can take to improve your mental health at any age is strengthening your social connectedness. Yet, certain life events can leave older adults feeling isolated and lonely, like ...

America has put a particular emphasis since the pandemic on addressing an ongoing mental health and loneliness crisis, particularly among teens. While it was warranted to worry about teens, another ...

Mental illness affects more than 50 million Americans. A large percentage of people go without treatment for mental illness every year. Cost is the biggest reason people go without the help they need; ...

A recent New York Times article grabbed attention with its provocative headline: “A.D.H.D. Diagnoses Are Surging Among Older Americans.” At first glance, this seems like an important story about ...