September 21, 2023

For the Young, Vaping & Chronic Stress Often Go Together

Young people who vape are more likely to experience chronic stress, though it isn’t clear whether it was the stress that brought on the vaping or the vaping that caused the stress, investigators say.

September 19, 2023

MDMA/Ecstasy Shows Even More Promise in Easing PTSD

A new study is adding to evidence that the party drug "ecstasy" can boost the benefits of talk therapy for people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

September 6, 2023

Anxious Driver? There Are Ways to Ease Your Stress

It’s not unusual to experience driving anxiety. Living in cities with heavy traffic, five-lane highways and little public transportation can make it even harder.

August 15, 2023

Suicide Rates Continue to Rise Among Americans

The mental health crisis hitting Americans shows no sign of abating, with provisional numbers for 2022 showing suicides rose by another 2.6% last year.

August 1, 2023

AHA News: Is Venting Good For Your Health?

Venting – the release of negative, pent-up emotions – can feel good. But is it actually good for you? Or does it do more harm than good to dwell on negative thoughts and feelings?

August 1, 2023

Over Half of People With Autoimmune Conditions Suffer Depression, Anxiety

More than half of all patients with autoimmune diseases also suffer from depression and anxiety -- but most are never asked about their mental health, a new study finds.