Pregnancy is an exciting time. You will soon become a parent to an adorable, tiny human. You may expect to experience the rollercoaster of emotions during pregnancy, or emotions may catch you off guard. Some women feel joy at every flutter or kick, marveling at their changing bodies. For other Read more…
Alcohol abuse refers to a range of unhealthy drinking behaviors including binge drinking (heavy episodic drinking), alcohol dependence and chronic alcohol drinking. In extreme cases, alcohol abuse result in health problems for individuals causing serious diseases. The relationship between alcohol use and some health conditions is complex. For some health Read more…
Autism spectrum disorder is a condition related to brain development that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others, causing problems in social interaction and communication. The disorder also includes limited and repetitive patterns of behavior. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), a publication by the Read more…
Depression among older adults is more common than ever. And the most significant threat is that many don’t seek help. Depression may be more common as people age, but perhaps the biggest threat to older adults’ mental health is that many of them fail to recognize its symptoms and seriousness. Read more…
The last few months of any year, with deadlines and holidays, often create a harried pace. The beginning of a new year can give you a chance to exhale. But even if you experience a few serene days or weeks, tight shoulders and tension are never far off. Family stress. Read more…
How to Help a Loved One Suffering From Loneliness? You are worried about your mother. Before the pandemic, you would visit her every week with your young children. They loved playing in her garden and eating homemade cookies together. You would take your mother to medical appointments and on small Read more…
Stress Effect on the Brain Regular exposure to stress can impact our physical and mental health, but how does it affect our brains? One new Harvard Medical School study answers that question. Stress — especially when we experience it regularly — takes a significant toll on our minds and bodies. Read more…