Advanced brain imaging techniques reveal how adolescent brain development influences, and is influenced by, factors including chronic stress and mood disorders. The findings will be presented on ...

(Beyond Pesticides, June 7, 2023) A systematic review of scientific literature published in Environmental Research on the development of mood disorders among pesticide applicators (farmers, ...

Mood disorders include depressive disorders and bipolar disorders. These types of psychiatric disorders affect a person’s emotions and may cause severe lows, called depression, and highs, called mania ...

Nicole McDermott has worked in the creative content space for the last decade as a writer, editor and director. Her work has been featured on TIME Healthland, Prevention, Shape, USA Today, HuffPost, ...

New genetic research has identified a direct causal chain connecting the microorganisms in the human digestive tract to the ...

An analysis of major depressive disorder, covering diagnostic criteria, prevalence statistics across demographics, and ...

Detecting a child’s mental disorder can be difficult because many of the behaviors can also occur as part of normal development. As a result, some parents are hesitant to seek help. To help you ...

Omega-3 fatty acids may be a helpful add-on therapy for people taking antidepressants for mood disorders, but are not a standalone treatment for mental health conditions ...

A change coming to a key depression screening tool in the Minimum Data Set could affect how skilled nursing facilities assess residents for mood disorders and how they are reimbursed for related care.

The exact cause of personality disorders is unclear. However, genetics, neurological differences, and environmental factors may contribute to the development of these complex mental health conditions.