Depression

Deficiencies in zinc can play a role in depression and a new way to enhance lithium may hold promise for bipolar disorder

Culture strongly shapes the stresses on new mothers

While millions of people are comfortable seeking help from a psychologist, psychiatrist, or other counselor, others—maybe you included—would rather pass a kidney stone than make an appointment with a therapist. This week, the Savvy Psychologist helps you (or someone you love) get over 5 common myths and fears about therapy

Every hour less per night increases the risk of sadness, substance abuse and suicidal thoughts

Victims tend to suffer in silence, making it difficult for parents to identify and address the problem

Experiments that separate infant monkeys from their mothers cause profound and unnecessary suffering. They should be stopped

An overactive immune response can cause depression

The link between cardiovascular problems and depression starts young

Treating the anxiety inherent in a “watchful waiting” approach might help patients make better medical choices

Peer counselors are playing a growing role in guiding newcomers to mental health care

A pilot study with the shamanic brew hints at its therapeutic potential

Orange Is the New Black, the popular Netflix show based on the memoir by Piper Kerman, brought female prisons into America's living room, highlighting several issues that are plaguing the correctional system.