A therapist's job is to "nudge" and "guide" their clients to become the person they envision themselves to be.

Studies show that having parks in the neighborhood improves cognitive functioning, while pedestrian and bike paths reduce stressful commutes.

The link between memory and purpose may help researchers work towards better outcomes for physical and mental health.

New Delhi ranks second on this list, suggesting that half the world population vulnerable to life-threatening heat is based in India.

"Depending on the situation, profanity can serve as a painkiller, mood-booster or even social bonding tool."

Furled by user-survivor activists, a new movement seeks to make institutions the last resort and instead address mental health needs through community care and support.

Families often "discard" women whose mental illness becomes too burdensome, leaving them trapped in institutions without agency.

In India, what we’re often told is “love” and “care” is actually a violation of boundaries -- making us prone to overlook abuse.

“People carry food and their food identities with them. So, familiarity and comfort are key elements in how they heal."

"When I got rediagnosed -- I felt everyone was going to hate me. I was suicidal mainly because of how badly BPD is portrayed in the media."

By encouraging resignations with versions of #loveyourself, social media culture ignores social security for young people.

The discovery could lead to treatments to help those suffering from body image issues or those with eating disorders, the researchers say.

My study showed that a staggering 34% of mothers from low-income groups had postpartum depression, and desperately needed psychiatric help.

"Even small increases in NO2 in the atmosphere can lead to a 32% higher risk of needing outpatient treatment for mental health."

A series in which The Swaddle team indulges your pity party with advice you'll probably ignore.

Mind-wandering spurs creativity and planning, putting off immediate desires in favor of future rewards.

"We live in a global society and there are people everywhere that hear the same messages about how important it is to be busy and productive."

"...keeping the brain active can help build cognitive reserve, a type of resilience that helps the brain ‘rewire’ its connections."