Mental Health News & Features

May 12, 2023 — New CDC data suggests that the teen mental health crisis is improving, with year-over-year mental health emergency room visits declining significantly from 2021 to 2022.

May 9, 2023 — Just as a teenager must be trained to drive a car before getting a driver’s license, young people should be trained in how to safely use social media, says the top U.S. organization for therapists and psychologists.

April 13, 2023 — During the first full year of the pandemic, the U.S. suicide rate increased more than in any year in the previous two decades, a new analysis from the CDC shows.

Exposure to violence, whether from police or elsewhere in the community, can cause health effects that last a lifetime.

March 8, 2023 — What to know about "rust out" -- which can lead to burnout -- and what you can do about it.

February 27, 2023 — Exercise can be more effective than therapy or medication when treating depression and anxiety, according to researchers in Australia.

February 8, 2023 — A recent study showed that nearly one-third of students worldwide said their mental health has worsened since returning to campus following the COVID-19 lockdowns.

January 23, 2023 — A national suicide and crisis hotline has been serving many more people since the call-in number switched to 988 last summer.

January 20, 2023 — Having one’s symptoms dismissed by a health care professional is sometimes called “medical gaslighting." Here's what to know about it.

January 11, 2023 — What some middle schools are doing to decrease phone usage among students.

December 15, 2022 — Young people are breaking generational thought patterns surrounding colorism despite making older generations “uncomfortable,” according to mental health professionals.

December 1, 2022 — In our new docu-series “Color by WebMD: WebMD’s Exploration of Race and Mental Health,” we’ll be diving into texturism and its impact on many Black and Latino people. We’ll also look at ways to gain more appreciation for your naturally beautiful coils and curls.

November 14, 2022 — In our new docuseries, “Color by WebMD: WebMD’s Exploration of Race and Mental Health,” we look more into the mental health implications of experiencing colorism, often from those closest to you, as well as how to overcome the trauma that can come along with these painful encounters.

November 2, 2022 — In our new docu-series, “Color by WebMD: WebMD’s Exploration of Race and Mental Health,” we’ll start off addressing colorism – the silent nemesis of people of color – and the costly mental health effects of dealing with this phenomenon.

Find out what mental health teletherapy services are available in Spanish.

There’s no magic answer to prevent suicide. The key is to somehow weather the emotionally turbulent storm instead of succumbing to the moment.

A recent surge in factitious disorder has taken place online, and it appears to be due largely to TikTok.

If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, 988 is a new way to call, text, or chat the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Find out what to expect.

Tech companies and research institutions are among those working on ways to flag subtle signs of suicide risk and alert a human to intervene. Find out about this approach to suicide prevention.

Self-harm can be scary, but it’s not the problem — it’s a symptom of big emotions under the surface.

Finding mental health help can be harder in rural areas. Find out more about where to find resources.

What mental health resources are available for people in prison? Get the facts.

Battered woman syndrome is a form of trauma. The psychological effects of living with constant abuse and control make it almost impossible for some women to leave their partners.

Find out why your therapist may not tell you what to do about a certain situation, depending on the type of therapy you get.

Sometimes grief over the death of a loved one can cut so deep so that it’s hard to get over your mourning. That’s especially true if the relationship had unresolved issues or other complicating factors.

Learn what reverse psychology is, when it’s used, and whether or not it’s effective.

Learn about being a diehard sports fan and its effects on your mental health.

Learn about how denial affects your life.

The characteristics associated with your personality type impact your health in good and bad ways. Learn how to tell if you’re a Type B personality and what it means for your health.

Learn about the most common personality disorders including obsessive compulsive personality disorder and narcissistic personality disorder.

If you’re LGBTQ, there are issues that might affect your mental health and the care you receive for it. Here’s what to know.

You can’t control how people react to your mental illness, but you can control who you tell, what you say, and when. Use these suggestions and sample phrases to prepare.

It isn’t always easy to be in a relationship with someone who has borderline personality disorder. Learn how to set boundaries, work toward a healthy relationship, and know when to walk away.

What can you do if your partner or ex-partner is narcissistic? Find out how to tell if someone is a narcissist, what to do, what not to do, and how to protect your child.

Learn how to tell if your mother is a narcissist, what to do, and what not to do.

Sometimes people drain your energy. Learn how to spot -- and what to do about -- these emotional vampires.

Not every family fits the happy, loving ideal. For some, family dynamics are downright unhealthy, or even dangerous. Learn how to spot toxic behavior, shed guilt, put up boundaries, and keep distance to safeguard your own well-being.

If you have OCD tendencies, you may want to try meditation. Learn more about how this holistic therapy works to curb compulsions and obsessive thoughts.

If someone you love has PTSD, you’re living with it too. Learn how you can help them and yourself.

Feeling lonely these days -- maybe more than normal? Take these steps to help you get through it.

Even as an adult, the death of a parent is devastating. These strategies can help you learn about and manage your grief.

If you’ve been struggling with PTSD, this simple daily practice you can do anywhere may be able to help. Learn how meditation can lower your stress levels.

Research shows we all grieve differently. Men grieve differently than women. Soldiers grieve differently.

Taraji P. Henson is working to draw attention to mental health issues facing the black community.

After a serious injury, your physical recovery is only part of the healing process. Learn how your mental health can factor in to your quest to get better.

Going through a trauma is common. Here’s what to do next.

About half of Americans will go through at least one traumatic event in their lives. When they do, their minds and bodies may go through some changes. Here’s why.

These famous faces are joining forces to encourage others to open up about mental health issues.

The singer and actress reveals why she entered rehab for the second time.

Wondering how to feel less anxious? Learn ways to ease anxiety naturally.