May 17, 2013: Latest Edition of Psychiatry's 'Bible' Launched Amid Controversy
Authors say it defines disorders more concisely; critics say it will lead to over-diagnosis and unnecessary treatments

May 16, 2013: Adult Children of Substance Abusers More Prone to Depression
Risk rose steeply if a parent had been addicted to alcohol or drugs, study found

May 16, 2013: Anti-Gay Bullying Tied to Teen Depression, Suicide
Suicidal thoughts more likely for kids victimized over sexual orientation, research finds

May 16, 2013: Depression May Boost Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women, Too
Although risk is still low, Australian study found it nearly doubled for depressed women in their 40s and 50s

May 16, 2013: 1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has a Mental Health Disorder: CDC
ADHD is most common current diagnosis in children aged 3 to 17

May 13, 2013: Daily Gene Rhythms May Be Off in Depressed People
Study found 'clock' in brain was disrupted in autopsies of those who suffered mental disorder at time of death

May 13, 2013: Creative Arts May Help Cancer Patients Cope
Review shows participation in dance, music, art or writing can soothe anxiety, depression and pain

May 07, 2013: Programming Implanted Defibrillators to React More Slowly Might Be Safer: Study
Unnecessary shocks from the heart devices are often distressing, come with their own risks, experts say

May 07, 2013: Docs Should Ask Heart Patients About Quality of Life
Surveys reveal how well people are doing mentally, physically, experts say

May 02, 2013: Steep Rise in Suicides Among Middle-Aged Americans, CDC Says
Rate rose by 28 percent since 1999; recession may have played a role, experts say

May 01, 2013: Medicaid Expansion Enhances Financial and Mental Well-Being, Study Says
Yet no clear evidence the program improves diabetes, high-blood pressure, other ills, at least in early years of enrollment

May 01, 2013: Many U.S. Teens Struggle With Extreme Fatigue: Survey
Problem often goes hand-in-hand with emotional disorders like depression, expert says

May 01, 2013: Antidepressants May Hasten Bypass Recovery, Study Finds
Mental health, pain improve sooner, researchers say

April 29, 2013: Some Antidepressants Linked to Bleeding Risk With Surgery
It's not clear whether SSRI drugs should be stopped before procedures, study says

April 25, 2013: Faith May Complement Treatment for Mental Illness
Patients with stronger belief in God did better in small study

April 23, 2013: Benefits Unclear of Screening Teens, Adults for Suicide Risk: Report
Task force stresses that finding does not apply to those with current or past mental health problems

April 11, 2013: Unemployment's Toll Can Be Heartbreaking
Resulting stress, anxiety, bad habits may lead to cardiovascular trouble

April 11, 2013: Severely Injured Vets May Need Ongoing Emotional Care
Mental health problems still significant after 2 years, study finds

April 05, 2013: Obesity Does Slow People Down, Study Confirms
Women may be caught in cycle of fatigue, lack of self-esteem, expert says

April 05, 2013: Mental Illness a Frequent Cell Mate for Those Behind Bars
Former inmate describes efforts to stay emotionally healthy after his release

April 05, 2013: College Sports Could Raise Players' Risk for Depression, Study Finds
Compared with former college athletes, those still in school had doubled odds, possibly due to stress, researchers say

March 29, 2013: Another Danger of Depression?
Benefits of exercise, modest alcohol consumption may be diminished, study says

March 28, 2013: Frequent Moves Take Toll on Poor Kids, Study Suggests
Fallout anticipated from U.S. housing crisis, researcher says

March 27, 2013: Poor 'Health Literacy' Keeps Patients From Taking Meds
In study, adults with diabetes who didn't grasp health info often skipped needed drugs

March 26, 2013: More Health Care Professionals Abusing Anesthesia Drug: Study
Those using propofol more likely to be women, depressed or have history of abuse, researchers say

March 22, 2013: Even a Little Pot Use Ups College Dropout Risk
Second study found similar connection with other drugs

March 21, 2013: Mental Illness May Not Impede Healthy Weight Loss, Study Says
Overweight patients on a 'lifestyle changes' program improved exercise, nutrition, shed more pounds

March 21, 2013: Patient Wishes Should Guide End-of-Life Care, Researchers Say
Less pain, lower costs seen when treatment is tailored to meet dying person's goals

March 21, 2013: Suicidal Thoughts More Common in Kids With Autism: Study
But expert advises parents not to panic over mood changes

March 20, 2013: Study: Antidepressant Use in Pregnancy May Not Affect Baby's Growth
Psychiatrist says untreated depression has health consequences for mother, baby

March 20, 2013: Meth in Pregnancy May Blunt Child's Reaction to Stress: Study
Combination of methamphetamine, troubled home environment muted toddlers' responses

March 19, 2013: Anxiety, Depression May Triple Risk of Death for Heart Patients: Study
Researcher recommends stress-reducing measures

March 15, 2013: With Certain Strokes, Effects Can Persist a Decade Later
'Survivorship care plans' might help people cope with quality-of-life concerns, study suggests

March 15, 2013: Childhood Depression May Be Tied to Later Heart Risk: Study
For these kids, obesity, smoking and inactivity more likely in adolescence, preliminary research shows

March 13, 2013: Relatives Who Witness Loved One's CPR Fare Better: Study
Researchers found they were less likely to suffer PTSD, depression or anxiety later

March 12, 2013: Antipsychotic Meds Not That Helpful for Depression: Study
These drugs, meant for other conditions, come with side effects including weight gain

March 08, 2013: Newly Hired Emergency Workers Who Witness Trauma May Struggle Afterward
But police, firefighters who had been on job a long time were unaffected

March 08, 2013: 'Violent Behavior' Occurs in Many Adult Sleepwalkers, Study Finds
Those with disorder risk injury, fatigue and other health problems, researchers report

March 07, 2013: Vision Loss, Depression May Be Linked, Study Finds
Better recognition of mental health issues warranted, expert says

March 06, 2013: Insomnia Might Boost Heart Failure Risk
Large Norwegian study looked at poor sleep quality, disease development over 11 years

March 04, 2013: Anxiety May Be More Common Than Depression After Pregnancy
Study found nearly 1 in 5 women has postpartum anxiety, but it fades fairly quickly

March 04, 2013: ADHD Can Often Persist Into Adulthood
Study found almost a third of patients still had disorder at 27, along with other mental health issues

March 04, 2013: Health Tip: When Grief Becomes Depression
Look for these warning signs

March 01, 2013: Survey Tallies Menopause Symptoms' Toll
As hot flash severity rises, productivity and quality of life may fall

March 01, 2013: Stress Disorder May Be Common Among ICU Patients on Ventilators
Study found some patients had symptoms of PTSD up to 2 years later

February 28, 2013: Shared Genes May Link ADHD, Autism and Depression
Largest study of its kind also found ties to schizophrenia, bipolar disorders

February 27, 2013: Depressed Patients May Gain From Self-Help Books, Websites
These low-intensity interventions deemed good first steps in treatment

February 20, 2013: Childhood Bullying Can Leave Lifelong Scars
Study found both victims and bullies can suffer psychological disorders as adults

February 18, 2013: Patients Often Ill-Informed on Impact of Heart Device
Doctors focus on technical side of implantable defibrillator, not its effect on quality of life: study

February 18, 2013: Exercise May Stave Off Depression in Severely Obese
Study found as little as 8 minutes of daily activity helped patients scheduled for weight-loss surgery