February 11, 2012: John, Mary, Joe: Simpler Names May Help You Get Ahead
Study suggests easy moniker can help people win promotions, make friends

February 10, 2012: Most Teens Who Self-Harm Are Not Evaluated for Mental Health in ER
Researchers say suicide risk is highest soon after such an incident

February 10, 2012: HIV Severity, Treatment Unrelated to Kids' Mental Woes: Study
No evidence found to link antiretroviral therapy with severity of psychiatric symptoms

February 08, 2012: Obesity Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms
As weight increases, so do patient reports of greater pain, poor quality of life, researchers say

February 08, 2012: Depressed Kids May Be Targets for Bullying, Study Suggests
New research challenges notion that bullying leads to mental health woes

February 07, 2012: Moving Homes Often in Childhood Might Affect Long-Term Health
Frequently uprooted kids were more likely to drink heavily, smoke as adults, study says

February 06, 2012: Does Abortion in First Trimester Raise Risk of Mental Ills' Return?
Danish study found women who gave birth were more likely to be readmitted in the month afterwards

February 06, 2012: Antidepressants May Not Raise Suicide Risk in Youth: Study
Despite 'black box warning' for drugs such as Prozac, no increase -- or decrease -- was found

February 06, 2012: College Degree Lowers Marriage Odds for Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds
Education can bridge the income gap, but not social or cultural differences, study says

February 03, 2012: Smaller Plate Won't Help Your Diet, Research Shows
People eat until full regardless of the dinnerware, researcher says

February 03, 2012: Questionnaire Could Help Predict Alzheimer's: Study
21 simple questions may help docs determine which patients need more testing, researchers say

February 03, 2012: Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?
Small study suggests 'biomarker' levels might help support a diagnosis, but more research needed

February 02, 2012: Pleasure in Scratching an Itch May Depend on Location
Sensation is especially intense in ankles, researchers say

February 02, 2012: 'People Pleasers' More Prone to Overeating: Study
They often yield to pressure to indulge more in social situations, researchers say

February 02, 2012: If Your Dining Partner Overeats, So May You
In study, women mimicked eating behavior of new acquaintances, matching them bite for bite

February 01, 2012: Worrying Too Much Might Raise Your Risk for Stroke
Study found a personality trait called 'harm avoidance' also marked by self-doubt, fatigue

January 30, 2012: Even Strangers Can Make You Feel Left Out
Eye contact conveys a sense of belonging -- or not, researchers say

January 30, 2012: Nurturing Moms May Help Their Child's Brain Develop
Study found toddlers with loving mothers had more growth in key brain area

January 30, 2012: What Would Jesus Do? Maybe Not What I'd Do, Survey of Christians Finds
Liberals and conservatives say they have views on morality, fellowship that might not mesh with teachings

January 28, 2012: Winter Doldrums Got You Down? Here's How to Bounce Back
Adding lights, exercise can help people battling seasonal affective disorder, doctor says

January 27, 2012: Discrimination Seems to Harm Health Regardless of Race
Unfair treatment that is race-based linked to reports of poor health in both blacks and whites

January 27, 2012: Positive Reinforcement May Help Patients Take Their Meds
Upbeat thoughts plus education boosted adherence among blacks with high blood pressure, study found

January 27, 2012: People May Lie More When Texting: Study
Researchers suggest it's easier to deceive than when in person or during video chat

January 26, 2012: Working Too Much Can Give You the Blues
Staying on the job 11 hours or more each day doubles the risk for depression, study shows

January 23, 2012: Living Together May Be Mentally Healthier Than Marriage: Study
Once the honeymoon's over, wedded couples grow less happy and social, research claims

January 23, 2012: Narcissism Especially Bad for Men's Health, Study Says
Traits such as entitlement, exploitativeness may raise levels of stress hormone

January 23, 2012: Parents May Hold Key to Treating Kids' Obesity
Heart association identifies successful strategies for helping children to achieve weight loss

January 23, 2012: Study Shows How Stress Triggers Immune System
Conflict fires up molecules related to inflammation, researchers report

January 23, 2012: Bosses Have Big Impact on Workplace Well-Being
Treating employees badly can backfire as productivity drops, researchers say

January 20, 2012: Treating Diabetes, Depression Together May Make Sense
Study found both conditions improved when addressed simultaneously

January 19, 2012: 1 in 5 U.S. Adults Suffers Mental Ills: Report
But, lack of insurance blocks many from treatment, experts say

January 18, 2012: Gossiping Might Be Good for You
Telling others when you see someone behaving badly makes you feel better, study suggests

January 18, 2012: Sleep Might Help Deepen Traumatic Memories
Staying awake after disturbing event weakened emotional response upon recall, study found

January 15, 2012: Do Men Flash Cash to Find a Mate?
Guys may subconsciously flaunt wealth in situations where males outnumber females, study suggests

January 13, 2012: Weight Gain Often Unrecognized by Young Women
Those on birth control shots and young black women more alert to added pounds, study finds

January 13, 2012: Bored Workers Often Turn to Chocolate, Booze, Study Finds
These unhealthy treats are common ways of dealing with office ennui, research shows

January 13, 2012: Work-Life Balance Tougher for Couples With Similar Jobs
They work longer hours, are more committed to their jobs than others, study finds

January 12, 2012: Music May Ease Anxiety, Pain in Prostate Biopsy Patients
Men who listened to Bach with headphones during procedure seemed less stressed, study says

January 05, 2012: Missed Naps Could Put Toddlers at Risk for Mood Disorders
Study found lack of sleep hampers ability to express feelings

January 04, 2012: Need Help? Seek Out the Humble
They're more likely to offer assistance without being pressured, research shows

January 03, 2012: Most Adults With Facial Disfigurement Adapt Psychologically
Study found some depression, anxiety in those with congenital disfigurement

January 02, 2012: With Depression, Helping Others May in Turn Help You
Random acts of kindness can snowball into more positive mood overall, experts say

December 30, 2011: PTSD, Respiratory Problems May Be Linked in 9/11 Responders
Study found connection was stronger in nontraditional responders than police

December 29, 2011: Music May Help Ease Pain for Anxious People
By engaging the mind, melodies compete with pain pathways, researchers say

December 29, 2011: Even Today, the Stigma of Mental Illness Won't Fade
And that can cause people to feel isolated, afraid -- and even forgo treatments

December 29, 2011: Virginia Man Won't Let His Mental Illness Define Him
He overcomes decades-long struggle with paranoid schizophrenia, and is now helping others

December 28, 2011: Eating Disorders Can Last Well Beyond Teen Years
Experts are finding that adult stresses often trigger lingering problems

December 28, 2011: In High-Tech Age, the Good Old Letter Still Holds Sway
Soldiers found lasting comfort, solace and a shield against PTSD from such personal notes

December 27, 2011: Adversity, Trauma May Boost Mental Toughness
Living through difficulty -- up to a point -- can build resiliency, study shows

December 27, 2011: Poor People May Be Quicker to Be Kind
Study suggests the more affluent face fewer obstacles, slower to recognize suffering of others