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Mental health and behavior

Find out everything you need to know about mental health, including awareness, services, treatments and more.

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Loneliness may be deadlier than obesity—and other shocking facts
About 42.6 million US adults over age 45 report chronic loneliness, but younger people may also b...

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4 simple ways to avoid feeling lonely
Loneliness and isolation can have serious health effects—but being proactive goes a long wa...

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U.S. surgeon general cautions against “epidemic of loneliness”
Loneliness has serious health consequences. Learn how it can affect your heart, brain, and risk for ...

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9 things everyone should know about depression (even if you're not depressed)
It can affect anyone, aggravate pain, and worsen heart disease. But that’s not all.

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6 types of depression you need to know about
Plus, ways to get mental health help.

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Coping with seasonal affective disorder: 4 treatments that help
Each year, nearly half a million Americans have symptoms of SAD. Here’s what to do about it.

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Are you tired, burned out—or depressed?
Sometimes the lines seem blurred, and you may not be able to tell the difference. Learn the best way...

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Want to improve your well-being? Change how you think
Learn what’s involved in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and why just about anyone could benefit ...

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What you need to know to help manage anxiety
Safety, health, and money are among the top contributors to anxious feelings. Here's how to find rel...

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9 simple strategies to stop worrying
Anxious, stressed, overwhelmed? Check out these scientifically backed ways to boost mood and worr...