Loneliness and social isolation may hurt the heart both literally and figuratively, according to an ever-expanding body of ...

In the United States, about 1 in 5 adults have some type of mental illness (mental health condition). However, mental health challenges can affect people of any age. Symptoms of mental health ...

Isolation is not our normal state. That fact has become abundantly clear these past few months as we have been relegated to socializing less frequently and using virtual means when we do. And while ...

Behavioral activation therapy helps individuals break the cycle of inactivity and low mood by encouraging engagement in meaningful activities, even when motivation is low. If you’re looking for ways ...

So many people need advice on their mental health in this country that there are not enough professionals to meet their needs. So what if a computer could help? Some people seek answers from an app on ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – An event in Springfield on Saturday aimed to bring the community together, and combat depression and social isolation among seniors ahead of Thanksgiving. Dozens attended ...

The isolation of chronic disease isn't just about being physically alone; it's also emotional and social, says columnist ...

It's clear that chronic stress can impact our behavior, leading to problems like depression, reduced interest in things that previously brought us pleasure, even PTSD. It's clear that chronic stress ...

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one type of psychotherapy that effectively treats depression. It is a short-term, goal-oriented therapy that helps people change their thoughts and behaviors to ...