New research reveals how the vagus nerve is changed by social stress and how stimulation may help with severe depression.

People with OCD tend to over-prepare to reduce the chances of winding up in distressing spots. “You could spend hours mapping ...

This fear can cause intense anxiety that affects your daily life and functioning. Nyctophobia is a type of ...

Plant compounds like caffeine, L-theanine, tryptamines, and polyphenols can alter brain function, potentially influencing ...

Meanwhile, the gray matter in a pregnant person’s brain decreasing as the white matter increases is associated with “fine ...

It's common for depression and anxiety to co-exist, and having both can be more difficult for us to cope with than having ...

Experiencing anger is a natural part of being human, but frequent and intense outbursts can harm both your health and ...

Boca Raton native Lexi Hidalgo, who has been invited to the White House, will serve as an ambassador for Active Minds, a ...

Or perhaps, your spouse does not want to do the 5k with you, let them,” says Robbins. Not only does the ‘let them’ theory ...

Mental-health struggles have risen sharply among young Americans, and parents and lawmakers alike are scrutinizing life ...

CBD gummies are chewy, candy-like edibles infused with cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive compound derived from the hemp plant. Unlike THC, which is the psychoactive compound in marijuana, CBD does ...

As people age, the brain naturally changes. Cognitive decline and memory loss come into greater focus. Remembering names and memories may take longer than usual. Processing conversations may involve ...