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A new study finds that 19.2% of adolescents use AI chatbots when feeling sad, nervous, or stressed, and most do not tell their parents they are seeking mental health advice from AI.

A major new study finds mental disorders now rank as the leading cause of disability worldwide, with anxiety disorders and major depressive disorder rising sharply since the COVID-19 pandemic.

A new study finds children’s mental health visits in primary care are rising sharply — especially for anxiety — as many families struggle to access mental health specialists.

A new study finds picture-perfect mom posts on social media can cause serious harm to new moms, but adding a daily dose of real-life content can help lessen the emotional impact.

Tears don’t automatically bring relief—and can sometimes make you feel worse, according to a new study. It all depends on why you’re crying.

A new study finds transcranial magnetic stimulation, used for treatment-resistant depression, can provide significant symptom relief in just days instead of weeks.

A new study finds cancer patients who develop a new mental health condition are at increased risk of mortality in the first one to three years after diagnosis.

Teens who regularly drink large amounts of sugar-sweetened beverages — including soda, energy drinks, sweetened teas and coffee drinks — are more likely to report symptoms of anxiety.

A large, new study finds menopause is associated with brain changes and poorer mental health — whether or not women use hormone therapy.

A new study finds addictive binge-watching may be an attempt to escape loneliness and improve emotions, at least temporarily.

A new study finds both heavy use and zero use of social media can negatively impact teen well-being.

A small long-term study suggests women who breastfeed are less likely to report depression or anxiety up to 10 years after pregnancy.

A new study finds classic video games spark childlike wonder in university students leading to greater happiness and a lower risk of burnout from academic stress.

A new study finds a rising number of boys and young men are being diagnosed with muscle dysmorphia, a mental health condition that makes them feel “too small” or “not muscular enough.”

In a new study, young adults who kicked their social media habit for one week reported less anxiety, depression and insomnia.

In a new poll, the majority of parents say mental health and belonging are just as important as reinforced buildings for school safety.

A new study shows early smartphone use leads to family conflict and hidden mental distress among adolescents.

A new study finds the COVID-19 pandemic hit students with anxiety, depression and ADHD especially hard -- and for many, the challenges to engage in learning continue.

A new study finds women with hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe form of pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting, are more than 50% more likely to develop 13 serious mental health conditions.

In a new study, college students with major depressive disorder who followed a keto diet experienced a significant drop in depression symptoms and an increase in overall well-being.

HealthDay speaks with Dr. Nicole Brady, CMO of United Healthcare, about the surprising results of their new Behavioral Health Report on college students and recent graduates.

Marijuana products with high levels of THC increase the risk of psychosis and schizophrenia, according to a new evidence review, but their impact on anxiety and depression remains unclear.

With youth mental health at crisis levels, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines recommending mental, developmental and behavioral health screenings beginning at 6 months of age and continuing annually.

A new study finds kids given smartphones before the age of 13 are more likely to have poorer mental health by the age of 18.

A new study identifies three medical emergencies that account for the most EMS calls at schools. Researchers recommend improved training for these target areas.

A new study finds exercise decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety in children and teens – and may offer an alternative to antidepressants.

A new study finds a single dose of psilocybin provides long-term relief from symptoms of depression and anxiety in cancer patients.