When your life seems to be spinning out of control, it's OK to seek professional mental health help.
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A psychiatric evaluation will look at symptoms and when they happen, as well as what impact they have on family and work relationships.
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If you’re interested in joining an online support group, read on to learn more about finding one that's right for you.
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In older people, it's easy to mistake memory problems for the everyday forgetfulness that some people experience as they grow older.
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How do you know when your emotions are the everyday kind that are likely to get better with time? Or when it's time to get help? Read on to find out.
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Meditation allows you to become more aware and more deliberate about your actions. It teaches you how to respond rather than react to situations in your life.
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A growing number of scientific studies indicate that optimistic people tend to live longer and have better physical and mental health than pessimistic people.
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"Formal" caregivers are paid for their services and have had training and education in providing care. "Informal" caregivers, also called family caregivers, are people who provide care to family or friends, usually without payment.
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More than 22 million Americans are involved in some form of helping elderly family members or friends with their daily routines. If you're part of this group, whether you call yourself a caregiver, or simply a good daughter or son, you know that caring for an aging parent or friend has its rewards and its trials.
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