Mental Health

Why winter triggers seasonal depression and what works best to ease SAD

Winter blues are common, but SAD is a recurring depressive condition that needs attention. From overlooked symptoms to light therapy and sleep routines, here's what experts recommend

Noise pollution and mental health: Why constant sound keeps you stressed

As cities grow louder, experts warn chronic noise drives stress hormones, disrupts sleep, impairs focus and increases vulnerability to anxiety and mood disorders

Why airline pilots hide mental-health struggles despite stress at work

Despite growing stress and burnout, many pilots avoid reporting mental-health concerns due to lengthy medical reviews and career repercussions

Are you the eldest daughter? A psychologist explains why it feels heavy

As 'eldest daughter syndrome' trends online, psychologists unpack the real dynamics behind it, from early caregiving and perfectionism to burnout, guilt and people-pleasing

Why we keep smoking despite knowing the damage it does to our health

Smoking is not just a bad habit, doctors say; it is nicotine, stress relief, routine and brain conditioning working together, which is why quitting can feel far harder than it looks

Eldest, middle, or youngest: Does birth order shape who you finally become?

Does being the firstborn, middle child or youngest shape personality? Psychologists say effects are small, while culture, parenting styles and sibling roles matter far more

Are you the eldest child? Here's what it does to your mental health

Why do so many first-borns feel both pride and pressure? Psychologists explain how family dynamics, gender expectations and cultural norms shape what people now call the "eldest child syndrome"

How starting exercise in your 40s can reduce dementia risk by nearly half

A major long-term study tracking adults for 37 yrs finds that regular physical activity in your 40s, 50s and beyond can cut dementia risk by up to 45 per cent, even in those with genetic vulnerability

6 expert-backed ways parents can build better routines for kids with ADHD

Clear structure, calm communication, and simple, predictable habits can make daily life far smoother for families, helping children with ADHD feel secure and regulated.

Why so many men avoid therapy even when struggling, according to doctors

Across age groups, men continue to avoid mental health support even when they are struggling. Experts explain why this happens and what needs to change to make help accessible

Can low vitamin D increase depression risk? Global evidence says yes

A global review of 66 studies across 31 countries finds adults with very low vitamin D levels face a higher risk of depression, especially when levels drop below 30 nmol/L

Nike ends initiative that offered employees a week off for wellness

Nike's annual "Wellness Week," had been held each August, with the world's largest sportswear company powering down its corporate headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon, to give staff more time to unwind

Why do people with schizophrenia hear voices? Scientists finally decode

EEG scans reveal that the brain mistakes its own inner voice for an external one in people with schizophrenia, offering new insight into how auditory hallucinations arise

Fasting and focus: Science shows your brain performs just fine without food

Adults showed no measurable decline in mental performance when fasting, but children and adolescents did worse on tests when they skipped meals

Stress and heartbreak may have triggered Kim Kardashian's brain aneurysm

Reality star Kim Kardashian linked her brain aneurysm to extreme stress after her divorce. Neurologists explain why mental strain can have dangerous physical effects

AI therapy apps promise comfort, but can they truly understand you?

As AI chatbots flood the mental health space, experts question whether digital empathy can ever replace human understanding, and where the line between support and therapy really lies

Feeling low? These simple five-minute acts could boost happiness fast

A global study of nearly 18,000 people finds that just five to ten minutes of simple daily acts like expressing gratitude or celebrating others can lower stress and boost happiness

Are you in a 'swag gap' relationship? How it impacts mental health

The invisible divide between partners in confidence and visibility or 'swag gap' is a modern love dilemma. Experts explain how keeping up with your partner's social presence can affect mental health

Festival stress syndrome: Why festive cheer can sometimes feel overwhelming

Between social obligations, family expectations, and packed calendars, festivals can leave you more drained than delighted. Experts explain the festival stress syndrome and ways to cope with it

Why loneliness hits harder during Diwali, and how to cope with it

For singles, and those far from family, Diwali can feel isolating. Experts explain why festive joy often deepens the ache of solitude, and how to ease it