Mental Health
What is 'excited delirium' — and why did California ban the term?
“Excited delirium is often used when there’s a death associated with a physical altercation between a citizen and law enforcement,” said one expert. “It’s not a real explanation for the death.”
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New Yorkers are ditching therapists for psychics: 'I just kind of gave up'
No one could have seen this coming — except perhaps, those with the gift of second sight.
I’m horrified by nasty stickers — my pittakionophobia is a real thing
Her fear of sticky stuff is so intense that she's banned fruits and vegetables carrying a produce sticker from her home.
Personality disorders 3 times more likely in liver disease patients: new studyÂ
Personality disorders can include borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder.
AI Van Gogh talks suicide, struggles with visitors to Paris museum: 'Revelation'
The exhibit, which also incorporates virtual reality elements, promises to be a "revelation" upon a Dutch master "everyone knew," Musée d’Orsay President Christophe Leribault said.
Teens are on phones every waking hour — here's what parents can do: experts
New research from Common Sense Media found that nearly half of 11- to 17-year-olds receive at least 237 notifications on their phones daily — and in some cases up to...
‘Emotional support Barbies’ can improve adults’ mental health: psychologist
Life can be a little more fantastic with some plastic.
Are 'self-care days' a cure-all or just a temporary fix?
Forget once-a-month bubble baths—instead, new research shines a light on smaller daily acts of self-care.
Having negative thoughts? Here's how to suppress them to improve mental health
120 volunteers across 16 countries were trained to "suppress their negative thoughts about negative events that worried them."
Smoking more than doubles your risk of mental illness: new study
"The numbers speak for themselves — smoking does cause mental illness," said one expert who believes they've proven it's the root cause of mental illnesses like depression, bipolar disorder and...
People who trust their gut are suckers for 'bulls--t' conspiracy theories: scientists
For many people, what they feel is true must be reality, simply because they feel it is.
Much-hated Disney princesses are actually good for a child's self-image: study
For many Disney princesses, "their stories are more about what they can do with their bodies than how their bodies look," said one researcher.
People who 'manifest' big dreams are more likely to go bankrupt: study
If you dream it, you can do it -- or maybe just go broke: "We expected to see overoptimism but results like bankruptcy were surprising."
Ex-Playboy playmate Kendra Wilkinson rushed to ER, desperate for help
Her spokesperson confirmed TMZ's reporting that Wilkinson was overwhelmed raising two kids and growing her real estate business.
What is 'Girlhood'? TikTok's viral advice blog for Gen Z girls explained
Being a teenage girl is hard -- social media and societal pressures don't make it any better.
I have 93 'alter' personalities — I found a partner to love each one
"I just wish people understood a bit more about DID, as they would realize it's not as complicated as it may seem," Amber Lodge said of dissociative identity disorder.
'The Office' star Rainn Wilson reveals difficult childhood: 'A lot of pain'
"I experienced a lot of pain in my life and a lot of suffering with anxiety and depression and addiction," Wilson admitted.
Bosses are tracking — and judging — your social media posts for mental health red flags
Oversharing on social media may seem like the norm, but experts warn potential employers are not enthralled by applicants' digital trauma dumping.
Josh Seiter, 'Bachelorette' alum, allegedly dead at 36 after depression struggle: report
The law-student-turned-exotic-dancer later admitted to going on "The Bachelorette" for fame, not love.
AI chatbot aims to provide support for women with postpartum depression
The AI chatbot’s algorithm is trained to handle common postpartum questions and issues — such as trouble with personal connections and breastfeeding challenges.
Eating too much junk food increases risk of a mental health crisis: study
New research shows a connection between consumption of highly-processed foods and "elevated" mental duress later in life.