Use of a common pain reliever during pregnancy could increase the risk of children developing ADHD, new research has found. Experts weigh in on the findings.

Food, nutrition, health and wellness are all bound up together inextricably. But for people who have eating disorders, the simple act of eating a healthy, satisfying meal can become an ...

Survivor- and community-initiated recovery activities are helpful in the initial aftermath of a disaster. School-based mental ...

In a broader effort to address sleep and mental health concerns for all age groups, China has announced plans to establish sleep and mental health clinics in every prefecture-level city by the end of ...

Nyctophobia, or an extreme fear of darkness, affects both children and adults, often stemming from past trauma, anxiety ...

A new study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry has uncovered a link between social anxiety and how ...

A new study from the Research Center for Child Psychiatry at the University of Turku in Finland screened school-age children ...

Researchers are looking for ways to better conceptualize mental illnesses and reflect the natural variance clinicians see in the consulting room, rather than rely on traditional categories.

A global study revealed a dramatic rise in mental health issues among children and adolescents during the pandemic, with 123 million new cases in 2021.

Teaching mindfulness to children helps them develop emotional resilience, enhance focus, and manage stress effectively.

State Rep. Mary Gonzales said on average, children spend 3.5 hours on social media every day, increasing their risk of ...