Emotional Health INFO CENTER

Being On the Down Low May Not Help

Bisexual men often hide their sexual orientation more often than gay men, according to research. They also tend to have poorer mental health. Is there a connection between the two?

Junior Seau Suffered Brain Disease

Star NFL linebacker Junior Seau's suicide last year stunned the nation. Now scientists have found he suffered from a brain disease probably caused by a career of hits to his head.

Dad, Don't Suck it Up

Mental illness often runs in families. Children are generally at a higher risk for a mental disorder if a parent has one. These patterns can show up very early in children's lives.

Major Depression Does Vary by Age & Gender

Everybody gets a little blue from time to time, but major depressive episodes can be an indicator of future troubles. Recognizing symptoms and getting help early may make a difference.

Tell Me How You Really Feel, Kiddo

Temper tantrums are typical for toddlers ages 2 and 3. They are supposed to get better as children get older. But a child with good language skills may improve even more quickly.

It's Time for Recess!

Teachers might look forward to recess as much as children do. It's a chance to let kids run off their energy. But recess is also an important daily part of children's overall development.

Are You Angry – or Grateful?

Seeking strength from God to deal with illness is just as common as being angry at God for an illness. But the way these two attitudes affect an individual is quite different.

Warm Yourself with Heart-Warming Memories

Having a hard time staying warm this winter? Take a trip down memory lane to take a bit of the chill off. A recent study found that humans may be more likely to feel nostalgia when they're in colder environments.

Ancient Practice Brings New Energy to Cancer Patients

Fatigue can be part of the new normal for breast cancer survivors. An ancient practice may help to bring these ladies new energy.

A Weak Heart, a Broken Heart

The mind-body connection is more than just the fact that your mind exists within your body. Researchers are discovering more every day about how the two interact.