Authors explain that a shift from the typical roles between male and female may negatively influence self-esteem of men.

In fact, pets have shown to improve mood by helping individuals avoid anxiety and depression.

According to new studies, the numbers of college students that seek counseling for their moderate to severe depression have increased from 1998 to 2009.

Millions of people in the United States suffer from major depression and anxiety disorders.

The researchers then concluded that individuals who had the gene responsible for lower NPY levels were more prone to having a depressive disorder.

Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, typically begins in the fall and continues through the winter months.

Researchers believe obesity directly causes sleep apnea. Additionally, lack of sleep or sound sleep often increases the risks of other health problems like blood pressure, stress, and even heart attack.

A new report explains that women may not experience any mental health issues after having an abortion.

Spanish researchers may have found a new link between mental health problems and what foods are consumed in a diet.

A new antidepressant drug that has just been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, may not carry the negative sexual side effects that most other antidepressant medications do.