Emotional & Mental Health Articles

Alcoholism is a chronic disease that has serious consequences, especially for women. This is because compared to men, women have a lower ability to metabolize and eliminate alcohol.

Are you transitioning into caring for an elderly, terminally ill, or disabled loved-one? It's challenging, but you can do it! Here are some tips from someone who cares for people for a living.

Euthanasia is a controversial subject — so much so that it's easy to forget that real people are at the center of it. Here, we share the stories of two women who requested assisted suicide in the Netherlands, where euthanasia is legal.

Could the manipulative, egocentric, cruel and unemphatic jerk in your life have Antisocial Personality Disorder? Find out by learning more about the diagnostic criteria.

Drug addiction continues to be a problem throughout the world. It can affect people of all ages, socioeconomic levels and educational backgrounds. Breaking free of addiction often starts with drug detox.

Every year in the United States, 400 doctors end their lives by suicide. The pressures of getting through medical school and starting a practice are often simply too much.

Dementia is a condition associated with old age, but there are several risk factors that may suggest if one is likely to develop the condition when they grow older. Researchers have proposed simple assessment tools that can serve as valuable guides.

Some research suggests that aluminum may be a contributing factor to the development of Alzheimer's disease. Although there is still a lack of evidence, people must be aware of the potential effects of environmental toxins, such as aluminum.

Taking on the role of a caregiver can be rewarding and something you want to do. Still, caregivers can become burned out and need to find ways to care for themselves as well.

A diagnosis of terminal illness usually leads to frantic efforts to extend life. But another approach is to choose achievable goals that make life worth living while it lasts.