Mental health stigma refers to negative beliefs people may hold about those with mental illness, which can lead to stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination. Public awareness and literacy have ...

Munchausen syndrome is a factitious disorder, a mental health disorder in which a person repeatedly and deliberately acts as if they have a physical or mental illness when they are not really sick.

Family members care for most people with mental illness in ancient times. In general, medieval Europeans allow the mentally ill their freedom -- granted they are not dangerous. However ...

By Dani Blum It’s been clear since the early days of the pandemic: People with mental illness are more likely to have severe outcomes from Covid. Compared to the general population, they’re at ...

and the events are taking a toll not only on our physical health, but our mental health as well. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, 988 is a new way to call, text, or chat the ...

Share on Pinterest New research examined several key factors to determine which states rank the highest and lowest for mental health care. Alexander Spatari/Getty Images New research analyzed ...