Karlee Lipton of Conway, Arkansas, was surprised by the way postpartum depression hit her when she had her baby in the summer of 2024. Lipton had already seen a therapist and a psychiatrist to help ...

It's scary when a friend or family member is suffering from clinical depression. Many people have a sense of not knowing what to do to help. Here are 10 practical suggestions. 1. Encourage the person ...

Early recognition, compassionate listening and support from a mental-health professional can help children heal and thrive ...

Supporting someone with bipolar disorder means offering stability, consistency, and practical help through mood shifts. In manic phases, maintain a calm environment to avoid overstimulation, and ...

You can support a loved one with a chronic health condition in various ways, including helping with practical needs, providing emotional support, or supporting their caregiver. Some practical ways to ...

You may not always know when someone you love is engaging in self-harm. It’s often a secretive behavior, hidden by clothing or under the guise of injuries from sports and other activities. When ...

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 overwhelmingly ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about Black and neurodivergent identity in the workplace.

Talking with someone with an eating disorder can be challenging. Knowing what to say to those with anorexia can support them to get help, ensure they feel less alone, and mitigate their shame. Eating ...