Dr. Kathryn Erickson-Ridout discussed the latest research around the effects of social media, related symptoms and tips for parents who want to reduce their kids’ screen-time. – American Academy of ...

Young adults who took just a one-week break from social media showed improvement in depression, anxiety and insomnia symptoms ...

A Johns Hopkins psychiatrist explains how social media affects kids and shares practical steps Oklahoma families can take to reduce smartphone use.

Feeling anxious, fearful, or avoidant about situations that might involve the scrutiny of others can be a part of social anxiety and social phobia. The scope and intensity of symptoms and their ...

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Psychiatrist Dr Sanjay Kumawat warns that some seemingly harmless toys may fuel aggression, anxiety and social difficulties in children. Toy guns, cheap plastics and screen-based toys can impact ...

Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, specializing in mental health, sleep and nutrition coverage. She has invested hundreds of hours into studying and researching sleep and holds a ...

TUPELO – Anxiety is a normal response to a stressor, something that causes strain or tension. By itself, anxiety shouldn’t be made into some sort of pathological phenomenon. It is something that is a ...

Father's Day 2025: Men often juggle multiple responsibilities, and in the process, their own health — especially mental health — tends to take a backseat. Father’s Day is not just a time to celebrate ...

As kids head back to school, some face significant anxiety. Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner, who frequently speaks with NBC Washington about mental health, shares suggestions on how families can help ...