Most of us can discern signs of mental illness when we observe them. Mental illnesses manifest in behaviors that do not appear normal, and which can sometimes cause a risk of harm to self or others.

Let’s say you’re a person with a mental health diagnosis—maybe it’s bipolar, or schizophrenia, or perhaps a personality disorder. There’s a good chance that your contact with mental health providers ...

“Mental disorders,” in stark contrast, are nominal or classificatory kinds: They are names or descriptions of clusters of ...

Mental health is increasingly recognized as a universal human right and an essential foundation of human development. Yet across the world, millions remain without access to the support they need, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover global and domestic health care and conservation. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. And when it comes to our mental ...

The term “behavioral health” refers to the connection between a person’s habits, actions, and emotional well-being, which affect their overall health. Behavioral health encompasses mental health ...

World Mental Health Day is the international day of raising awareness and fighting stigma against mental wellness. To mark World Mental Health Day 2025, Carson spoke with Phil Schermer, CEO of Project ...

Psychiatric nutrition can be used as a complementary treatment for managing mental health challenges, such as anxiety and depression. But what’s the connection between diet and mental health?