Stressed teens earn less money as adults, study finds

Teens dealing with stress tend to struggle as they enter the labor force as young adults, which can affect their pay, according to a study.

FDA approves first-of-its-kind nasal spray to treat depression

Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.

List: Take these dates off to maximize your vacation time in 2025

Paid time off is an important benefit your employer expects you to use as part of your overall compensation. Here's how to maximize your vacation time.

Nearly half of US teens say they are online ‘almost constantly,’ survey finds

Despite the increasing evidence of the negative impacts constant social media consumption has on young people’s mental health, nearly half say they are online “almost constantly."

Oxford names 'brain rot' as 2024 word of the year: What does it mean?

Oxford University Press has named “brain rot” as its 2024 Word of the Year, reflecting concerns about mental strain from consuming trivial or unchallenging online content.

Saying 'thanks' can improve your health – and may even lengthen your life

Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.

Your candidate lost? Here’s how to cope with post-election stress

With emotions running high, here are expert-backed tips to help you cope if the election results aren’t what you hoped, including managing stress, finding support, and staying grounded.

Half of US teens spend over 4 hours daily on screens, CDC study finds

A new CDC study reveals that half of American teens spend four or more hours each day on screens, with links to increased rates of anxiety and depression.

Problem gambling grows along with revenue, study finds

With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.

1 in 4 adults thinks they have undiagnosed ADHD, survey finds

ADHD is a developmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity. But symptoms can change as a person gets older, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.

Election stress disorder is real. Here's how to cope with 3 weeks to go

With less than three weeks until Election Day, the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump news blitz can be a lot to handle. Here’s how experts say you can counter election anxiety.

Can video games improve your sleep? Here's what the research shows

A study explores the effects of video games on adult sleep. It reveals that casual gaming may improve sleep quality, while excessive gaming and certain game types can disrupt sleep.

Doomscrolling costs us 3 days a month, survey finds

The average American spends six hours consuming some type of media every day, and there’s a correlation between excessive media scrolling and “very poor” mental health, a new survey reveals.

83% of Gen Z say they have an unhealthy relationship with their phone, data shows

The BePresent 2024 report reveals that 83% of Gen Z believe they have an unhealthy relationship with their phones, leading to significant mental health impacts, including sleep loss and anxiety.

US suicides remain at highest level in nation’s history

A new report from the CDC reveals that more than 49,000 suicides were reported in 2023, which remain at the highest level in U.S. history.