Psoriasis, Mental Ills Can Go Hand in Hand

THURSDAY, May 9, 2019 -- Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease that is often coupled with depression, anxiety and even bipolar disease, schizophrenia and dementia, two new studies show.

What is unclear, the researchers acknowledge, is which causes which.

'Exposure Therapy' May Work Best for PTSD Plus Drinking Problems

FRIDAY, April 26, 2019 -- For veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) combined with a drinking problem, the type of psychotherapy prescribed can make a difference in recovery rates, a new study finds.

So-called prolonged exposure therapy is more effective than coping skills therapy in helping these patients, according to researchers at the VA San Diego Healthcare System.

Shame Around Mental Illness May Be Fading, Survey Shows

TUESDAY, May 7, 2019 -- Stigma regarding mental health could be disappearing in the United States, a new survey finds.

In the online poll of more than 1,000 adults, 87% said a mental disorder is nothing to be ashamed of, and 86% said they believe that people with such disorders can get better.

Get Back to Nature to Put Stress at Bay

SATURDAY, April 13, 2019 -- A small daily dose of nature may be the perfect prescription for stress.

An eight-week study found that people who spent at least 20 minutes a day in places that made them feel connected to nature had significantly lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol.

Scientists Spot Brain Cells That Control Traumatic Memories

THURSDAY, April 4, 2019 -- If you've ever been suddenly and unexpectedly reminded of a past trauma, you may wonder if those old fears will ever stop haunting you.

Now, neuroscientists say they've discovered a group of brain cells that control frightening memories, and they suggest that the finding could lead to new ways to treat anxiety, phobias and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Why Holding a Grudge Is Bad for Your Health

WEDNESDAY, March 27, 2019 -- It's surprisingly easy to hold a grudge, but whether it involves a friend, a co-worker or a loved one, it can fill you with bitterness, keep you stuck in the past and even lead to anxiety or depression.

That means you're the one suffering from the situation, and not necessarily the subject of your anger and irritation.