Mind & Mood Archive

The COVID-19 pandemic affected children's developing social skills. Many children either didn't learn the skills they need to make friends - or those skills got rusty. Here are some ways parents can help.

A 2026 study suggests that people who take GLP-1 drugs—prescribed for diabetes and weight loss—are less likely to develop a substance use disorder. Among people who already have addiction, use of a GLP-1 was linked with fewer complications such as overdose and death.

A 2026 study suggests that people who engage in spiritual practices and communities are significantly less likely than non-practitioners to misuse alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and illicit drugs and better able to recover from substance abuse.

Meditation can be a natural part of everyday life, similar to maintaining a healthy diet or exercise routine. In this video, learn how meditation can be simple, flexible, and can be practiced almost anywhere.

A daily cough in someone who has used chewing tobacco for years raises concern about "smoker's cough" and other health problems.

In the US, widespread vaccination halted the ongoing spread of measles more than 20 years ago, but recent outbreaks have flared in over 20 US states, leading to hospitalizations and at least two deaths. Measles is highly preventable - here's what you need to know.

Depression and migraines often travel together, with each able to worsen the other.

Quitting smoking often results in gaining a few extra pounds, with or without medication. See how Chantix, nicotine, and mood changes all contribute.