A skin condition tied to delusions is posing a riddle for doctors: What to do when a diagnosis causes offense?

Bangor University provides funding as a member of The Conversation UK. Since the pandemic, more children have been starting school without being “school-ready”. In 2022-23, 33% of all children ...

Researchers have developed a tool for identifying children at risk of speech disorders, reducing unnecessary treatment for common speech errors that often resolve on their own. The research, led by ...

Although mental disorders have multifactorial causes, genetics can explain some of them, yet this field remains largely unexplored in terms of guiding diagnoses and treatments. In the largest study of ...

Globally, an estimated 300 million people live with a rare disease. They typically experience isolation, diagnostic difficulties, lack of therapies, fragmented care, stigma, a struggle for recognition ...

Selective mutism can be a confusing term. It may be better understood as situational mutism. This may help you navigate it.

Environmentalists say the war’s effects on oil and gas prices are an argument for countries to get off fossil fuels. But the reality is likely to be messier. By Brad Plumer and Lisa Friedman The ...

Journaling is the act of keeping a record of your personal thoughts, feelings, insights, and more. It can be written, drawn, or typed. It can be on paper or on your computer. It’s a simple, low-cost ...

Depression can be temporary or long-term. You may find help with mediation or different therapies, such as cognitive behavior therapy. It’s important to seek professional help if you’re feeling major ...

Neuroscience examines the structure and function of the human brain and nervous system. Neuroscientists use cellular and molecular biology, anatomy and physiology, human behavior and cognition, and ...