Older adults with serious mental illness have more difficulty accessing appropriate residential treatment facilities such as nursing homes, in-patient rehabilitation facilities and hospice care. It's ...

There have been no truly new treatments for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or psychosis for more than 50 years.

Connie Thomas, a 77-year-old woman from Altamont, Illinois, has navigated a long journey with her mental health. Decades ago, ...

Beginning in 2027, many people covered by Medicaid will need to comply with new work reporting requirements in order to get ...

A new whitepaper from the Brookings Institution shows racial disparities in rates of mental illness, substance use disorder and suicide among older adults. The connections between mental health, ...

As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, it's crucial to recognize that mental well-being extends to all ages, including our seniors. With the global population aging rapidly, it's estimated that ...

As you age, physical activity can help mitigate mood disorders by helping support bodily and cognitive health. Exercise options exist for all ability levels. According to the World Health Organization ...

Developed by NAMI and the Legal Action Center, the report offers practical guidance to help states prevent coverage losses ...

Scientists have found the first compelling evidence that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that ...

Mental health disorders like depression and anxiety are common conditions that affect millions of people in the United States. Importantly, not everyone has the same risk of developing such disorders.

This is true for a range of mental health conditions. People with serious mental illnesses, such as psychosis, die on average ...