Depression is not at all uncommon. The doctors are quick to point to a chemical imbalance in the brain and suggest daily medication. But for many of us, the problem could be as simple as a nutrient imbalance.

Bullying is dirty business. The cycles of what happens to create a bully, of what happens to make one susceptible to being bullied, and how these interactions lead to substance abuse and suicide later in life. There’s just no excuse for the bully phenomenon.

Financial problems can cause serious physical health troubles — but it’s not because cash strapped people are less likely to be able to afford doctor visits. The real health link to personal finance may surprise you.

It’s tempting to ask your doctor for a prescription when you feel depressed or stressed or under pressure. But here’s something interesting that might change your mind.

Exercise isn’t just important for helping ward off heart disease, depression, stroke and diabetes, or for keeping your body flexible, toned and strong. It has a similar effect on your brain. In fact, there’s a lot of evidence that the RIGHT kind of exercise actually makes your brain younger.

Coping with stress and anxiety during an illness is challenging. Depression weakens the body. And this is especially concerning for cancer patients. But seeking treatment and therapy for life threatening diseases does not have to include heavy doses of sadness and fear…

Everyone ages. It’s part of life, and how you perceive your coming golden years may affect just how bright — or tarnished — those years will be for you. Your independence hinges on embracing the positives about being a senior, including these five…

The end of a year offers a natural time to take pause, to reflect and look at where you are in life and health. To be honest, I am not one for New Year’s resolutions; they always elude me and make me feel like I failed myself.

This is the year I plan to have more fun. I plan to play. And though that may sound silly, adults can benefit from play in many ways.