Mood disorders include depressive disorders and bipolar disorders. These types of psychiatric disorders affect a person’s emotions and may cause severe lows, called depression, and highs, called mania ...

There are currently six eating disorders recognized in the DSM-5: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, pica, rumination disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder.

Anxiety disorders are common and treatable. However, not all therapies work the same way or fit everyone. Some therapies target thoughts. Others focus on behavior, the body, or past memories. Choosing ...

A six-year study that analyzed data from a 25-question screening tool found alarming evidence of unhealthy behavioral trajectories starting as early as age two among families affected by low income ...

Regular physical activity also has other benefits for anxiety, says Adam Borland, PsyD, a psychologist at Cleveland Clinic Center for Behavioral Health in Ohio. “Exercise serves as a healthy ...

When you think about pregnancy and new parenthood, you probably envision the joyful moments — selecting a paint color for your baby’s room, shopping for adorable outfits, or snuggling up with your ...

Suggested Citation: "6 Funding for Prevention of Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral (MEB) Disorders." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Blueprint for a National ...