By Ashley Bobo, LCSW, as told to Kara Mayer Robinson   When you have major depressive disorder (MDD), understanding what to expect can help you manage the ups and downs. When someone I work with...

By Sonja Wasden, as told to Kara Mayer Robinson I’m a mental health advocate living with major depression. I speak with Fortune 500 companies, women’s prisons, firefighters, police officers, drug rehabilitation centers, nonprofit organizations, and...

By Bianca Palmisano, as told to Hope Cristol I talk a lot about what it means for me to be disabled, both with my friends and in the workplace. So talking about depression is...

By Natasha Tracy, mental health author and advocate, as told to Kara Mayer Robinson  In some ways, MDD can make work more difficult. It may create added stress and make your responsibilities feel more...

There’s no mystery about exercise: You get out of it what you put in. But you don’t have to work out for hours each day. You just need to work smart. Not all exercises...

Holidays and other celebrations are a time to slow down and enjoy yourself with family and friends. Many times, they also include lots of delicious foods and drinks. For people living with an inflammatory...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a long-term illness that you’ll likely live with for decades. Most people have mild to moderate symptoms, but they can be unpredictable — flaring and then tapering off. So, what...

Your friendships enrich your life. They’re good for your health, too. Studies show that people who have good friends and good relationships are healthier, happier and may live longer. That’s why maintaining your social...

Those first strands of gray hair are a sign of the inevitable. We’re getting older and our bodies are changing. We may grow a little rounder around the waistline, or wake in the night,...

Your dietary needs change as you age. WebMD advises what should be on your grocery list.