Pets can smell your stress, study finds

A new study reveals that dogs can detect human stress through their sense of smell, reacting emotionally to higher levels of the hormone cortisol in sweat.

New research looks at link between human stress and dog moods

New research indicates that dogs can smell when a person is under stress, and this stress also affects the dogs' mood.

Marietta Police Department becomes one of few to hire full-time wellness officer

The Marietta Police Department has become one of few in the country to invest in the mental well-being of its employees by hiring a full-time wellness officer.

Youth embrace mental health awareness with Soccer in the Streets initiative

During a special “Create the Space” camp, youth coaches and players got a chance to be part of training aimed to equip young athletes and their coaches with the skills to understand, prevent, and deal with mental health issues both on and off the field.

Why your summer vacation feels so short, and what you can do about it

While enjoying some relaxation and fun, you may notice how the time seems to go by quicker. Here's what experts say to do about that.

US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms

Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.

Accused bus hijacker reportedly off his bipolar meds, doctor weighs in

Loved ones say 39-year-old Joseph Grier was off his bipolar medication for weeks and was in a manic state when he allegedly hijacked a Gwinnett County bus and shot a man on Tuesday afternoon. 

Faltering finances could be the 1st signs of dementia

Years before your doctor diagnoses dementia symptoms, your credit score may be sending signals.

FDA advisers reject MDMA therapy to treat PTSD

FDA advisers raised concerns about clinical trials and questioned study data and potential safety risks of MDMA, including heart problems.

After 17-year-old son's suicide, Atlanta mom pushes for bill to protect kids online

Sharon Winkler of Atlanta says her 17-year-old son Alex Peiser went online looking for support after a breakup. Instead, the Atlanta mother says, strangers left messages telling him he was "unlovable," and "you will never find love in your life." He died by suicide a few days later. Winkler says she did not know about the messages until she read her son's suicide note.

ADHD diagnosed in about 1 in 9 US children, CDC says

ADHD symptoms include difficulty staying focused, excessive fidgeting, acting without thinking and difficulty with self-control.

Some teen girls using smartphone up to 6 hours per day, study finds

Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.

Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition

White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.