Global Mental Health

Daily Requirements of Salt and Iodine

Both salt and iodine are essential for human survival, and the function of multiple chemical processes in the body. While on average salt consumption in the U.S. tends to exceed recommended amounts, contributing to health problems such as...

ADHD & ADD Medications

Attention deficit disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are labels referring to the same mental health disorder. ADD is an older clinical term and ADHD is the current clinical term used in the diagnosis of the disorder. Medication...

Vitamin Deficiencies & Mental Disorders

Proper nutrition is a critical aspect of normal brain development and function, and without it a broad range of disorders of the central nervous system can occur. Disorders like depression and schizophrenia are linked to chemical imbalances that...

How to Help a Friend Overcome Depression

When a friend is depressed, she can feel hopeless, and so can you. First and foremost, encourage her to help herself, then set realistic expectations for helping her through her depression. "You naturally want to help your depressed loved one, but...