Because law enforcement interacts with a large number of people, "policing may be a conspicuous yet not-well understood driver of population health."

Heat doesn't just affect the body; it also affects the mind. An expert ofers tips on how to stay safe when the temperatures rise.

Your local city park can improve your health, according to a new study. Access to nature offers a wide range physical and mental benefits, researchers say.

A year after the COVID-19 outbreak, many still report emotional distress. An expert describes what to look for and steps to help yourself and others.

A year after the COVID-19 outbreak, many still report emotional distress. An expert describes what to look for and steps to help yourself and others.

Older adults who post more pictures to Facebook feel more competent about their social media use, which can in turn boost their feelings of well-being.

Older adults report more feelings of calm and less anxiety—even during the COVID pandemic that places them at greater risk than other age groups.

When we see someone helping another person, it makes us more likely to do something helpful, too. The new research could apply to the COVID-19 pandemic.

People in China who said they knew more about the coronavirus were more likely to feel positive and in control than people who felt they weren't informed.

Bullying can make life miserable for teens—and those negative effects may last well into young adulthood. But self-esteem can help.