Mental health
Mental health care treats conditions of mood, thinking and behaviour. Psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors help with depression, anxiety, sleep problems and addiction, with talking therapy and medicines.
What it treats
- Depression and low mood
- Anxiety, panic and stress
- Sleep problems
- Addiction to alcohol, tobacco or drugs
- Bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
- Child and teen behaviour concerns
When to see a doctor
- Sadness, worry or poor sleep lasting more than 2 weeks
- Difficulty coping with work, studies or relationships
- Thoughts of self-harm: seek help today
In an emergency call 108 or 112 in India, or 911 in the United States.
Good to know
- Mental illness is common and treatable, like any other illness
- Talking to someone you trust is a strong first step
- Medicines must not be stopped suddenly without advice
Latest articles in mental health
All 8 articles →Plain-English articles based on official sources such as the WHO, NIH, CDC and NHS. Educational information only.
Panic Attacks: Symptoms, What Helps and When to Get Help
Panic attacks bring a sudden rush of intense fear and physical symptoms. This article covers the signs, what can help in the moment and when to speak to a doctor.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Mental healthHow to Manage Anxiety: Self-Help Steps That Are Safe to Try
Simple daily habits can ease anxiety for some people, but they do not replace professional care. This article covers practical steps from the NHS, WHO and NIMH.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Mental healthTypes of Anxiety Disorders: A Simple Guide for Families
There are several kinds of anxiety disorder, from panic disorder to phobias. This article lists the main types and how they are generally treated, using WHO and NIMH information.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Mental healthGeneralised Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Generalised anxiety disorder involves long-lasting worry about many things that is hard to control. This article explains the signs, how doctors diagnose it and how it is treated.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Mental healthAntidepressants: What to Know Before and After Starting
Antidepressants can help many people with moderate or severe depression, but they are not right for everyone. This article explains the general facts and why a doctor guides their…
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Mental healthDepression Treatment: Therapy, Medicines and Self-Help Explained
Depression is treatable. This article describes the main approaches, from self-help and talking therapy to prescribed medicines, as explained by the NHS, WHO and MedlinePlus.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Guides, articles and videos
Guides for mental health are being written and checked by MD/PharmD Clinical Expert MyDoctor Staff. Until then, the articles below and our blog can help.
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