The dangers of being too heavy are well-known, but does being too thin pose any risks? In fact, it could pose some risks to your mental health.

Book clubs, painting classes and computer games are just a few fun ways to spend retirement. And such mind-engaging activities may also do wonders for older people's mental health.

Treating and caring for patients with dementia is often difficult, and medications are seen as a way to help manage behavior. What happens when those medications may also pose health risks?

In the search for what causes and signals Alzheimer's disease, scientists have often looked to genes. New evidence, however, points to gender.

Many people exercise and eat healthily to improve their overall physical health, but those habits might also boost mental health.

Caring for a family member with dementia can be difficult. A structured treatment plan, however, may help you and your loved one.

Letting young kids get out and play is great for their health, but parents may want to wait until their kids are a bit older before letting them play football — or at least only let them play touch football.

Medications for allergies, depression and incontinence can be lifesavers. However, they may have some surprising effects on mental health.

Conventional wisdom holds that Alzheimer's starts with small memory slips — but new evidence suggests that other mental health symptoms may signal this disease.

Memory and thinking tend to slow down in older adults, but those who stay physically active may keep their minds running smoothly.