Opioids are a class of drugs that include both prescription pain medicines and illegal drugs such as heroin. Opioid misuse whether legal or illegal can lead to addiction. Addiction occurs when dependence interferes with daily functioning. Warning signs...

Medications are helpful for reducing symptoms of depression in some people, particularly when their depression is severe. Some health care professionals treating depression may favor using a combination of psychotherapy and medications. Given the side...

There are several approaches to psychotherapy— including cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal and other kinds of talk therapy—that help individuals recover from depression. Psychotherapy helps people identify the factors that contribute to...