Many of us take part in activities that are often associated with addictive or compulsive behaviors - activities such as drinking or gambling. But not all of us are addicted to them. What constitutes addictive behavior? When do we cross the line? more >>

• What leads one person to depend on alcohol and another to shop compulsively?
• Wondering if caffeine is a problem for you?
• Overcoming an addiction isn't easy but it can be done
• Where to find help in dealing with an addiction

There are several different types of depression, and the diagnosis is mostly determined by the nature and intensity of the mental and physical symptoms, the duration of the symptoms, and the specific cause of the symptoms, if that is known. more >>

• Quiz: Do you suffer from postpartum depression?
• Workout your blues with exercise
• Depression triggers

Sleeplessness is a very common experience for many people. While the classic form of insomnia involves lying in bed unable to get to sleep (called initial insomnia), the problem can take other forms. Some people wake up earlier than they'd like in the morning, and can't get back to sleep (early morning awakening). Others can sleep fine during the day, but not at night. This is called sleep rhythm reversal. more >>

• Likely causes of insomnia
• Try these strategies to help you get to sleep earlier
• Problems caused by sleep deprivation
• Do you suffer from insomnia? Understand how they make the diagnosis