Mental Health Features

I beat depression with cognitive therapy

How cognitive therapy helped one woman beat depression

I'm addicted to laxatives and eat in secret

Learn to love yourself for weight loss success

iVillage Voices - real life stories

Feeling stuck or unsure which way to go? Why not get a variety of opinions on a subject to see the bigger picture. Get topical and informative advice here from members of iVillage on a range of topics from relationships to financial issues

Losing a loved one

Nothing can prepare you for the death of a loved one. Here, Gaynor Turley tells us how her experience of grieving led her to train to be a bereavement counsello

Meditation made easy

Discover the benefits of meditation and find out how to start.

Natural antidepressants

We look at some herbal ways to combat depression and anxiety

Not a good idea to mix drugs

You should think twice before mixing two drugs for depression.

Panic attacks in the car

Before I get into my car I always start to suffer from panic attacks. Will relaxation tapes help me?

Preventing stress

It's impossible to banish stress from your life altogether; the key is to know how to handle it when it occurs.

Quick-fix tips for depression

If you suffer from mild depression or are simply feeling low, self-help methods may help you feel balanced and content once more