With more than 44 million adults having a mental health condition and rates of depression and suicide on the rise among younger generations, America’s mental health crisis shows no sign of easing in the near future. How might mobile apps enable people to better manage their wellbeing?

A study has found that children born to mothers who struggled to cope with stress and anxiety during pregnancy are more susceptible to common infections than those born to women who healthily addressed issues. It highlights a need for effective interventions to improve prenatal mental health.

As digital tech infiltrates all parts of society, the positive effects of face-to-face interaction are often overlooked, particularly in terms of health and wellbeing. Canvas8 spoke to clinical psychologist Dr. Catherine Haslam about how social groups play a key role in personal identity.

Brazilian startup Youper helps people to manage their emotions and overcome mental health issues through guided exercises. As three in five people don’t have adequate access to the support they need, they're looking for guidance from digital self-help innovations.