As cannabis use becomes more common around the world, scientists are trying to better understand how the drug affects mental health. While some people believe...

In recent years, the idea of “microdosing” has moved from small online communities into mainstream conversations about health, stress, and mental wellbeing. Many people now...

Microdosing has become one of the most talked-about health and lifestyle trends in recent years. Many people believe that taking very small amounts of substances...

Cannabis use has increased rapidly in many parts of the world over the past decade. In some countries and states, laws have changed to allow...

Psychedelic-assisted therapy has become one of the most talked-about areas in mental health research. Around the world, scientists are studying whether substances such as psilocybin,...

As cannabis becomes more widely used around the world, scientists are paying closer attention to how it may affect mental health. While some people use...

Antidepressants are among the most commonly prescribed medications in the world. Millions of people take them every day to help manage depression, anxiety, panic...

Many people who live with depression describe a frustrating feeling often called “brain fog.” They may struggle to focus, forget information, lose mental sharpness, or...

Suicide remains one of the most serious public health problems in the world. Every year, millions of people struggle with suicidal thoughts, and many...

A new study suggests that the psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms may change the brain in ways that last for weeks after a...

Researchers are making important progress in understanding the hidden brain changes linked to suicide risk. A new study suggests that a medication already used for...

Many people who experience depression also struggle with what is often called “brain fog.” They may forget things more easily, lose concentration, feel mentally...

For some, it's the most wonderful time of the year. But for others, 'tis the season for unmet expectations, stress and grief, and psychology experts...

In these stressful pandemic times, health experts have more reason to circle back to the link between anxiety and smoking: Does anxiety cause people to...

Recent research from UTHealth Houston has uncovered a significant relationship between loneliness and firearm acquisition among low-income U.S. veterans. This study, led by Alexander Testa,...

A new study has found that adults who develop mental health problems soon after being diagnosed with cancer may face a higher risk of...

Bipolar disorder (formerly called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a mental disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, concentration, and...