Brain & Mind
This Dangerous Combination May Increase Schizophrenia Risk
Many teenagers and young adults believe cannabis is relatively harmless, especially as it becomes legal in more countries and regions.
However, scientists continue to find...
Scientists create paint-on electronic tattoos that can monitor your heart, brain and muscles
Engineers at Penn State have created a new type of paint-on electronic tattoo that combines art with advanced health technology.
The colorful, washable conductive ink...
Scientists Warn That Using Cannabis and Tobacco Together May Greatly Increase Psychosis Risk
Scientists Warn That Using Cannabis and Tobacco Together May Greatly Increase Psychosis Risk
Cannabis and tobacco are two of the most commonly used substances around...
Can A Popular Sports Supplement Help Reduce Depression?
Creatine has been used for decades to help athletes build strength, but researchers are now exploring whether this familiar supplement might also support brain...
Study Finds Big Cause of Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
Scientists have developed a promising new way to study serious mental health conditions by growing tiny human brain-like tissues in a laboratory.
These small structures,...
Digital therapy reduces anxiety and depression in dementia caregivers
Looking after a family member with dementia can be one of the most rewarding but also one of the most stressful experiences in life.
Many...
Why Cannabis May Trigger Psychosis in Some People but Not Others
As cannabis becomes legal in more places around the world, questions about its long-term health effects have become increasingly important.
Millions of people use cannabis...
Scientists Discover Why Cannabis Raises Psychosis Risk
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is one of the most widely used drugs in the world. Some people use it for medical reasons, while...
This Sport Supplement Could Become a New Tool Against Depression
Creatine is one of the most popular sports supplements in the world. Many athletes and gym users take it to improve strength, power, and...
Can a Keto Diet Help People with Schizophrenia?
Serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar 1 disorder can have a major effect on a person's daily life.
People living with these conditions...
Healthy Eating May Boost Mental Wellbeing in Older People
The foods people choose every day may influence much more than their waistline or heart health. According to new research, diet may also affect...
This VR headset knows how you feel—and uses it to tell a powerful story
Imagine putting on a virtual reality (VR) headset, walking into a glowing nightclub, and being greeted by someone who smiles and says, "Hey, you...
Popular Reports
A look at depression across America: which states are most affected?
Depression is a serious health problem that affects the way we think, feel, and handle our daily activities.
It's more than just feeling "down" or...
Early depression and loneliness may predict later pain in older adults
A new study by UCL (University College London) researchers has found that people over 50 who experience pain are more likely to have had...
Opioid pain killers linked to mood disorders, pancreatic cancer
In a new study from the University of Queensland, researchers found people who are prescribed opioids for pain relief have a higher risk of...
Pets may help reduce job stress, study finds
Owning a pet might be more than just a fun and loving experience—it could also help manage job stress.
A recent study published in the...
Depression linked to dangerous bowel diseases, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that depression is more common among people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis in the years before they...