Brain & Mind
Study Finds a Hidden Cause of Autism and Schizophrenia
Scientists around the world are trying to better understand mental health and brain disorders such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer's disease.
Over the past few...
Some Video Games May Reduce Loneliness and Increase Resilience
Video games are often criticized for keeping people glued to screens and isolated from the real world.
Many parents and health experts have worried that...
A Surprising Link Between Fasting, Gut Bacteria, and Depression
The idea that our stomach and our brain are connected may sound surprising, but scientists are increasingly finding evidence that the two are closely...
Daily Cannabis Use May Greatly Harm Mental Health
Cannabis has become more widely accepted in many parts of the world in recent years.
Some countries and regions have legalized its use for medical...
Could Exercise Be the Best Natural Treatment for Depression and Anxiety?
Depression and anxiety are among the most common health conditions in modern society. Millions of people around the world live with these problems every...
Could an Arthritis Drug Help Fight Depression?
Depression is much more than feeling sad. For many people, one of the most painful parts of depression is losing motivation. Simple tasks that...
Can Probiotics Help Reduce Depression in Older People?
Depression is not a normal part of aging, yet it affects millions of older adults around the world. Many older people experience sadness, loss...
Feeling Lonely May Age the Brain Faster and Shorten Your Life
Many older adults spend a lot of time by themselves. Some live alone after their children move away. Others lose a spouse or close...
Study Finds How to Switch Anxiety and Social Withdrawal On and Off
Scientists have discovered that a very small group of brain cells deep inside the brain may play a major role in anxiety, depression, and...
This Common Drug May Reduce Depression in Just Two Weeks
For many people living with depression and anxiety, one of the hardest parts of treatment is waiting to feel better.
Antidepressants are often prescribed to...
Scientists Find Big Cause of Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
Scientists have developed an innovative way to study serious mental health conditions by growing tiny brain-like structures in the laboratory.
Although these miniature brains are...
Parkinson’s Drug May Help Treat Tough Depression
Depression is often described as persistent sadness, but for many people the illness goes much deeper than feeling unhappy. One of the most painful...
Popular Reports
Exercise is even more effective than counselling or medication for depression. But how much...
The world is currently grappling with a mental health crisis, with millions of people reporting depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions.
According to recent...
Matcha tea may help reduce anxiety
In a new study, researchers found that drinking matcha tea may help reduce anxiety.
The research was conducted by a group of Japanese researchers from...
Considering going off antidepressants? Here’s what to think about first
Mental health is key to health and wellbeing. Yet two in five Australians aged 16 to 85 (44%) experience a mental illness during their...
Poor mental health may increase your COVID-19 infection risk
At the height of the pandemic, news and policy media focused on how the COVID-19 pandemic was contributing to poor mental health.
However, few studies...
Exercise more effective than drugs to treat depression, anxiety
In a study from the University of South Australia, scientists found physical activity is 1.5 times more effective than counseling or the leading medications...