Brain & Mind
Common blood pressure drugs may have surprising mental health risks
A Canadian study has raised new questions about whether some commonly prescribed blood pressure medications could be linked to a higher risk of suicide.
The...
Small dose of antibiotic could help treat panic attacks
Panic attacks can feel overwhelming and out of control. People who experience them often describe a sudden wave of fear, along with physical symptoms...
Why 2-3 cups of coffee a day may be best for mental health
Many people enjoy coffee every day. It is part of morning routines, work breaks, and social time. While coffee is often used to stay...
High fitness may cut dementia, depression and psychosis risk
Many people know that exercise is good for the body, but scientists are now learning more about how it also supports the mind.
A new...
How much coffee is best for your mood?
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people start their day with a cup to feel more awake. But...
Why many older people stick to risky brain-affecting drugs
Medicines that affect the brain, such as antipsychotics and certain sleep drugs, are widely used in older adults. These drugs can sometimes help with...
Old antibiotic could help treat panic disorder
Panic disorder is a condition that affects many people around the world. It causes sudden episodes of intense fear, often called panic attacks.
During these...
Common depression drugs may speed up memory loss in dementia
Many people living with dementia also struggle with depression, anxiety, sleep problems, or changes in behavior. To help with these symptoms, doctors often prescribe...
How creative therapy may help rewire the ADHD brain
For many people, ADHD is linked with frustration. It can make it hard to pay attention, follow instructions, or stay focused on tasks. Parents,...
Study finds the best depression treatment
When people think about depression, they often imagine sadness, crying, or feeling low. While these are important symptoms, many people with depression describe something...
Can casting a vote help you live longer?
Most people think of voting as a civic responsibility or a way to express their opinion. It is not usually something we connect with...
Bipolar disorder linked to higher risk of early death
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and behaves over time.
People with this condition often go through...
Popular Reports
These depression drugs may raise death risk
A recent study from Rutgers University and Columbia University has raised serious concerns about the safety of some medications used to treat depression.
The study...
Medications for depression: What to know
Antidepressants are medicines that treat depression.
They may help improve the way your brain uses certain chemicals that control mood or stress.
You may need to...
This mental health drug may actually harm your brain health
A recent study found that a commonly used antipsychotic medication was linked to adverse changes in brain structure.
They found that the use of drug...
How brain connections help regulate sleep
Scientists have long known that sleep is essential for our health, but the exact ways our brains control sleep are still a bit of...
These 3 mental health problems contribute to violent offenses
In a new study, researchers found many people with violent offenses suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder and alcohol use disorder.
They discovered...