Brain & Mind
‘Magic mushroom’ therapy for depression: what to know
Depression is one of the most common and serious mental health conditions in the world. It affects how people feel, think, and function in...
Your blood pressure may affect your emotion health
When we think about blood pressure, we usually focus on heart health and numbers on a monitor. However, new research suggests that blood pressure,...
Study finds big cause for both delusions and low motivation in schizophrenia
Scientists have known for many years that dopamine plays an important role in how the brain learns from rewards. Dopamine is a chemical messenger...
Are psychedelic drugs better than antidepressants?
In recent years, psychedelic-assisted therapy has gained a lot of attention as a possible breakthrough treatment for depression.
Substances like psilocybin, often called “magic mushrooms,”...
One simple conversation could help prevent another suicide attempt, study finds
A new international study has found that even a short and simple conversation after a suicide attempt can make a meaningful difference.
Researchers discovered that...
Women with no kids more likely to have this mental health issue
A new study from Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) has found a worrying trend. More women in their late 20s and 30s...
Depression drugs may cause weight gain, study finds
Antidepressants are widely used to treat depression and other mental health conditions. For many people, these medicines are life-changing and help them feel better,...
Medicinal cannabis may not help lower anxiety or depression, study finds
Medicinal cannabis has become increasingly popular in recent years.
Many people believe it can help with a wide range of health problems, including mental health...
Drinking to cope with stress in your 20s may cause cognitive decline later
Many people turn to alcohol when they feel stressed. Having a drink after a difficult day is often seen as a normal way to...
This weight loss diet could reduce depression and anxiety
Millions of people around the world struggle with mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. In the United Kingdom alone, about 1.7 million...
Brain scans may help doctors choose the best depression drugs
Major depressive disorder, often called MDD, is one of the most serious and common mental health conditions in the world.
People with this condition often...
7 hidden types of “hyperarousal” that may shape many mental disorders
Mental health researchers often use the term “hyperarousal” to describe a state in which the mind and body remain unusually alert, tense, or activated....
Popular Reports
Treating PTSD early may cut heart disease risk by 50%
UCLA researchers are working on new ways to treat the physical effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Their recent studies show that helping people with...
Anti-inflammatory drug could restore motivation for people with depression
A new study from Emory University has found that an anti-inflammatory drug could help improve motivation in people with depression.
The study, published in Molecular...
As Australia heats up, mental health risks are on the rise
A new study warns that rising temperatures across Australia could dramatically increase mental health problems by 2050.
Researchers from the University of Adelaide say that...
Fast brain therapy may bring depression relief in just one week, study finds
Depression is a serious condition that affects how people think, feel, and live their daily lives. For many people, antidepressant medications help, but a...
Why music can help heal people with dementia
Dementia affects around one million people in the U.K., with more than half experiencing advanced stages of the condition.
These later stages often come with...