Brain & Mind
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....
Long-term depression drug use may increase heart death
Sudden cardiac death is one of the most frightening medical events because it happens quickly and often without warning.
It occurs when the heart suddenly...
Hot weather and air pollution together may raise suicide risk
Suicide is a major public health concern in the United States and around the world. Over the past several decades, suicide rates in the...
Heavy smartphone use linked to eating disorders
Smartphones have become an essential part of everyday life, especially for young people. Many teenagers and young adults use their phones for communication, entertainment,...
Changes in cell energy may show early signs of depression
Major depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects millions of people and can cause deep sadness,...
Self‑admission to psychiatric care gives patients more control and security
Mental health problems affect millions of people around the world. Conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric illnesses can make daily...
AI helps doctors choose best depression drugs and improve treatment
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects hundreds of millions of people and can make everyday...
Popular Reports
Why depression in asthma may be different from primary depression
A new study from researchers at Hiroshima University in Japan has found surprising results about depression in people with asthma.
The scientists discovered that adults...
How hoarding disorder can harm mental health
Hoarding disorder can be a severe issue, affecting a person's life in many ways that might not be immediately apparent.
This disorder is more than...
How to deal with withdrawal symptoms when stopping depression drugs
Stopping antidepressants can be a challenging process for some people.
A recent study found that about one in six individuals who discontinue these medications may...
Smart dental floss can track stress easier
Stress affects nearly everyone at some point, but when it becomes chronic, it can cause serious health problems.
Long-term stress can lead to high blood...
People perceive the world in many dimensions, not just categories, study finds
A new study reveals that when people see objects, their brains think in many dimensions at once, not just by categorizing what they see.
This...