Brain & Mind
Exercise may be just as effective as therapy for depression
Around 280 million people worldwide suffer from depression. Many of them turn to therapy or antidepressant medications for help.
But a new review from researchers...
Study finds major cause of hearing voices in schizophrenia
A new study from UNSW Sydney provides some of the clearest evidence yet that hearing voices in schizophrenia may come from the brain confusing...
Just 24 minutes of music therapy can lower anxiety
A new study has found that listening to specially designed music for just 24 minutes can significantly reduce anxiety. This simple approach could be...
Daily AI chat use linked to higher risk of depression
If you spend a lot of time chatting with AI tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or Google Gemini, you might want to take a...
Why standard depression drugs don’t work for everyone
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in Australia and around the world. Millions of people live with ongoing sadness, low...
These 3 things can be major causes of teen suicidal thoughts
Suicide has become the leading cause of death among teenagers in Australia, and researchers are working urgently to understand why so many young people...
A tiny implant could help treat the most severe depression
Depression affects millions of adults in the U.S., and for many, treatment with medication or therapy helps. But for about one-third of people with...
Can an arthritis drug help find depression?
A new study from Emory University suggests that a drug used to treat inflammation in arthritis might help people with depression feel more motivated.
This...
Pet loss can be harder than losing a loved person
For many people, pets are more than just animals—they are family. A new study shows that for one in five people, losing a pet...
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...
New study finds ADHD brain stimulation device is not effective
A major new study led by King's College London has found that a device approved in the U.S. to treat ADHD does not help...
Different types of depression linked to different heart and diabetes risks
Depression is more than just feeling sad. It is a serious health condition that affects millions of people around the world.
For years, scientists have...
Popular Reports
The midlife ‘unhappiness hump’ may be gone—but young people are struggling more
For years, researchers have observed a curious pattern in well-being known as the “unhappiness hump.”
Across many countries, surveys showed that people’s happiness typically followed...
Best natural remedies for anxiety in older people
Anxiety is a common challenge for many older adults. Life changes, health concerns, or simply the natural shifts in brain chemistry that come with...
How brief stress can help your brain reframe a tough workout
When you lift weights, walk up a steep hill or ride a bike, your body is continuously sending sensory signals to your brain.
These signals...
Checking social media frequently may affect young people’s brains
In a study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, scientists found frequent social media checks may affect young brains.
Mental health may play big role in recovery after a heart attack
In a new study from Emory University, researchers found that young and middle-aged adults who reported severe psychological distress—such as depression or anxiety—after suffering...