Brain & Mind
Beer, spirits or wine? Research shows not all alcohol affects your heart the same...
Many people believe that a small amount of alcohol can be part of a healthy lifestyle.
Some studies have suggested that moderate drinking, especially wine,...
Study finds hidden cause of depression in older people
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems in the world. It affects how people feel, think, and live their daily lives.
Many...
Popular weight loss and diabetes drugs reduces depression, anxiety, and addiction risk
A new international study has found that medications used to treat diabetes and obesity may also help improve mental health.
The research focused on a...
Study finds exercise alone may not boost memory in older people
Many people believe that staying physically active and keeping the heart healthy will also protect the brain.
This idea makes sense because the brain depends...
Can coffee fix memory loss from poor sleep? New study offers clues
Many people rely on caffeine to feel more alert after a bad night’s sleep.
Now, new research suggests that caffeine may do more than just...
Can blood tests detect depression?
A new study suggests that certain signals in the blood, known as inflammation markers, may be linked to depression in women with type 2...
AI may help match depression patients to the right treatment faster
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects how people feel, think, and live their daily lives.
Many...
Medicinal cannabis may not reduce anxiety, depression, ADHD
A major new study has raised concerns about the use of medicinal cannabis for treating mental health conditions.
The research suggests that cannabis-based medicines may...
Why some people develop depression in chronic pain while others don’t
Chronic pain is a long-lasting condition that affects millions of people around the world. It can come from many causes, such as nerve damage,...
A surprising arthritis drug may help restore motivation in depression
Many people who live with depression say that the hardest part is not just feeling sad, but feeling stuck. Simple tasks like getting out...
Scientists discover a hidden cause of autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease
In recent years, scientists around the world have been trying to better understand mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
These conditions...
Diabetes drugs may also improve mental health, study finds
Medications that are commonly used to treat diabetes and help with weight loss may also have unexpected benefits for mental health, according to a...
Popular Reports
Social media use linked to depression and trauma during COVID-19
Researchers found that social media usage was related to both depression and secondary trauma during the early part of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Can’t stop checking...
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...
Study reveals a major cause of social anxiety disorder
Scientists from Uppsala University found that the balance between the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine may affect whether a person develops a social anxiety disorder.
The...
Scientists find a big cause of depression in adults
A significant study from Colorado State University has shed new light on the factors contributing to depression, particularly in middle-aged and older adults.
Depression is...
Study finds big cause of memory loss in older people
Your brain has a special defense system called the blood-brain barrier. This network of tiny blood vessels controls what can enter the brain from...