Brain & Mind
New ‘magic mushroom’ drug could treat depression without hallucinations
Psychedelic drugs have recently returned to the spotlight in medical research. Scientists around the world are studying whether substances once considered dangerous or purely...
Deep sleep may protect older people from anxiety
As people grow older, many parts of the body change, including sleep patterns and emotional health. Older adults often report that they sleep less...
A simple cheek swab may help detect schizophrenia earlier
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
People with schizophrenia may experience symptoms such as hearing...
Why exercise should be a core treatment for mental illness
People living with serious mental health conditions often face a hidden health crisis that many people do not realize.
Studies have shown that individuals with...
Scientists discover a surprising cause of autism, Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia
In recent years, scientists around the world have been working hard to better understand mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
These...
I’m a doctor. This is the surprising truth about teen suicides
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text "988" to the Crisis...
Scientists find how to reverse anxiety and social withdrawal
Anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal are some of the most common mental health problems in the world. Millions of people struggle with these conditions,...
Psychedelic drugs may help the brain heal after trauma
Scientists are beginning to understand more about how certain psychedelic drugs may help people recover from severe trauma.
A new study suggests that these drugs...
Diabetes and weight-loss drugs may also help fight addiction
A new study suggests that a group of medications originally designed to treat diabetes may also help prevent and treat addiction.
Researchers at Washington University...
AI therapy apps may help some people—but they also carry serious risks
Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT are becoming increasingly popular for discussing emotions, seeking advice, or coping with stress.
Millions of people around the world...
Just 10 minutes online session can reduce depression, study finds
Many people believe that overcoming depression requires long-term therapy, medication, or a major life change.
Professional treatment can be very helpful, but it is not...
Study shows big cause of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Scientists have found a new way to study serious mental health conditions by growing very small human brains in the lab.
These tiny brains are...
Popular Reports
Psychologist offers tips for overcoming driving anxiety
Feeling anxious behind the wheel is common, especially among those who live in cities with heavy traffic and little public transportation.
A Baylor College of...
7 myths you need to know to protect your kid’s eye health
As parents, we care about our kids’ eyes.
It is important for us to know the facts on child’s eye care.
For example, when is the...
Childhood neglect damages cognitive function more severely than previously thought
Recent research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London and the City University of New York has uncovered...
New guidelines for treating PTSD
Imagine something scary happening to you, something so bad it makes you feel upset for a long time.
This is what happens to some people...
Borderline personality disorder strongly linked to childhood trauma
In a new study, researchers found that people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) are 13 times more likely to report childhood trauma than people...