Brain & Mind
Scientists find hidden link between heavy cannabis use and mental illness
Cannabis, also called marijuana or weed, is now one of the most widely used drugs in the world. Millions of people use it for...
Long-term depression drug use may increase risk of sudden heart death
Sudden cardiac death is one of the most frightening medical emergencies because it often happens without warning.
It occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating...
Could your hand strength reveal your depression risk?
A person’s hand strength may say much more about their health than most people realize. According to a major international study, people with weaker...
Three-minute video game could help detect depression
Scientists have created a smartphone game that may help identify depression in just a few minutes.
The game is based on how people react to...
Could art, music, and reading help you stay younger?
Growing older is a natural part of life, but scientists are increasingly trying to understand why some people seem to age more slowly than...
How location-sharing apps are quietly changing modern relationships
Apps that let people share their real-time location have become a normal part of everyday life for millions of people.
Whether it’s checking if a...
Scientists uncover big cause of autism and schizophrenia before birth
Scientists at the University of Exeter have made an important discovery about how the human brain develops from the earliest stages of life through...
New wearable device can detect hidden stress before you feel it
Engineers at Northwestern University have created a small wearable device that can detect stress hidden deep inside the body, even before a person may...
Single dose of magic mushroom may ease depression within days
A growing number of scientists are studying whether psychedelic substances could help treat mental health disorders.
One of the most researched substances is psilocybin, a...
Reading, music, and museums may help slow aging
Many people already know that exercise, healthy eating, and good sleep can help them stay healthier as they grow older.
But scientists are now finding...
Magic mushroom compound shows fast relief for depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. Millions of people struggle with sadness, loss of interest, low energy,...
Powerful new treatments for severe depression after standard drugs fail
Depression is one of the most serious health conditions affecting people today. Although many people think depression simply means feeling sad, the illness can...
Popular Reports
Avoid bad breath, don’t pick partners when drunk: Ancient dating tips to find modern...
To love and be loved is something most people want in their lives.
In the modern world, we often see stories about the difficulties of...
Narcissists are more likely to feel excluded—even when they aren’t
New research published by the American Psychological Association suggests that narcissistic individuals experience social exclusion more often than others. However, this may not always...
Guarding our brains: how tiny immune cells help or harm us
Inside our bodies, there are tiny cells that work like our body's special security guards. But sometimes, they can cause problems and lead to diseases.
Mindfulness, meditation and self-compassion – a clinical psychologist explains how these science-backed practices can...
Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental...
Red wine may help you fight stress
Red wine compound resveratrol displays anti-stress effects by blocking the expression of an enzyme related to the control of stress in the brain, according...