Brain & Mind

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...

Simple mental health practices may help protect the heart

Heart disease remains one of the biggest health threats in the world. Millions of people die each year from heart attacks, strokes, heart failure,...

Hidden risks and promise of “magic mushroom” for depression and mental illness

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is attracting growing attention from scientists, doctors, and patients searching for better mental health treatments. Substances such as psilocybin, found in certain mushrooms,...

New hope for people whose depression treatments have failed

Major depressive disorder is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. Millions of people live with it every day, and...

Many people with cannabis problems also struggle with depression

As cannabis use becomes more common around the world, scientists are trying to better understand how the drug affects mental health. While some people believe...

Why more Americans are turning to tiny doses of cannabis and psychedelics

In recent years, the idea of “microdosing” has moved from small online communities into mainstream conversations about health, stress, and mental wellbeing. Many people now...

Millions of Americans are quietly microdosing cannabis and psychedelics

Microdosing has become one of the most talked-about health and lifestyle trends in recent years. Many people believe that taking very small amounts of substances...

Popular Reports

COVID-19 could trigger this mental disease, study shows

In a new study, researchers found that in many children and young people with obsessive thoughts and compulsions experience, their OCD, anxiety and depressive...

Social media does not cause depression and anxiety in kids, study finds

The Big Question: Does Social Media Affect Teen Mental Health? Parents often worry that spending too much time on social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat,...

Your heart might predict if depression drugs will work

A new study has found that your heart’s reaction in the first minute of a brain stimulation treatment might help doctors know if the...

How meditation and relaxation can lower your blood pressure

In our fast-paced world, the quest for tranquility often leads us down the path of meditation and relaxation techniques. Amidst the hustle and bustle, these...

How you spend money may show your personality

In a new study, researchers found that how you spend your money can signal aspects of your personality. The research was done by a team...