Brain & Mind
Why having a crush can make you feel totally out of control
If you have ever had a crush that made you feel nervous, excited, distracted, or even a little irrational, you are not alone.
Psychologists say...
Ketamine shows fast relief for suicidal thoughts
A new study from Columbia University has found that ketamine, a drug often used to treat serious depression, can quickly help reduce suicidal thoughts.
What’s...
Ketamine may offer fast relief for chronic fatigue, new study finds
A drug best known as an anesthetic and a fast-acting treatment for severe depression may also help reduce chronic fatigue, according to a small...
Smart earbuds could soon detect early signs of cognitive decline
Earbuds may soon do much more than play music or take phone calls.
According to a new international study, the same devices millions of people...
Natural ways to calm anxiety in older people
Anxiety is something many older adults deal with. As people age, they often face changes in their health, lifestyle, or brain chemistry. These changes...
Why brain fog happens and what you can do about it
Many people use the term “brain fog” to describe a frustrating mental state where thinking feels slow, unclear, or exhausting.
It is not a medical...
Why chamomile tea is a natural powerhouse for sleep, stress, and heart health
Chamomile tea is one of the world’s most cherished herbal infusions, valued not only for its mild, naturally sweet flavor but also for its...
How long do people with spina bifida live? New study offers clearer answers
A new long-term study offers important insight into how long people with open spina bifida may live, and how factors such as mobility, feeding...
B vitamins, vitamin D may help prevent depression and anxiety
Scientists from Pontifical Catholic University of Goiás have found that B vitamins and vitamin D may help prevent or reduce symptoms of depression and...
ADHD drugs may work differently than we thought
A new study from Washington University School of Medicine challenges the long-held belief about how ADHD medications work.
Researchers found that common stimulant drugs like...
Natural ways to ease nerve pain from peripheral neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.
It often causes pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness, especially in...
Struggling with focus or low mood? Omega-3s may help, studies suggest
When you think about staying sharp and focused, fish probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind. But maybe it should be.
You've likely...
Popular Reports
An easy guide to understanding and treating hoarding disorder
What Is Hoarding Disorder?
Have you ever watched a TV show about someone who can't stop collecting things, even trash, until their house is so...
These blood pressure medications linked to suicide risk
In a recent study conducted by researchers at St. Michael's Hospital, a concerning connection has been discovered between a widely used class of blood...
More women get mental problems during and after pregnancy
Over the last decade, recognizing and treating mental health issues during pregnancy and the first year of a baby's life has gotten much better.
However,...
Scientists find links among anxiety, medications, and dementia risk
As people age, concerns about mental health issues like anxiety and dementia often grow.
A new study from Saint Louis University School of Medicine digs...
Brain game does not really improve your brain
In a new study from University of Western Ontario, researchers debunk claims that getting better at a brain training game can translate to improved...