Brain & Mind
Scientists Find Brain Changes Linked to Depression
Depression, also called major depressive disorder (MDD), is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world.
People with depression often experience long-lasting...
More than 600 schizophrenia-associated genes uncovered
Schizophrenia affects millions of people around the world and remains one of the most challenging mental health disorders to understand.
The illness can cause hallucinations,...
Some Video Games May Help Boost Mental Health
For many years, video games have been viewed mainly as a form of entertainment. Some people see them as a waste of time, while...
Scientists Discover Over 600 hundreds of Hidden Genes Linked to Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is one of the most serious mental health disorders. It affects how people think, feel, and understand reality.
People with schizophrenia may hear voices...
Stopping Depression Drugs Can Cause Strong Withdrawal Symptoms
Millions of people around the world take antidepressant medicines to help treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions.
These medicines can improve daily life...
Early Signs of Borderline Personality Disorder to Watch Out
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious mental health condition that affects the way people think about themselves, manage their emotions, and build relationships...
Writing About Your Life Story May Help Reduce Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions among young adults. Many people between the ages of 18 and 29 struggle with...
Friendly AI robots may help reduce children’s anxiety at doctor visits, study finds
For many young children, a visit to the doctor's office can be stressful.
They may worry about getting a shot, having blood taken, or meeting...
The 5 Most Addictive Drugs: How They Take Control of the Brain
Addiction is not simply a lack of willpower. It is a long-term medical condition that changes the way the brain works.
When a person becomes...
Nordic Walking Could Ease Depression in Just a Few Weeks
Many people think of walking as a gentle activity that mainly benefits the heart and muscles. However, scientists are increasingly discovering that physical activity...
A Daily Probiotic May Ease Depression and Anxiety in Older People
Scientists are increasingly discovering that mental health may be influenced by much more than the brain alone.
One surprising area of research focuses on the...
Why Scientists Are Warning People About Heavy Cannabis Use and Mental Health
For many young people, cannabis is seen as a normal part of social life. Some use it to relax after a stressful day, while...
Popular Reports
Scientists find brain markers for future suicide risk
A New Approach to Suicide Risk Assessment
Suicide prevention is a critical area in mental health care. Recognizing who might be at risk is key...
Scientists find big cause of mood swings in bipolar disorder
A groundbreaking study led by McGill University researchers has shed light on why people with bipolar disorder alternate between episodes of mania and depression....
A new brain treatment may help people with PTSD feel safe again
Post-traumatic stress disorder, often called PTSD, is a serious mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event....
Understanding the stroke-depression link – and what survivors and families can do
News that one of America's best-known stroke survivors was being treated for depression highlights a common and serious connection between the two afflictions.
Last May,...
This mental drug may strongly affect your brain’s ego center
Perhaps no region of the brain is more fittingly named than the claustrum, taken from the Latin word for "hidden or shut away."
The claustrum...