Different types of depression may cause different chronic diseases
Depression has long been known to increase the risk of physical health problems like diabetes and heart disease.
Now, a new study shows that different...
Schizophrenia linked to these two things in the brain
Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects how people think, feel, and act. It can cause symptoms like hallucinations, confusion, strange beliefs, and...
Are people with ADHD more creative?
New research has revealed a fascinating connection between ADHD and creativity.
According to a study presented at the ECNP Congress in Amsterdam, people with ADHD...
Ketamine can effectively treat severe depression in the long run
A new study from UNSW Sydney and the Black Dog Institute has found that generic ketamine is safe and effective in treating severe depression...
Mixing pain meds and depression drugs may raise seizure risk in older adults
A new study shows that older adults in nursing homes may have a higher chance of having seizures if they take the pain medicine...
How stress can raise your blood pressure
A new study from Swinburne University has shown that stress may raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
This research...
Study finds strange cause of schizophrenia in some people
Scientists in Japan have made an exciting discovery that could help us better understand schizophrenia, a serious mental health condition.
Researchers from Tokyo Medical and...
Can some depression drugs raise your dementia risk?
A large study from the University of East Anglia has found a possible link between certain medications and a higher risk of dementia.
This study...
Study shows deep cause of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Scientists have grown tiny, pea-sized brains in the lab to better understand how schizophrenia and bipolar disorder affect the brain.
These two mental health conditions...
‘Magic mushroom’ may ease chronic pain and depression, study finds
Chronic pain is a major health problem around the world, affecting more than 1.5 billion people.
It often comes with mental health issues like depression...