Cyberbully linked to much higher risk of self-harm and suicide
Children and young people under 25 who are victims of cyberbullying are more than twice as likely to self-harm and enact suicidal behavior, according...
The memory part of the brain may also hold clues for anxiety and depression
The hippocampus is an area of the brain commonly linked with memory and dementia.
But new U of T Scarborough research finds that it may...
Should exercise be what the doctor orders for depression?
More mental health providers may want to take a closer look at including exercise in their patients' treatment plans, a new study suggests.
Researchers asked...
Old antibiotic could be new depression treatment
An antibiotic used mostly to treat acne has been found to improve the quality of life for people with major depression, in a world-first...
Anxiety ‘chain reaction’ opens door to diabetes
Scientists have uncovered a link between emotional stress and diabetes, with roots in the brain’s ability to control anxiety.
The research establishes a metabolic chain...
What causes depression? What we know, don’t know and suspect
The term and even diagnosis of "depression" can have different meanings and consequences. Depression can be a normal mood state, a clinical disorder, and...
What firefighters can tell us about PTSD risk
Firefighters are exposed to a range of potentially traumatic stressors in their jobs, and many cope perfectly fine.
However, a not-insignificant percentage of them develop...
Digital addiction increases loneliness, anxiety and depression
Smartphones are an integral part of most people's lives, allowing us to stay connected and in-the-know at all times.
The downside of that convenience is...
An easy way to beat stress and build a healthier life
Ten minutes of conscious breathing every day can transform your ‘fight or flight’ reactions. Here’s what to do.
Stress is something that we can’t entirely...
Depression study pinpoints genes that may trigger the condition
Nearly 80 genes that could be linked to depression have been discovered by scientists.
The findings could help explain why some people may be at...