Scientists develop soft ball to boost mental health
Alexz Farrall, a Ph.D. student from the University of Bath's Department of Computer Science, has invented a shape-shifting soft ball designed to personify breathing...
New study links genetic risk of depression to other mental problems
A groundbreaking study led by Aarhus University, Denmark, has discovered a significant genetic correlation between depression and other psychiatric disorders, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia,...
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,...
Dancing may help treat depression, study shows
Beyond Words, Into Movement
Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland are tapping into the therapeutic potential of dance for treating mild-to-moderate depression.
By focusing on...
Suicide attempts during depression linked to higher death risk
Depression and Its Global Impact
Depression is more than just feeling sad; it's a severe mental illness that impacts millions of people around the world.
According...
Shift work linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety
Recent research published in JAMA Network Open has linked shift work to an increased susceptibility for depression and anxiety.
Study Overview
Minzhi Xu, Ph.D., and his...
Scientists find a new way to treat alcohol addiction
Struggling with alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a common issue many face. But a groundbreaking study might have found a potential...
Anxiety can affect your decision-making in social situations, study finds
Research from the Donders Institute of Radboud University has unveiled that anxious individuals utilize different parts of their brain compared to non-anxious people when...
Humor therapy may help treat depression and anxiety
We've all heard the saying, "Laughter is the best medicine." But can it genuinely help people dealing with depression and anxiety?
A recent analysis published...
Changing social media use may lower depression, study finds
In today's fast-paced world, social media is more than just sharing photos or catching up with old friends. For some, it becomes an obsession,...