AI voice coach may help treat anxiety, depression
A Growing Demand for Mental Health Resources
In recent years, we've seen an increased need for mental health services.
The coronavirus pandemic has only made matters...
Common mental disease drugs may help treat type 2 diabetes
Background: Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes is a significant health concern. Type 2 diabetes, the more common variety, affects millions of people globally.
This condition leads to higher...
Living well with bipolar disorder
Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition that causes mood swings, including episodes of mania and depression.
People living with bipolar disorder may face a...
Ultra-processed foods may increase risk of depression
Research Overview
In a groundbreaking study from Australia, researchers have discovered a link between diets high in ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of depression....
Scientists find new treatment for depression
Depression is a common but serious condition that can affect anyone. It makes people feel sad, hopeless, and uninterested in life.
It can affect how...
How getting out into nature can help people with drug and alcohol problems
Health professionals may suggest people spend more time out in nature to help with their physical fitness by doing activities in woods, parks or...
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 a ground-breaking tool for addiction recovery
Understanding Addiction and Recovery
Addiction recovery isn't a straightforward process. It's a journey that's different for everyone, influenced by a variety of factors.
Some people have...
Is loneliness really as damaging to your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day?
Vivek Murthy, the US surgeon general, recently warned that “being socially disconnected” has a similar effect on mortality as smoking up to 15 cigarettes...
Social isolation may be a big cause of depression in adults
Introduction
Depression is a mental health disorder that is pervasive worldwide, affecting millions of people and severely impacting an individual's quality of life.
A recent study...