Why the way you exercise affects your mental health
When we think about exercise and mental health, we often imagine that any movement is good movement. But a new study from the University...
Can low-calorie diets increase your depression risk?
A large-scale study published in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health has found that low-calorie diets may be linked to a higher risk of depressive...
Common anxiety pills could affect cancer survival
Many people take anxiety pills called benzodiazepines to help them feel calm or sleep better.
These drugs are also used a lot by people with...
Worsening depression may predict pain in older people, study finds
A new study from University College London (UCL) has found that middle-aged and older adults who experience moderate to severe pain are more likely...
How letting your mind wander can reset your brain
Every day, we're faced with constant opportunities for stimulation.
With 24/7 access to news feeds, emails and social media, many of us find ourselves scrolling...
Pets don’t necessarily improve their owners’ well-being
People often turn to pets to boost their mood and find companionship.
Improving well-being and reducing loneliness are among the most cited reasons for adopting...
Which over-the-counter supplements really lower depression?
Many people have heard of St John’s Wort or omega-3 supplements for depression, but there are dozens more over-the-counter (OTC) products being promoted for...
Eating more veggies can improve your mental health
Eating more vegetables—and some fruit—may be linked to better mental health, according to a large Australian study.
Researchers from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), based...
Stronger cannabis linked to higher risk of mental illness, study finds
Cannabis today is very different from what it was 20 years ago.
According to Dr. Nicholas Fabiano, a researcher and medical doctor at the University...
New way to treat severe, treatment-resistant depression
Running from your brainstem down through your body, two long nerve pathways—called the vagus nerves—connect your brain to your heart, lungs, abdomen, and intestines.
These...