Mental Health

5 signs of depression you shouldn’t ignore

It can be painful to watch a friend struggle with their mental health. Here are some common symptoms of depression to watch for and ways...

Why ketamine could treat depression fast and effectively

In a study from Inserm, CNRS, Sorbonne University, and elsewhere, scientists identified one of the mechanisms explaining the ketamine effect as an antidepressant. Ketamine, usually...

These mental diseases may increase dementia risk by 2.5 times

In a study from University College London, scientists found people with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia are 2.5 times more likely than those without...

Why touching a dog can help you reduce stress and depression

In a study from the University of Basel, scientists found that viewing, feeling, and touching real dogs leads to increasingly higher levels of activity...

Suicide risk almost 7 times higher after early diagnosis of dementia

In a study from Queen Mary University of London and the University of Nottingham, scientists found that suicide risk in the first three months...

Stress hormone linked to higher blood sugar in type 2 diabetes

In a study from The Ohio State University, scientists found a clear link between the stress hormone cortisol and higher blood sugar levels in...

Apathy could predict dementia years before other symptoms

In a study from the University of Cambridge, scientists found that apathy—a lack of interest or motivation—could predict the onset of some forms of...

People with this personality have a high risk of schizophrenia

Detecting and treating schizophrenia early, even before symptoms occur, could lead to better treatment outcomes. Previous studies have shown differences in social function and cognition...

Folic acid supplementation may help reduce suicide risk

In a study from the University of Chicago, scientists found that folic acid supplements may help reduce suicide risk. They used data from the health...

Major depression increased 60% in older people from 2010 to 2019

In a study from the University of California in San Diego, scientists found the prevalence of depression is increasing among older adults, but there...