Ketamine shows promise in treating severe depression
A low-cost version of ketamine has shown encouraging results in a double-blind trial, which compared it with a placebo for the treatment of severe...
The hidden cost of student debt: a mounting mental health crisis
The Supreme Court’s recent dismissal of student loan relief has left many borrowers grappling with disappointment and resignation.
According to new research from the University...
A new therapy might beat depression better than the current champ
Depression - it's a hefty word that brings to mind images of people trapped in their own minds, unable to experience joy. It's a...
Loneliness: A hidden cause of depression in middle-aged and older people
Depression is a hidden villain. It's a leading cause of disability all over the world. It targets people of all ages, but it often...
Gut health and ADHD: a new connection
Do you know there are millions of tiny creatures living inside your body right now? It might sound like something from a sci-fi movie,...
Deeper digs on depression: unearthing brain’s hidden secrets
Depression is a common mental health issue that can turn lives upside down. Researchers are always on a quest to understand how this tricky...
Children’s laughter may boost mental health in older people
Have you ever noticed the happiness that fills a room when a child enters? Their laughter and curiosity can light up even the dullest...
The art of unwinding: how creative hobbies help Americans chill
A lot of Americans - nearly half, in fact - are turning to creative activities to keep stress and anxiety at bay.
Be it tickling...
Air pollution: the invisible threat to our mental health
Air pollution is like an invisible monster that might be messing with our minds. That's what a new study says.
This study was published in...
Understanding the emotional ‘blunting’ effect of common depression drugs
A study from the University of Cambridge has revealed why common antidepressants, specifically selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), cause emotional "blunting" in about half...