Understanding suicide risk in veterans in the U.S.
Suicide among veterans is a serious issue, and researchers are working to find better ways to prevent it. A recent study looked at veterans...
These drugs for depression may increase risk of death, study finds
A new study has found that adults with depression who start treatment with newer antipsychotic medications may face a higher risk of death compared to those who add...
Study finds big cause of depression in older adults
Depression is a serious mental health issue that affects millions of people around the world. It can happen to anyone, but middle-aged and older...
Group art activities help reduce depression and anxiety in older people
A new study from Queen Mary University of London has found that group arts activities—such as painting, music, and dance—can significantly improve mental health in older adults.
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The five most addictive substances and how they affect the brain
Addiction is a powerful condition that changes the way the brain works, making it difficult for people to control their actions. Some substances are...
Childhood challenges may help prevent anxiety, study finds
A new study from Yale University suggests that facing some adversity during childhood and adolescence may actually help build resilience to anxiety disorders later in...
Women without children more likely to have this mental issue
A new study from the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) has found that excessive drinking and alcohol-related deaths are increasing at an...
Millions of children in the U.S. live with a parent with substance use disorder
A new study estimates that nearly 17 million children and teenagers in the United States live with a parent who has a substance-use disorder....
Getting ADHD drugs via telehealth could increase addiction risk
For the past five years, people with ADHD have been able to get their stimulant medications prescribed and renewed through telehealth visits, thanks to relaxed rules during the...
Scientists find big cause of self-disruptive behaviours
Most people learn from an early age that actions have consequences. However, a new study from UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University suggests that some individuals...