Study finds what causes OCD in some children
Scientists at Yale University have discovered that the body’s own immune system might play a role in causing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in some children....
Nearly half of people with depression show treatment-resistant symptoms
A new study has found that nearly half of all people diagnosed with depression may not benefit from common antidepressant treatments, highlighting a major...
What really causes hoarding disorder?
Hoarding disorder is something many people first hear about through reality TV, where extreme cases of clutter and chaos are put on full display....
Study shows in root cause of alcohol addiction in the brain
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is one of the most widespread and serious mental health problems in the world. It affects millions of people and...
Why common depression drugs could prevent infections and sepsis
A new study suggests that fluoxetine, commonly known as Prozac, may do more than treat depression. Researchers at the Salk Institute found that it...
What’s the difference between burnout and depression?
If your summer holiday already feels like a distant memory, you’re not alone. Burnout – a state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion following...
Workplace injuries strongly harm mental health, study finds
A new study from the University of Manitoba has found that people who get injured at work experience a bigger decline in mental health...
This drug may reduce depression and cognitive impairment in older adults
Scientists at Karolinska Institutet have found that duloxetine, a commonly used antidepressant, may also have benefits for memory and thinking abilities in older adults.
Their...
Social chatbots could reduce loneliness and anxiety effectively
A new study has found that social chatbots—AI-powered programs designed to have conversations—can help university students feel less lonely and anxious.
The research, published in...
Scientists find big cause of mood swings in bipolar disorder
A groundbreaking study led by McGill University researchers has shed light on why people with bipolar disorder alternate between episodes of mania and depression....