Mental Health

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...

Mind-body practices lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes

In a study from the Keck School of Medicine of USC, scientists found some mind-body practices can be nearly as effective as commonly prescribed...

Loneliness may double the risk of type 2 diabetes

In a study from Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, scientists found that feelings of loneliness are linked to a much higher risk of...

Daytime eating may benefit mental health

In a study from Brigham and Women's Hospital, scientists found that meal timing may affect mental health, including levels of depression- and anxiety-related mood. Shift...

Newer depression drugs may increase death risk, scientists find

In a study from Rutgers and Columbia Universities, scientists found an increased death risk in adults with depression who used newer antipsychotic medications compared...

Eating fruits frequently may help prevent depression

In a new study from Aston University, scientists found that frequently eating fruits can make you feel better, while tasty but less healthy snacks...

Botox may help reduce depression, study shows

The bacterial toxin botulinum toxin (BTX)—colloquially known as Botox—is probably known to most people as a remedy for wrinkles. But in a study from the...

Common depression drug may stop cancer growth

In a study from KU Leuven, scientists found that the antidepressant sertraline inhibits the growth of cancer cells. It targes a metabolic addiction that allows...