Mental Health

How grief rewires the brain and can affect health – and what to do...

Grief is a common, if not universal, human experience. But that doesn't make it simple. It's psychological, but it affects people physically. It's a matter...

This eye problem can affect your physical and mental health

In a new study, researchers found that people suffering from dry eye disease symptoms have a lower quality of life compared to those without...

COVID-19 mental health crisis is hitting young adults

As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, mental health professionals are growing more alarmed about a parallel mental health crisis brewing for young adults. The burden of...

This drug for mental health may harm the brain

In a recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry, researchers found that a commonly used antipsychotic medication is linked to adverse changes in brain structure. They...

How to eat to have good mental health

In a new study, researchers found that customized diets and lifestyle changes could be key to optimizing mental health. The research was conducted by a...

Scientists find new drug to treat depression effectively

In a new study, researchers found a drug that works against depression by a completely different mechanism than existing treatments. They showed that ezogabine (also...

Why experts say a good mood can lead to good health

It doesn't take a scientist to understand that laughter feels good, while anger feels awful. But it does take one to explain why one of...

These jobs may be linked to higher risk of heavy drinking

In a new study, researchers found that working in certain occupations may be associated with a higher likelihood of heavy drinking in people aged...

Almost half of COVID-19 sufferers report depression

In a new study, researchers found that almost half of people testing positive for coronavirus have reported symptoms of depression. The research was conducted by...

Effective anxiety therapy can strongly change personality

In a new study, researchers found that people with anxiety disorders can benefit from two types of therapy. They also found the same patients showed...