Scientists find how to accurately predict depression and bipolar disorder
In a new study, researchers have developed the world's first test to accurately predict mood disorders in people, based on the levels of a...
This common antibiotic may reduce depression
In a new study, researchers found evidence that drug minocycline could improve depressive symptoms in patients with treatment-resistant depression and low inflammation.
Minocycline is a...
1 in 3 adults have anxiety, depression related to COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that one in three adults, particularly women, younger adults, are experiencing psychological distress related to COVID-19
The research was...
This mental problem second only to age as biggest risk factor for COVID-19 death
In a new study, researchers found that people with schizophrenia, a mental disorder that affects mood and perception of reality, are almost three times...
This psychedelic drug may treat some mental disorders
In a new study, researchers found, for the first time, why psychedelic drug lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) can increase social interaction.
The findings could help...
The head is connected to the heart and can influence health
A growing body of research shows good mental health can improve heart health and reduce cardiovascular risks, while poor mental health can increase the...
This depression drug may protect you from severe COVID-19
In a recent study from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, researchers found that the antidepressant fluvoxamine seems to prevent COVID-19...
Anxiety is linked with smoking – but how is still hazy
In these stressful pandemic times, health experts have more reason to circle back to the link between anxiety and smoking:
Does anxiety cause people to...
1 in 5 adults have mental health problems in midlife
In a new study, researchers found that baby boomers and Generation X are at the greatest risk of mental ill-health in middle age.
They found...
PTSD linked to COVID-19 pandemic fears
Even at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic last year, people around the world became more fearful of what could happen to them or...