Why some suicides happen without any warning signs
When someone dies by suicide, the people who knew them often say the same words: “I had no idea.” This is not just a...
Could a simple infection trigger OCD?
Many people think of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, as a problem that only affects adults.
In reality, this condition often begins in childhood. Studies suggest...
AI can diagnose mental health disease better than traditional tools
A new study has found that an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant can talk with people about their mental health and offer more accurate assessments...
Nighttime phone use may increase suicidal thoughts
Smartphones have become a normal part of modern life. People use them for work, social connection, entertainment, and to find information.
Many people check their...
Depression drugs may help prevent severe gum disease
A new study has found that people who take antidepressants may be less likely to suffer from severe gum disease.
This unexpected finding could offer...
Treating PTSD early may cut heart disease risk by 50%
UCLA researchers are working on new ways to treat the physical effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Their recent studies show that helping people with...
Depression and insomnia together may greatly increase dementia risk, study finds
A large new study from Saint Louis University has found that older adults who have both depression and insomnia are at much higher risk...
These genetic variants can increase ADHD risk by 15 times
ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a common brain condition that often runs in families.
Scientists have known for a while that many tiny genetic changes—each...
Enlarged prostate may increase risk of depression and anxiety
A new study has found that men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate, are more likely to experience depression...
Keto diet can reduce depression symptoms
A major new study led by researchers at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto has taken a close look at how ketogenic diets may affect...