Mental Health

Dogs may sniff out oncoming PTSD flashbacks

Researchers at Dalhousie University have discovered that assistance dogs may have the potential to detect oncoming PTSD flashbacks by sensing changes in the breath...

Can heart disease cause mental problems?

Heart disease doesn’t just affect the body; it also has profound effects on the mind. The connection between heart health and mental health is...

Scientists find new cause of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

explored how lifestyle changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as increased sedentary behavior, have been linked to heightened depression risk. The findings from Yale have...

Novel study links brain stimulation, heart rate, and depression

Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital have uncovered intriguing connections between brain activity, heart rate, and depression, potentially paving the way for more accessible...

Scientists find an important cause of social anxiety disorder

Researchers from Uppsala University have made significant strides in understanding social anxiety disorder (SAD), a condition that deeply affects personal and professional lives. Published in...

This mental issue more likely to occur in middle-aged women with no child

In recent years, there's been a troubling rise in heavy drinking and alcohol-related health issues among women, especially those in their late 20s and...

Omega-6 fatty acids may reduce bipolar disorder risk

A recent study from the University of South Australia, published in the journal Biological Psychiatry, suggests that omega-6 fatty acids, commonly found in foods...

AI predicts mental health needs in cancer patients

Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and BC Cancer have developed a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) model designed to predict mental health...

New study reveals the evolution of anti-bullying laws in the U.S. over 18 years

Between 1999 and 2017, a significant shift took place across the United States as every state introduced legislation aimed at combating bullying. This period marked...

‘Magic mushroom’ could help treat depression, study shows

A recent study published in The BMJ has highlighted the effectiveness of psilocybin, the active component in "magic" mushrooms, in treating symptoms of depression....