‘Safety signals’ may help reduce anxiety
In a new study, researchers found a novel way that could help combat such anxiety: When life triggers excessive fear, use a safety signal.
They...
Popular blood pressure drugs may increase suicide risk
Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) and ACE inhibitors are commonly used to treat high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, heart failure, and diabetes.
They both work...
E-cigarette use linked to high depression risk
In a new study, researchers found that e-cigarette users were twice as likely than people who had never used e-cigarettes to report having depression.
The...
‘Frozen’ fear response may underlie PTSD
In a new study, researchers found that learned fear responses enable animals—including humans—to flee or freeze in the face of a perceived threat.
But if...
Chronic opioid use may increase risk of this mental problem
In a new study, researchers found that long-term (chronic) treatment with opioids, such as morphine, prior to trauma enhances fear learning.
The findings link chronic...
Despite treatments, many people with depression have suicidal thoughts
In a new study, researchers found that one in five people with depression has suicidal thoughts despite treatment with antidepressants.
The finding can be used...
Psychological well-being at 52 may predict cognitive functions at 69
In a new study, researchers found that psychological well-being at 52 years was prospectively associated with cognitive function at 69 years.
The research was conducted...
One shot of this depression drug could reduce problem drinking
In a new study, researchers found that a one-off dose of ketamine could help heavy drinkers reduce their alcohol intake.
They found that heavy drinkers...
These daily supplements may help control schizophrenia, depression
We’ve all heard that ‘food is good for your mood’.
As well as an established relationship between poor diet and mental illness, there is now...
Major breakthrough in new, more effective depression drugs
In a new study, researchers have taken a major step that could ultimately help develop a new class of antidepressants.
It may relieve symptoms more...