Mental Health

This ‘blood test’ could accurately detect PTSD

In a new study, researchers found an artificial intelligence tool has a 77% accuracy diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in male combat veterans. The...

This dietary supplement may help treat schizophrenia

In a new study, researchers found a dietary supplement, sarcosine, may help with schizophrenia as part of antipsychotic medication. The finding suggests the readily available...

Your gut bacteria may be linked to depression, high blood pressure

In a new study, researchers found people with high blood pressure had different gut bacteria compared to people with both high blood pressure and...

Suicide rates surging, especially in rural America

In a new study, researchers found suicide is becoming more common in America, an increase most pronounced in rural areas. They also found a cluster...

PTSD linked to higher risk of ovarian cancer

In a new study, researchers found women who experienced more symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) had a greater risk of developing ovarian cancer...

Hearing aids linked to lower risks of dementia, depression, falls

In a new study, researchers found older adults who get a hearing aid for hearing loss have lower risks of dementia, depression or anxiety...

Depression could be a cause of 20 major diseases

In a new study, researchers found major depressive disorder—referred to colloquially as the 'black dog' – has been identified as a genetic cause for...

Mechanism of schizophrenia different in men and women

In a new study, researchers found that the pathophysiology of schizophrenia differs significantly between males and females. They suggest a possible need for more sex-specific...

Depression symptoms in caregivers may predict future health problems

In a new study, researchers found caregivers of stroke survivors who show signs of depression may have a higher risk of suffering their own...

Air pollution linked to high risks of bipolar disorder, depression

In a new study, researchers found a strong link between exposure to environmental pollution and higher risks of neuropsychiatric disorders. They found in the United...