Mental Health

New finding about depression and inflammation

Depression has traditionally been linked to increased inflammation. But in a new study, researchers refute this popular assumption. They found that only specific depression symptoms such...

Smoking may increase your risk of schizophrenia, depression

In a new study, researchers have found that tobacco smoking may increase your risk of developing depression and schizophrenia. The research was led by University...

Owning a dog may strongly benefit your mental wellbeing

In a new study, researchers found that new dog owners had a big reduction in loneliness within three months of acquiring their pets. The study...

These 10 drugs linked to higher suicide risk

In a new study, researchers found 10 prescription drugs are linked to an increased rate of suicide attempts. The 10 drugs include the opioid painkiller...

Fish oil supplements cannot help treat depression and anxiety

In a new study, researchers found that omega-3 fats have little or no effect on anxiety and depression. The research was conducted by a team...

New way to predict who will get depression under stress

In a new study, researchers found a tool that uses a range of genetic information to predict a person’s chance of developing depression when...

Schizophrenia could be detected in human hair

In a new study, researchers have found that biomarkers for schizophrenia can be detected in human hair. They discovered that a subtype of schizophrenia is...

No solid evidence cannabis could improve mental health

In a new study, researchers found that people with mental disorders cannot get real health benefits from cannabis. They reviewed 83 previous studies on medical...

This personality trait may protect you from depression

In a new study, researchers found people who have grandiose narcissistic traits are more likely to be 'mentally tough', feel less stressed and are...

Scientists develop new drug for depression treatment

More than 14 million Americans suffer from clinical depression, yet one in three doesn't experience relief from approved antidepressant drugs. In a new study, researchers...