Good sleep quality and good mood may boost your memory function
In a new study, researchers have found strong links between working memory -- a fundamental building block of a functioning mind -- and three...
Signs of workplace depression everyone should know
One in five Americans experience symptoms of depression during their lifetime.
And yet, a distinct stigma still exists around the topic, especially in the workplace,...
‘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...