Drugs and talk therapy equally effective for treating depression
Spending an hour in talk therapy with a trained counselor costs much more, and takes more time, than swallowing an inexpensive antidepressant pill.
But a...
Obesity and addictions may overlap a lot, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people with obesity behave somewhat like people with addictions to alcohol or drugs.
But obesity is also a...
Middle-aged adults with this mental problem may have a heart attack easily
In a new study, researchers found middle-aged adults who show symptoms of borderline personality disorder may be at greater risk for a heart attack.
They...
These drugs may effectively and safely reduce depression symptoms
In a new study, researchers found anti-inflammatory agents, such as aspirin/paracetamol, statins, and antibiotics can safely and effectively curb the symptoms of major depression.
And...
PTSD nearly doubles infection risk
In a new study, researchers found people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were 1.8 times as likely to have any infection as those without...
The tendency to hear ‘voices’ in schizophrenia may start in infancy
In a new study, researchers found the propensity to hear 'voices' in schizophrenia may be established by infancy.
The research was reported by a team...
Metacognitive therapy may help treat depression effectively
In a new study, researchers found fewer patients relapse after metacognitive therapy for depression.
The research was conducted by a team from the Norwegian University...
This method may help you get rid of fearful memories
In a new study, researchers found that mindfulness meditation training could alter how we process fearful memories.
Participating in an eight-week mindfulness meditation program appears...
Moderate alcohol drinking linked to less chronic pain, depression
Many people jokingly refer to their occasional glass of wine after work as medicine.
A new study hints at there being some truth to the...
Mental disorders may strongly decrease life expectancy
In a new study, researchers found people with mental disorders have a life expectancy up to a decade shorter than the general population.
They found...