Mental Health

Some people may have addiction to ultra-processed foods, study finds

You may have heard the saying, "You can't eat just one" in potato chip ads, and according to a study from the University of...

Older mental drugs may offer new hope for type 2 diabetes treatment

Researchers from the University of Alberta, along with collaborators from other institutions, have made a promising discovery that suggests an older class of antipsychotic...

Light exposure at night linked to mental problems, while daytime light reduces risks

A study involving nearly 87,000 participants, making it the largest of its kind, has revealed a strong connection between light exposure and mental health. Increased...

Adele called herself a ‘borderline alcoholic’. But is that a real thing?

British singer-songwriter Adele says she has quit drinking, describing herself as a “borderline alcoholic” when she was in her 20s. She joins a growing number...

Insomnia and mental disorders are linked. But exactly how is still a mystery

The 2004 movie The Machinist gives us a striking depiction, albeit a fictional one, of the psychological effects of chronic insomnia. When people don’t have...

Scientists detect early signs of bipolar disorder

Researchers from the University of Manchester and Keele University have identified key indicators of bipolar disorder in individuals who have been diagnosed with other...

Scientists find a big cause of schizophrenia

Intriguing new insights into schizophrenia present a riveting exploration of the role of synaptic connections in the brain, potentially unlocking novel perspectives for treatment...

ChatGPT may manage depression better than doctors, study finds

In a study published in the open-access journal Family Medicine and Community Health, researchers have found that AI chatbots like ChatGPT can potentially outperform...

Ultra-processed foods linked to cognitive decline, shows study

In recent years, research has consistently shown that consuming ultraprocessed foods can lead to various health issues, including inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, obesity, and...

Sleep loss is linked to higher depression risk, study finds

A recent genetic study led by researchers at UCL (University College London) has uncovered a complex relationship between insufficient sleep and the development of...