Your walking could predict depression risk
In a new study, researchers found older people who were newly diagnosed with depression had a slower walking speed and a shorter step length...
New study suggests you live in the moment, don’t selfie or snap it
If you're attending a destination wedding, taking a tour or simply celebrating the birthday of someone dear, a study came to both a new...
Opioid addiction: 11 big signs you should know
Many people use opioid to deal with chronic pain.
However, when they overuse the drug, they become addicted to it.
it is not always easy to...
Social media use may bring risks to your mental health
Positive interactions on social media are not making people feel more connected, whereas negative experiences increase the likelihood of them reporting loneliness, according a...
Many older patients may get too many depression drugs
In a new study, researchers found potential overprescribing of antidepressant medications occurred in nearly one-quarter of elderly residents.
The team studied individuals living in Olmsted...
Obsessive compulsive symptoms in youth may mean other mental diseases later
Engaging in repetitive and ritualistic behaviors is part of typical child development.
However, behaviors that develop into obsessive and compulsive symptoms (OCS) may represent a...
Sexual assault strongly harms physical and mental health of women
In a recent study, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh show that experiences of sexual harassment and sexual assault could have a big impact...
PTSD linked to high risks of heart disease, cancer
In a new study, researchers found post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was linked to cardiovascular disease and cancer, as well as the metabolic syndrome.
In the...
There could be three types of depression
According to the World Health Organization, nearly 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression and these rates are on the rise.
However, doctors and scientists...
This high blood pressure drug could help treat pain and anxiety
In a recent study, researchers found that an inhaled form of a high blood pressure medication has the potential to treat certain types of...