How antidepressants, ketamine and psychedelic drugs may make brains more flexible
The first-line pharmacological treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD) are antidepressant drugs known as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
But a significant proportion of people...
Some people with severe depression cannot get ketamine treatment
The treatment of patients with treatment-resistant depression poses a significant challenge within the public health system due to systemic barriers that make effective and...
Heated yoga shows promise in reducing depression symptoms
In a recent clinical trial led by Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), researchers discovered that heated yoga sessions had a significant positive impact on adults...
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...