Mental Health

How a healthy lifestyle combats depression

Depression affects one in 20 adults worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. It's not just about feeling sad; it's a complex condition influenced by...

Recovered depressive patients still focus on negative information

A recent study published in the Journal of Psychopathology and Clinical Science suggests that individuals who have recovered from major depressive episodes exhibit a...

Scientists find why ketamine has rapid effects to fight depression

In a groundbreaking study led by Dr. Chen Yelin from the Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, researchers have...

Anxiety and stress really can be lowered through colouring – here’s what our research...

When we think of the best ways to reduce stress, we might picture activities such as exercise or meditation. But while these pursuits certainly...

Depression screening outperforms suicide risk screening, study finds

A recent study led by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Wesleyan University found that depression screening methods are more effective than...

Can self-help books help with depression? I spoke to readers to find out

For millions of readers around the world, self-help books offer a discreet, affordable way to access an array of psychological insights and therapeutic techniques. Take...

Some mental health meds can make you gain weight and lose confidence, study finds

Many people take medicines to help manage mental health conditions like psychosis. While these drugs can be life-changing, they often come with a catch: rapid...

Ultrasound shows promise in treating mental health disorders

A groundbreaking study from the University of Plymouth suggests that transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) could significantly impact brain function and potentially pave the way...

Beat depression with a healthy lifestyle

Feeling down and don't know what to do? You're not alone. About one in 20 adults around the world feels the same way. That's what...

Scientists find specific characteristics of people with OCD

Have you ever found yourself double-checking if the door is locked or feeling a little uneasy about germs on a doorknob? You're not alone. We...