Mental Health

Scientists find over 200 new genes linked to depression

Researchers from University College London (UCL) have made a big discovery in understanding depression, a common but complex mental health disorder. In a study published...

Childhood stress could increase depression risk in young adults

A recent study published in JCCP Advances has unveiled a concerning link between negative life events (NLE) experienced during childhood and an increased risk...

Study challenges the one-size-fits-all approach of CBTp

A recent paper from the University of Southampton questions the dominance of Cognitive Behavior Therapy for psychosis (CBTp) as the primary treatment and suggests...

Why depression makes learning become difficult

A recent study spanning several months, led by Professor Dr. med. Markus Ullsperger from Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, has shed light on the...

Women’s tears can block aggression in men, study finds

Intriguing new research published in PLOS Biology has uncovered a remarkable effect of women's tears on men's behavior. The study, led by Shani Agron at...

Menstrual cycle can affect suicidal thoughts, study finds

A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago has shed light on the connection between the menstrual cycle and suicidal...

Caregiving may help reduce depression risk, study finds

When we think of taking care of an aging parent or spouse, it's common to believe it's a direct path to feeling stressed or...

Living with bipolar disorder brings hidden health risks

Living with bipolar disorder, a serious mental illness that causes extreme mood changes, can be very tough. Not only does it make daily life...

Fried foods linked to higher risk of anxiety and depression

A recent study by food scientists at Zhejiang University in China has found that frequent consumption of fried foods, particularly fried potatoes, is linked...

Scientists find rising suicide rates among older men

Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has highlighted a worrying increase in suicide rates among older men in the...