Mental Health

These blood pressure medications linked to suicide risk

In a recent study conducted by researchers at St. Michael's Hospital, a concerning connection has been discovered between a widely used class of blood...

Scientists find a big cause of depression in adults

A recent study by Colorado State University has shed light on the significant impact social isolation has on the mental health of middle-aged and...

Living alone linked to much higher depression risk

Living solo might be linked to feeling more depressed, suggests a study published on February 15 in National Health Statistics Reports by the National...

These 4 exercises can reduce depression, study finds

Exercise has emerged as a promising strategy for managing depression, based on a recent review published in The BMJ. This research suggests that physical activities...

New blood test can predict schizophrenia risk and best treatment

A new blood test for schizophrenia, developed by researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine, marks a big advance in diagnosing and treating...

Anger, sadness, boredom, anxiety – emotions that feel bad can be useful

Remember the sadness that came with the last time you failed miserably at something? Or the last time you were so anxious about an...

Anxiety and high blood pressure: What you need to know

Have you ever felt your heart race during a moment of high stress or anxiety? Many of us have experienced this, but does this...

Alcohol’s surprising link to heart health and stress

The debate around alcohol and heart health has been ongoing, with various studies offering conflicting views. Some suggest that a daily glass of red wine...

How resistance exercise could ease anxiety and depression

A new study by teams at the University of Limerick in Ireland and elsewhere shines a new light on how lifting weights and resistance...

Common depression drugs linked to dementia risk

A compelling study conducted by the University of East Anglia has shed light on the long-term implications of using certain types of antidepressants, revealing...