Mental Health

Scientists find a new way to treat alcohol addiction

Struggling with alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a common issue many face. But a groundbreaking study might have found a potential...

Anxiety can affect your decision-making in social situations, study finds

Research from the Donders Institute of Radboud University has unveiled that anxious individuals utilize different parts of their brain compared to non-anxious people when...

Scientists find brain biomarker of depression

A recent study in Biological Psychiatry has uncovered multiple subtypes of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) using innovative brain imaging techniques. The findings pave the way...

How chronic pain is linked to depression, anxiety

Dealing with persistent pain isn't just a physical challenge; it often goes hand-in-hand with emotional troubles like depression and anxiety. A prominent doctor has highlighted...

New study challenges the link between depression, anxiety, and cancer

For years, there have been whispers that emotional problems like depression and anxiety might be linked to an increased risk of developing cancer. The idea...

Humor therapy may help treat depression and anxiety

We've all heard the saying, "Laughter is the best medicine." But can it genuinely help people dealing with depression and anxiety? A recent analysis published...

Kids acting as parents: how parentification affects mental health

Sometimes, kids take on roles that are usually meant for adults. Imagine a child looking after their younger siblings, managing bills, or comforting a...

Changing social media use may lower depression, study finds

In today's fast-paced world, social media is more than just sharing photos or catching up with old friends. For some, it becomes an obsession,...

Hoarding disorder and brain health: What to know

Hoarding is when people collect and keep a lot of items, even things that aren't valuable or needed. Over time, these items can fill...

Diet can influence mood, behavior and more – a neuroscientist explains

During the long seafaring voyages of the 15th and 16th centuries, a period known as the Age of Discovery, sailors reported experiencing visions of...