Why stress in adolescence can cause mental problems in adulthood
A recent study by the University of São Paulo has found that too much stress during the teenage years can change the way genes...
The hidden dangers of loneliness: a lifelong impact on health
A recent study reveals a concerning link between loneliness and increased risks of serious illness and death in middle and later years.
This research, led...
Social withdrawal in teens linked to higher suicide risk, study shows
A recent study has raised concerns about the mental health of adolescents who avoid social activities and suffer from physical discomforts like headaches and...
Scientists find promising treatment for anxiety in autism
A groundbreaking study at the University of Missouri has discovered that propranolol, a drug typically used for high blood pressure, can also effectively reduce...
Why social rejection is more painful to some people
When bad things happen, like a tough breakup or an embarrassing moment, it's common for people to keep thinking about it. But for some,...
Boosting mood can help fight inflammatory bowel disease
A groundbreaking study from King's College London has revealed a promising new way to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) - by improving mood.
The research,...
Scientists find a big cause of depression in adults
A significant study from Colorado State University has shed new light on the factors contributing to depression, particularly in middle-aged and older adults.
Depression is...
Teenage stress can lead to obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure late in life
The journey from teenage years to adulthood can be stressful, and a recent study has shown that this stress can lead to serious health...
Healthy gut may help prevent depression, anxiety
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have made an exciting discovery about a bacterium called Lactobacillus.
This friendly microbe, found in fermented...
This mental disease linked to greater risk for early death than smoking
A recent study has revealed some concerning news for people living with bipolar disorder.
Researchers from the University of Michigan have found that having bipolar...