Unemployment of adult children can increase parents’ depression risk
A new study has found that when adult children are unemployed, their parents are more likely to experience depressive symptoms.
This research, conducted by the...
How sleep strengthens happy memories and could help treat addiction
Scientists at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science in Japan have discovered how sleep helps strengthen memories linked to positive emotions, such as happiness...
Headache disorders linked to higher risk of suicide, study finds
A new study from researchers at Aarhus University in Denmark has found that people diagnosed with headache disorders are more likely to attempt or...
How climate change can harm your mental health
In recent years, more people have started feeling anxious about climate change. News reports often highlight rising temperatures, natural disasters, and the destruction of...
Understanding the major cause of hoarding disorder
Hoarding disorder is often portrayed in reality TV shows, where people’s homes are filled with towering piles of belongings. But in reality, hoarding is...
Shorter telomeres linked to higher risk of stroke, dementia, and depression
A new study suggests that people with shorter protective caps at the ends of their chromosomes, called telomeres, may have a higher risk of developing age-related...
Cannabis use linked to schizophrenia, study shows
A new study from Canadian researchers has found that the proportion of new schizophrenia cases associated with cannabis use disorder (CUD) has more than...
Study shows major causes of depression in older adults
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems around the world. It makes people feel sad, lose interest in daily activities, and...
Depression drug ketamine could treat PTSD, study shows
A new study has found that small doses of liquid ketamine, taken in a clinical setting, can significantly reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder...
Common blood pressure drugs can affect sleep and mental health
Sleep is essential for good health, yet many people struggle to get enough rest. In the United States, about one in three adults does...