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...
Growth hormone plays a big role in mental health
Researchers at the University of São Paulo in Brazil have made a groundbreaking discovery about growth hormone (GH), a key player in building bones...
Gut health plays a big role in social anxiety disorder
A team of researchers from University College Cork in Ireland, along with a colleague from University Hospital Frankfurt in Germany, have made a significant...
Bipolar disorder linked to early death
Living with bipolar disorder, a serious mental illness that can cause extreme mood swings, is not only challenging but also linked to an increased...
Scientists find new causes of autism and other mental disorders
In recent decades, scientists have made great strides in understanding psychiatric disorders.
They've identified various genetic mutations and protein dysregulations that could be behind conditions...