Mental Health

New group therapy could help treat PTSD

A novel eight-week program combining compassion and mindfulness has shown remarkable effectiveness in alleviating post-traumatic stress symptoms, according to a study conducted by researchers...

Scientists find a big cause of depression in older people

A groundbreaking study from Colorado State University, led by Stephen Aichele and his team, has shed new light on depression in middle-aged and older...

Many people face mental health challenges after weight loss surgery

A recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry on September 25th has revealed a concerning trend in the aftermath of bariatric surgery, a procedure commonly...

Can weight loss surgery harm mental health?

A comprehensive study conducted by Lund University and Karolinska Institutet has shed new light on the long-term effects of bariatric surgery in young people. While...

How sleep loss affects your emotional health

A recent study led by University of Houston Professor of Psychology Candice Alfano, published in the journal Psychological Bulletin, delves deep into the relationship...

77% of female and 50% of male U.S. medical interns suffer from sexual harassment

In a concerning revelation, over half of medical interns in the United States have reported experiencing sexual harassment. This information comes from a study...

Breaking the vicious cycle of stress and depression

A groundbreaking study has shed new light on how mental disorders and stress are interlinked. Published in the Psychological Bulletin, this research has found that...

This blood pressure drug is linked to higher suicide risk

Once, there was a team of scientists from St. Michael’s Hospital who were curious about the effects of certain blood pressure medications on people's...

Why some gun shooting survivors don’t seek mental health support

New research published in JAMA Network Open sheds light on the challenges faced by survivors of gun violence in accessing mental health services. This study,...

Loneliness may increase death risk, study finds

A recent study has highlighted a concerning link between loneliness experienced at various times in life and an increased risk of serious illness and...