Sleep loss is linked to higher depression risk, study finds
A recent genetic study led by researchers at UCL (University College London) has uncovered a complex relationship between insufficient sleep and the development of...
People with dementia have higher risk of mental disease before and after diagnosis
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights the significant risks of psychiatric disorders faced by individuals with dementia, both before and after...
Scientists find ketamine’s surprising effect on depression
Ketamine, a psychoactive drug, has shown remarkable and rapid relief for individuals suffering from severe depression in various studies.
However, one significant issue has been...
Why many depression drugs take weeks to work
Most people are aware that certain antidepressants, known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), require several weeks of use before patients start to experience...
Watching movies could be good for your mental health
Many of us enjoy sitting down to watch a good film because of the way movies can make us feel. A sad film might...
Virtual reality therapy may help people with hoarding disorder declutter
For individuals struggling with hoarding disorder, the reluctance to part with possessions can reach debilitating levels.
A recent pilot study conducted by researchers at Stanford...
Stress and depression may strongly affect women’s heart health
Stress and depression can have a significant impact on a person's health, and they have been particularly linked to an increased risk of heart...
New guidance aims to improve diagnosis of hoarding disorder
A team of experts from Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has published guidance to assist healthcare professionals in diagnosing hoarding disorder accurately.
Hoarding disorder, a largely...
AI chatbot shows promise in depression treatment recommendations, study finds
A recent study published in the journal Family Medicine and Community Health suggests that an AI language model, ChatGPT, may outperform primary care doctors...
Adults with ADHD at higher risk for dementia, shows Rutgers study
A recent study conducted by Rutgers University has shed light on a concerning link between Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and dementia risk in adults.
The study,...