Autism later-life diagnosis doesn’t mean lower quality of life
A growing number of people are discovering that they are autistic in adulthood.
This is especially the case among women, with a number of celebrities...
The power of laughter: how humor can help ease anxiety and depression
It's often said that laughter is the best medicine. Have you ever wondered if that's really true? Scientists have been curious about this, too.
They...
Brain health and the tummy: how your gut might affect your mood
Did you know the food you eat could change the way your brain works? Some scientists think that certain types of food might be...
Social isolation may negatively impact bone health
Social isolation, a significant form of psychosocial stress, may lead to reduced bone health, according to a study conducted on mice.
Social isolation linked to worse brain health and cognitive function
A study published in eLife has indicated that social isolation may negatively impact cognitive performance and brain structure, potentially increasing the likelihood of developing...
Scientists suggest regular anxiety checks for older people
Anxiety is like an unwanted guest that doesn't know when to leave. It can make people feel scared and worried a lot. Just like...
Is it anxiety or ADHD, or both? How to tell the difference and why...
Cassie” is an anxious adult. She stresses and puts off tasks that should be simple. Seeing others succeed makes her feel inadequate.
It’s easier to...
Middle-aged women with no child more likely to have this mental problem
Women who had not had children by age 35, or those who turned 35 in recent years, are at the highest risk of binge drinking.
Link between alcohol and depression
Did you know that what we drink can affect how we feel? A group of scientists found that people who drink less alcohol often...
Depression and city living might make you age faster
Scientists at McMaster University found out that being depressed and living in poor urban areas might make you age faster.
This research, published on June...