High diastolic blood pressure may harm your mood health
Most people know that high blood pressure can lead to heart disease, but new research shows it might also affect your personality.
A study published...
Dogs are helping people regulate stress even more than expected
In a 2022 survey of 3,000 U.S. adults, more than one-third of respondents reported that on most days, they feel "completely overwhelmed" by stress.
At...
Childhood trauma leaves a lifelong mark, especially for black Americans
A new study from the University of Georgia reveals that negative experiences during childhood—such as living in unsafe communities or facing discrimination—can have lasting...
Blood pressure drug could help treat ADHD more safely
A new study suggests that a common blood pressure drug, amlodipine, could be repurposed to help treat symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
This international research,...
Anti-inflammatory drug can motivation in depression
A new study from Emory University has found that an anti-inflammatory drug may help improve motivation in people with depression.
The study, published in the...
Many adults with chronic pain have depression and anxiety
A major new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has revealed a strong link between chronic pain and mental health.
After analyzing data from over 375...
Heart attack or anxiety? Understanding the difference
When someone experiences sudden chest pain, rapid heartbeat, or shortness of breath, it’s easy to think they might be having a heart attack. But...
Natural remedies for anxiety and depression
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health challenges people face today. They can make everyday life feel overwhelming, exhausting, or...
Common causes of hallucinations in mental illness
Hallucinations can be deeply confusing and frightening. They happen when someone sees, hears, smells, feels, or tastes something that isn’t really there.
For people with...
Can anxiety cause physical pain?
Anxiety is something many people experience—whether it’s worrying about a job interview, public speaking, or a loved one’s health. But what’s less known is...