Traffic noises linked to higher suicide risk, study finds
Mental health disorders affect almost one billion people globally, and they are one of the primary reasons for suicide.
In Switzerland, it is estimated that...
Suicide prevention: Protective factors can build hope and mitigate risks
Globally, an estimated 700,000 people take their own life every year — a statistic that underscores the importance of suicide prevention.
Suicidal thoughts (ideation), plans...
Obsessive compulsive disorder is more common than you think. But it can take 9...
Obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD, is a misunderstood mental illness despite affecting about one in 50 people – that’s about half a million Australians.
Our...
Social isolation may be as harmful as high blood pressure, obesity
Humans are social animals. We might define ourselves as introverts, but the survival of our species rests on safety in community.
Loneliness unleashes excess stress...
Odors from other people’s sweat can help treat social anxiety
A group of researchers from Europe recently conducted a study that suggests human body odor could be used to help treat social anxiety disorder.
Social...
Women with mental problems have doubled risk of cervical cancer
Women with mental illness or substance abuse are less likely to get tested, which means they're more likely to develop cervical cancer.
Who drink caffeine most? Smokers with mental illness, study finds
Adult smokers with mental illness, particularly those with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, drink more caffeine and are at a higher risk of health problems,...
Second medication may treat depression better in older people
Depression is a mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities that one used to enjoy.
It affects...
Common sleep hormone may reduce self-harm, anxiety, depression
Depression and self-harm are serious issues that affect many young people. Depression is a mood disorder that can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and...
Widely used sweetener in foods and drinks may increase anxiety, study finds
A recent study from Florida State University has linked aspartame, an artificial sweetener commonly found in over 5,000 diet foods and drinks, to anxiety...