Mental Health

Researchers find complex links between chronic pain and mental health

Chronic pain is often more than just a physical condition. According to Kurt Kroenke, M.D., of Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Medicine, it's...

How anxiety affects your decision-making

Have you ever felt your heart race when you bumped into someone you have a crush on? In such situations, we all have to decide...

Living alone can be dangerous for people with cognitive decline

Many older Americans with dementia or mild cognitive impairment live alone, facing risks like wandering, medication confusion, and missing doctor's appointments. A recent study suggests...

How hormones and the menstrual cycle can affect women with ADHD: 5 common questions

Have you noticed that your levels of attention may slightly change during your menstrual cycle? This may be particularly noticeable for women and people assigned...

Why people with social anxiety avoid eye contact

When you're talking to someone, do you make consistent eye contact or does your gaze often wander? How we engage with others through our...

Middle-aged women with no kids may have this mental issue, study finds

In recent times, more women, especially those in their late 20s and 30s, are consuming alcohol at a concerning rate. A study from Boston University...

Suicide attempts during depression linked to higher death risk

Depression and Its Global Impact Depression is more than just feeling sad; it's a severe mental illness that impacts millions of people around the world. According...

Shift work linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety

Recent research published in JAMA Network Open has linked shift work to an increased susceptibility for depression and anxiety. Study Overview Minzhi Xu, Ph.D., and his...

How to find a balance with shift work, sleep and mental health

Many shift workers work outside of the typical 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. traditional daytime working hours. Nontraditional shiftwork can include working rotational shifts,...

Scientists find a new way to treat alcohol addiction

Struggling with alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a common issue many face. But a groundbreaking study might have found a potential...