Deaths of despair were rising long before opioids
A new study suggests that a drop in church attendance among white, middle-aged Americans without college degrees may be partly responsible for the rise...
Weight loss drugs work fast but with big nutrition risks
Newer weight loss medications have helped many people lose a large amount of weight in a short time.
Drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have...
Frequent AI chat linked to higher depression risk
Artificial intelligence tools have become part of everyday life for millions of people. Many use AI at work to write emails, summarize documents, or...
Reducing inflammation may boost motivation in depression
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. While sadness and low mood are often talked about,...
How a single injection could heal the gut and ease depression
Depression and digestive problems may seem like two very different health issues, but scientists are increasingly discovering that they are closely connected.
Many people with...
Brief psychotic experiences may make brain looks 20 years older
A new brain imaging study suggests that young people who experience brief psychotic symptoms, such as short hallucinations or unusual beliefs, may show signs...
Anxiety disorders can have many causes, study finds
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions in the world. Around one in four people will experience an anxiety disorder at...
Common depression drugs may increase risk of death
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions, affecting millions of people around the world. Many people with depression take antidepressants to...
One-size-fits-all AI mental health treatment does not work
Researchers at George Mason University have found that AI tools used to recommend antidepressants work better when they consider a patient’s race and background.
Their...
Mental disorders are linked to higher heart attack risk
A new study from the University of Calgary highlights a possible link between clinical mental health conditions and an increased risk of acute coronary...