What your DNA says about cannabis use and mental health
Scientists at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, working with the genetic testing company 23andMe, have discovered new links between cannabis...
Study shows deep cause of alcohol addiction
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is one of the most serious mental health problems in the world today.
It affects millions of people and causes a...
Self-diagnosis on the rise: helpful or harmful?
In today’s world, medical and psychological terms that were once used only by professionals are now part of everyday conversations.
It’s not unusual to hear...
Possible link between common blood pressure pills and suicide risk
A new study has raised concerns about a possible link between a widely prescribed blood pressure drug and an increased risk of suicide.
The research,...
Watching uplifting videos may reduce stress like meditation
A new study from the American Psychological Association has found that watching short inspirational videos can be just as effective as meditation in lowering...
How depression changes specific brain cells
Scientists from McGill University and the Douglas Institute have found new clues about what happens in the brain during depression.
This major discovery could help...
Different types of depression may cause different chronic diseases
Depression has long been known to increase the risk of physical health problems like diabetes and heart disease.
Now, a new study shows that different...
Schizophrenia linked to these two things in the brain
Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects how people think, feel, and act. It can cause symptoms like hallucinations, confusion, strange beliefs, and...
Are people with ADHD more creative?
New research has revealed a fascinating connection between ADHD and creativity.
According to a study presented at the ECNP Congress in Amsterdam, people with ADHD...
Ketamine can effectively treat severe depression in the long run
A new study from UNSW Sydney and the Black Dog Institute has found that generic ketamine is safe and effective in treating severe depression...