Watching movies could be good for your mental health
Many of us enjoy sitting down to watch a good film because of the way movies can make us feel. A sad film might...
Virtual reality therapy may help people with hoarding disorder declutter
For individuals struggling with hoarding disorder, the reluctance to part with possessions can reach debilitating levels.
A recent pilot study conducted by researchers at Stanford...
Stress and depression may strongly affect women’s heart health
Stress and depression can have a significant impact on a person's health, and they have been particularly linked to an increased risk of heart...
New guidance aims to improve diagnosis of hoarding disorder
A team of experts from Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has published guidance to assist healthcare professionals in diagnosing hoarding disorder accurately.
Hoarding disorder, a largely...
AI chatbot shows promise in depression treatment recommendations, study finds
A recent study published in the journal Family Medicine and Community Health suggests that an AI language model, ChatGPT, may outperform primary care doctors...
Adults with ADHD at higher risk for dementia, shows Rutgers study
A recent study conducted by Rutgers University has shed light on a concerning link between Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and dementia risk in adults.
The study,...
Can depression drugs help treat chronic pain?
Antidepressants, typically associated with treating depression, are gaining recognition for their potential to alleviate chronic pain conditions.
Chronic pain affects a substantial portion of the...
Wealth, smoking, and exercise may reduce death risk in depression
Researchers from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta have conducted a comprehensive study to investigate the relationship between depressive...
Research shows a big cause of mental diseases related to childhood abuse
Understanding the Impact of Stress on Kids
Childhood can often bring joy and wonder, but for some kids, it's sadly also a time of stress,...
The surprising impact of anxiety drugs on pancreatic cancer survival
Benzodiazepines are drugs commonly used to help people with anxiety and sleep problems.
People with cancer often take them to relieve anxiety caused by their...