Mental Health

How air pollution could harm your mental health

Air pollution is a major environmental issue that can cause a variety of health problems, ranging from respiratory issues to heart disease. However, recent research...

Gut health may play a big role in major depressive disorder

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a debilitating mental illness that affects millions of people worldwide. While researchers have made significant strides in understanding the causes...

Best and worst foods to eat if you have depression

Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While medication and therapy are often recommended as treatment options, diet can...

Mood disorders: What you need to know

Mood disorders are a type of mental illness that can cause significant distress and interfere with daily functioning. These disorders can impact a person’s thoughts,...

Gut health may be directly linked to emotional well-being

Scientists find a link between gut bacteria and positive emotions such as happiness and hopefulness, as well as emotion management skills.

People with anxiety and mood disorders have more severe alcohol symptoms

Many people may turn to alcohol when they are feeling anxious or depressed, hoping to alleviate their symptoms. However, a recent study has found that...

Eating fried food frequently may increase anxiety, depression

A team of food scientists at Zhejiang University in China has identified a possible link between frequent consumption of fried foods and increased levels...

Scientists find new way to stop anxiety

Anxiety is a common feeling that we all experience from time to time. It's when we feel worried, scared or nervous about something, even...

How Do I Do ‘Suicide Watch’ At Home?

Some people still at imminent risk of suicide leave hospital to be cared for at home by their partner. So their partner becomes their carer....

How heave alcohol drinking can increase brain inflammation

A new study examined how alcohol use disorder (AUD) can alter signaling pathways in the brain, which can lead to changes in behavior and...