Psychologist offers tips for overcoming driving anxiety
Feeling anxious behind the wheel is common, especially among those who live in cities with heavy traffic and little public transportation.
A Baylor College of...
Smoking increases risk of mental illness by 250%, study finds
The Connection Between Smoking and Mental Illness
While it's common knowledge that smoking adversely affects physical health, a new study led by Doug Speed from...
Medication can help you make the most of therapy − a psychologist and neuroscientist...
There is mounting recognition in the scientific community that combining different treatment approaches for mental health conditions can create a benefit greater than the...
New study links genetic risk of depression to other mental problems
A groundbreaking study led by Aarhus University, Denmark, has discovered a significant genetic correlation between depression and other psychiatric disorders, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia,...
Scientists develop soft ball to boost mental health
Alexz Farrall, a Ph.D. student from the University of Bath's Department of Computer Science, has invented a shape-shifting soft ball designed to personify breathing...
New study links genetic risk of depression to other mental problems
A groundbreaking study led by Aarhus University, Denmark, has discovered a significant genetic correlation between depression and other psychiatric disorders, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia,...
Transcranial magnetic stimulation: An emerging therapy for depression and beyond
Since the start of the COVID pandemic, there has been more attention given to problems of mental ill-health including depression than ever before.
A new...
Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart
Napping during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide.
While some people view napping as a luxurious indulgence, others see it as...
Shift work linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety, study finds
A study from Huazhong University of Science and Technology reveals that shift work is associated with a higher risk of developing depression and anxiety.
The...
Scientists find high blood pressure linked to mood problems
How Does Blood Pressure Affect Us?
Blood pressure is the force with which our blood pushes against the walls of our veins and arteries. It's...