Brain & Mind
This popular supplement may slow brain injury healing
Fish oil supplements are widely used around the world. Many people take them because they believe they support heart health and protect the brain.
These...
How high blood pressure may affect your emotional health, study finds
When people think about high blood pressure, they usually focus on its effects on the heart. It is well known that high blood pressure...
This depression drug may calm suicidal thoughts in just one day
A study from Columbia University has brought fresh hope for people struggling with severe depression and suicidal thoughts.
The research shows that ketamine, a drug...
Study links hormones, blood sugar, blood lipids, and BMI to depression and suicide
Depression is often seen as a problem of the mind. Many people think it is mainly about sadness, stress, or difficult life experiences.
However, scientists...
Meditation needs just 3 minutes to calm your mind
Many people believe that meditation takes a long time to show results, but new research suggests the opposite.
A recent study has found that the...
These simple things help seniors achieve full mental health
Mental health in older age is often discussed in terms of illness, such as depression or anxiety. However, a new study suggests that this...
Weight loss drugs may also improve mental health, study suggests
Medicines used for diabetes and weight loss may offer more benefits than people expected. A new large study has found that drugs known as...
A new brain treatment may help people with PTSD feel safe again
Post-traumatic stress disorder, often called PTSD, is a serious mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event....
Depression and suicide may be linked to blood sugar and hormones
Depression is usually described as a mental health condition, but new research suggests it may also be closely connected to physical health.
A recent study...
This depression drug may prevent suicidal thoughts quickly
Suicidal thoughts can feel overwhelming and frightening. For many people living with depression, these thoughts can appear suddenly and become very intense.
Traditional treatments, such...
Why depression may raise diabetes risk in younger adults
Many people believe that weight gain is the main reason why depression can lead to physical health problems later in life. However, a new...
Feeling low? A quick cold swim can lift your mood effectively
Many people today are looking for simple ways to improve their mood. While exercise, diet, and sleep are often discussed, cold-water immersion has recently...
Popular Reports
Sobering facts about wine, women and liver disease
If you missed the chance to join the popular "Dry January" challenge, it's not too late to take a break from wine, beer or...
Scientists studied the brains of more than 800 prisoners. Here’s what they found
The brains of murderers look different from those of people convicted of other crimes—differences that could be linked to how they process empathy and...
Why we stick with long-term goals—even when it doesn’t make sense
Have you ever kept pushing toward a goal, even when switching to something else might have been smarter or easier?
You’re not alone—and scientists are...
Understanding common cause of hoarding disorder
When we hear about hoarding disorder, many of us think of what we see on reality TV shows—homes packed with junk, pathways through piles...
Natural light may be key to improve sleep and mood
In a new study from Monash University, researchers found that getting enough natural sunlight each day can impact a person's mood and sleep quality.
They...