Brain & Mind
Old antibiotic could help treat panic disorder
Panic disorder is a condition that affects many people around the world. It causes sudden episodes of intense fear, often called panic attacks.
During these...
Common depression drugs may speed up memory loss in dementia
Many people living with dementia also struggle with depression, anxiety, sleep problems, or changes in behavior. To help with these symptoms, doctors often prescribe...
How creative therapy may help rewire the ADHD brain
For many people, ADHD is linked with frustration. It can make it hard to pay attention, follow instructions, or stay focused on tasks. Parents,...
Study finds the best depression treatment
When people think about depression, they often imagine sadness, crying, or feeling low. While these are important symptoms, many people with depression describe something...
Can casting a vote help you live longer?
Most people think of voting as a civic responsibility or a way to express their opinion. It is not usually something we connect with...
Bipolar disorder linked to higher risk of early death
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and behaves over time.
People with this condition often go through...
Bipolar II disorder may increase early death risk by 60%
Bipolar disorder is a condition that causes strong changes in mood and energy. A person may feel very happy or full of energy at...
Why an ADHD ‘wandering mind’ can be also a gift
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, often called ADHD, is usually seen as a problem.
Many people think of it as something that makes it hard to...
Study finds new hope for depression treatment
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects people all over the world. It is more than just feeling sad for a short...
Can “magic mushrooms” change how we treat depression?
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems in the world.
It affects millions of people and can make everyday life feel very...
Why losing joy may be the most serious symptom of depression
Depression is often described as a deep feeling of sadness. However, for many people, the most painful part is not sadness at all.
It is...
Loneliness impacts memory, but not long-term brain declines
Loneliness has become a growing concern around the world, especially among older adults. Many people worry that feeling alone may lead to faster memory...
Popular Reports
Mental health drugs may increase ALS risk and faster disease progression
A new Swedish study has found that people who take common psychiatric medications—such as antidepressants, anxiety drugs, and sleeping pills—may have a higher chance...
Stroke linked to higher risk for depression, study finds
A new study from Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark found stroke survivors may have a higher risk of developing depression or another mood disorder within...
Adult ADHD may increase dementia risk, study finds
A groundbreaking study by Geneva University Hospitals (HUG) and the University of Geneva (UNIGE) has found that adults with attention deficit disorder (ADHD), with...
Depression linked to faster development of physical health problems
A new study has found that adults with a history of depression develop long-term physical health conditions about 30% faster than those without depression....
Mindfulness can help you make heart-healthy food choices
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that practicing mindfulness can significantly benefit heart health.
Researchers from Brown University found that an eight-week...