Brain & Mind
Depression increases dementia risk at any age, study finds
A new global study has confirmed that people who experience depression in midlife or later life have a higher risk of developing dementia. The...
Depression drug use in adolescence may increase pain sensitivity in adulthood
As the use of antidepressants in teens continues to rise, new research from The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) suggests that these...
Feel stressed? Your floss might know before you do
A team of engineers at Tufts University has developed a new kind of dental floss that does more than clean your teeth—it can actually...
Diabetes and weight loss drugs may also boost mental well-being, study finds
A major new study from King’s College London suggests that medications used to treat diabetes and obesity may also help improve emotional health.
These drugs,...
Thinking positively about aging helps older adults recover better after a fall
Older adults who have a positive mindset about aging are more likely to recover well after a fall, according to a new study by...
High stress levels in midlife linked to Alzheimer’s risk in women
New research from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) suggests that high levels of the stress...
Mindfulness can strongly reduce anxiety, boost mental well-being
Mindfulness practices are becoming increasingly popular as effective tools for managing anxiety. Whether you are worried about work, finances, or even global events, taking...
Psychological therapy offers real relief for chronic pain, study shows
For many people suffering from chronic pain—whether it's back pain, migraines, arthritis, long-term concussion symptoms, or side effects from cancer treatment—medication often isn’t enough...
Depression after stroke can affect health for a decade
People who experience depression after a stroke may face serious health risks for up to a decade, according to a new study from King's...
Blood pressure drug and suicide risk: what you need to know
For many people living with high blood pressure, medications are an essential part of staying healthy. Among the most common treatments are two types...
Can common blood pressure drugs affect mental health?
For many people living with heart disease or high blood pressure, beta-blockers are a common part of their daily routine. These medications are widely...
People with multiple health conditions face higher risk of depression
A new study from the University of Edinburgh has found that people who have several long-term physical health conditions are much more likely to...
Popular Reports
As pre-pandemic activities return, so does anxiety
Denise Santos remembers exactly how she felt when the first pandemic lockdown was ordered last year, knowing she'd no longer have to interact with...
Are packaged snacks affecting your mood? Unpacking the science
We all love a tasty snack, don't we? But did you know that the processed foods we eat might be affecting our mood?
New brain stimulation may help treat depression, PTSD
In a new study, researchers found that closed-loop brain stimulator, based on sweat response, can be developed not only for PTSD patients but also...
What are nootropics and do they really boost your brain
Humans have long been searching for a "magic elixir" to make us smarter, and improve our focus and memory.
This includes traditional Chinese medicine used...
Childhood bullying can affect psychological functions in college students
It is not rare that children get bullied at school or in community. The physical and verbal abuse can hurt children’s mental health and...