Brain & Mind
Small dose of antibiotic could help treat panic attacks
Panic attacks can feel overwhelming and out of control. People who experience them often describe a sudden wave of fear, along with physical symptoms...
Why 2-3 cups of coffee a day may be best for mental health
Many people enjoy coffee every day. It is part of morning routines, work breaks, and social time. While coffee is often used to stay...
High fitness may cut dementia, depression and psychosis risk
Many people know that exercise is good for the body, but scientists are now learning more about how it also supports the mind.
A new...
How much coffee is best for your mood?
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people start their day with a cup to feel more awake. But...
Why many older people stick to risky brain-affecting drugs
Medicines that affect the brain, such as antipsychotics and certain sleep drugs, are widely used in older adults. These drugs can sometimes help with...
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...
Popular Reports
New drug could prevent brain cancer from coming back after radiation
Scientists at UT Health San Antonio have found a promising way to stop glioblastoma—the deadliest type of brain cancer—from coming back after radiation treatment.
Their...
Scientists discover new disease linked to early aging and brain problems
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown genetic disease that causes signs of early aging along with serious problems in brain function.
The study, led by...
Depression increases during migraine headaches
In a new study from Leiden University, researchers found increased depressive symptomatology in the migraine headache phase of a migraine attack.
They performed a prospective...
Understanding common causes and triggers of bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme shifts in mood, ranging from emotional highs (mania or hypomania) to deep lows (depression). These...
Living with bipolar disorder brings hidden health risks
Living with bipolar disorder, a serious mental illness that causes extreme mood changes, can be very tough. Not only does it make daily life...