Brain & Mind
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...
Brain therapy shows promise in reducing PTSD symptoms
Living with post-traumatic stress disorder can be extremely challenging.
People with PTSD often feel trapped in a constant state of fear, even when there is...
A 5-minute cold water dip could boost your mood faster than you think
Cold-water swimming has become more popular in recent years. Many people believe it can improve mood, boost energy, and even help mental health. Now,...
Scientists discover overlooked causes of mental illness in the brain
Mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are complex and not fully understood.
For a long time, researchers believed that genes and proteins were...
This 24-minute music trick may calm anxiety
Anxiety is something many people experience at some point in their lives. It can show up as constant worrying, racing thoughts, trouble concentrating, or...
This drug could reduce suicidal thoughts quickly
A new study from Columbia University has brought hopeful news for people struggling with severe depression and suicidal thoughts.
Researchers have found that ketamine, a...
Some depression drugs may increase death risk, study finds
A new study from researchers at Rutgers University and Columbia University has raised concerns about how depression is sometimes treated.
The study, published in the...
Why vivid dreams may make you feel more rested after sleep
Have you ever wondered why some nights of sleep feel refreshing, while others leave you tired—even if you slept for the same number of...
Beer, spirits or wine? Research shows not all alcohol affects your heart the same...
Many people believe that a small amount of alcohol can be part of a healthy lifestyle.
Some studies have suggested that moderate drinking, especially wine,...
Study finds hidden cause of depression in older people
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems in the world. It affects how people feel, think, and live their daily lives.
Many...
Popular weight loss and diabetes drugs reduces depression, anxiety, and addiction risk
A new international study has found that medications used to treat diabetes and obesity may also help improve mental health.
The research focused on a...
Study finds exercise alone may not boost memory in older people
Many people believe that staying physically active and keeping the heart healthy will also protect the brain.
This idea makes sense because the brain depends...
Popular Reports
Alcohol drinking problem linked to higher risk of suicide and self-harm
In a study from UCL Psychiatry, scientists found problematic alcohol use is associated with increased odds of suicide or self-harm.
This study finds a big cause of depression in middle-aged and older people
Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide, with middle-aged and older adults disproportionately affected, a global demographic that is quickly expanding.
In a recent...
Brain shortcuts may explain why many people are against COVID vaccine and masks
If close friends and family members who contracted COVID-19 had mild cases and recovered quickly, or if they had an adverse reaction to the...
Scientists build supercomputers inspired by the human brain: A new era in computing!
Explore the world of spiking neural networks (SNNs), computing systems mimicking human brains. Discover how these systems use light and electricity for faster, efficient processing.
Many people have persistent brain damage caused by COVID-19
In a study from the University of California, San Diego scientists found brain symptoms of COVID-19 persist in the majority of long-haulers.
They found that...