Brain & Mind
Newer mental health drugs may raise death risk in depressed patients
A new study from Rutgers University and Columbia University has found that adults being treated for depression may face a higher risk of death...
Keto diet could support brain function in dementia, study finds
Scientists from Saint Louis University report that the ketogenic (keto) diet and related supplements may help prevent or treat Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is...
Smartwatches could detect depression relapse weeks before symptoms return
A simple wearable device such as a smartwatch could one day help prevent the return of major depression by warning people weeks or even...
This soft light cap could transform hair-loss treatment
A new wearable device shaped like a simple cap may soon offer a more comfortable and convenient way to treat hair loss.
Researchers have developed...
Why having a crush can make you feel totally out of control
If you have ever had a crush that made you feel nervous, excited, distracted, or even a little irrational, you are not alone.
Psychologists say...
Ketamine shows fast relief for suicidal thoughts
A new study from Columbia University has found that ketamine, a drug often used to treat serious depression, can quickly help reduce suicidal thoughts.
What’s...
Ketamine may offer fast relief for chronic fatigue, new study finds
A drug best known as an anesthetic and a fast-acting treatment for severe depression may also help reduce chronic fatigue, according to a small...
Smart earbuds could soon detect early signs of cognitive decline
Earbuds may soon do much more than play music or take phone calls.
According to a new international study, the same devices millions of people...
Natural ways to calm anxiety in older people
Anxiety is something many older adults deal with. As people age, they often face changes in their health, lifestyle, or brain chemistry. These changes...
Why brain fog happens and what you can do about it
Many people use the term “brain fog” to describe a frustrating mental state where thinking feels slow, unclear, or exhausting.
It is not a medical...
Why chamomile tea is a natural powerhouse for sleep, stress, and heart health
Chamomile tea is one of the world’s most cherished herbal infusions, valued not only for its mild, naturally sweet flavor but also for its...
How long do people with spina bifida live? New study offers clearer answers
A new long-term study offers important insight into how long people with open spina bifida may live, and how factors such as mobility, feeding...
Popular Reports
Study finds cause of alcohol addiction in the brain
Researchers at the University of Warwick have uncovered the physical origin of alcohol addiction in a specific network within the human brain responsible for...
These common depression drugs linked to early death risk
In a recent study published in PLOS ONE, researchers found an increased death risk in adults with depression who used newer antipsychotic medications compared...
The hidden literacy of nonspeaking autistic individuals
For a long time, many have assumed that nonspeaking autistic individuals lack the understanding and ability to use language. This belief has led to...
Just 24 minutes of music therapy can lower anxiety
A new study has found that listening to specially designed music for just 24 minutes can significantly reduce anxiety. This simple approach could be...
Common depression drug can improve cognitive function
A recent study from Columbia University suggests that ketamine, a drug often used to treat severe depression, could quickly reduce suicidal thoughts while also...