Brain & Mind
AI helps doctors choose best depression drugs and improve treatment
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects hundreds of millions of people and can make everyday...
Why multitasking may be a myth: new research shows the brain struggles to do...
Many people believe they are good at multitasking. Modern life often requires people to switch between several activities, such as answering messages while working,...
Stopping opioid painkillers too quickly may trigger mental health crises
Prescription opioids are commonly used to treat severe or long-term pain. These medicines can help people manage conditions such as chronic back pain, nerve...
Common drugs for depression may raise risk of death
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects hundreds of millions of people and can cause deep...
Smartphone therapy could help adults living with ADHD
A new scientific study suggests that a digital therapy program delivered through a smartphone or computer may help adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly...
Cannabis may distort memories and disrupt daily thinking, study finds
Cannabis is widely used in many parts of the world, especially as laws change and the drug becomes more accessible.
Many people know that cannabis...
Getting fitter may help improve your brain functions
Many people know that exercise is good for the body.
It can strengthen the heart, improve muscle health, and help control weight. However, scientists are...
How ketamine may rapidly relieve severe depression
Depression is one of the most common and serious mental health conditions in the world. Doctors call the most severe form major depressive disorder,...
New ‘magic mushroom’ drug could treat depression without hallucinations
Psychedelic drugs have recently returned to the spotlight in medical research. Scientists around the world are studying whether substances once considered dangerous or purely...
Deep sleep may protect older people from anxiety
As people grow older, many parts of the body change, including sleep patterns and emotional health. Older adults often report that they sleep less...
A simple cheek swab may help detect schizophrenia earlier
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
People with schizophrenia may experience symptoms such as hearing...
Why exercise should be a core treatment for mental illness
People living with serious mental health conditions often face a hidden health crisis that many people do not realize.
Studies have shown that individuals with...
Popular Reports
Dementia: negative thinking linked with more rapid cognitive decline
Dementia affects an estimated 54 million people worldwide. There no cure, but reports indicate that approximately a third of dementia cases may be preventable,...
Loneliness highest in the 20s and lowest in the 60s, study finds
Loneliness is a prevalent and serious public health problem impacting health, well-being and longevity.
In a new study, researchers examined the psychological and environmental factors...
Brain injuries may cause dementia in older people
A new study has found that older adults who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) are more likely to develop dementia, need home care,...
Neighborhood disadvantage linked to higher autism risk in children
A recent brief report published in JAMA Psychiatry sheds light on a concerning association: children born in more disadvantaged neighborhoods face an increased likelihood...
Toxic workplaces can increase depression risk by 300%
In a new study from the University of South Australia, researchers found that full-time workers employed by organizations that fail to prioritize their employees'...