Brain & Mind
Scientists find how to reverse anxiety and social withdrawal
Anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal are some of the most common mental health problems in the world. Millions of people struggle with these conditions,...
Psychedelic drugs may help the brain heal after trauma
Scientists are beginning to understand more about how certain psychedelic drugs may help people recover from severe trauma.
A new study suggests that these drugs...
Diabetes and weight-loss drugs may also help fight addiction
A new study suggests that a group of medications originally designed to treat diabetes may also help prevent and treat addiction.
Researchers at Washington University...
AI therapy apps may help some people—but they also carry serious risks
Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT are becoming increasingly popular for discussing emotions, seeking advice, or coping with stress.
Millions of people around the world...
Just 10 minutes online session can reduce depression, study finds
Many people believe that overcoming depression requires long-term therapy, medication, or a major life change.
Professional treatment can be very helpful, but it is not...
Study shows big cause of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Scientists have found a new way to study serious mental health conditions by growing very small human brains in the lab.
These tiny brains are...
A simple blood test may tell which depression drug works best for you
Major depressive disorder is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects hundreds of millions of people and can...
Cannabis use linked to anxiety and depression, study warns
Cannabis use has become more common in recent years, especially in countries where it has been legalized.
While many people see it as a way...
Why complaining about your boss might actually bring coworkers closer
Most people have done it at least once—venting to coworkers about a frustrating boss after a long meeting or a tough day.
Gossiping about the...
New brain therapy reduces depression effectively in just 5 days
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world, affecting hundreds of millions of people. It can cause deep sadness,...
Exercise may be one of the most powerful treatments for depression and anxiety
Depression and anxiety are among the most common health problems in the world today. They affect people of all ages, from teenagers to older...
Fast brain therapy may bring depression relief in just one week, study finds
Depression is a serious condition that affects how people think, feel, and live their daily lives. For many people, antidepressant medications help, but a...
Popular Reports
Early menopause may increase dementia risk, study finds
A new international study led by researchers at the University of Galway has found that women who enter menopause at an earlier age may...
What you need to know about the link between heart disease and mental health
Heart disease and mental health may seem like separate medical fields, but research shows a deep and intricate connection between the two.
Understanding this relationship...
Low fitness linked to higher depression and anxiety risk, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people with low aerobic and muscular fitness are nearly twice as likely to experience depression.
Low fitness levels...
Toxic metal may play a role in autism development
In a recent study, researchers find that environmental metal and metalloid pollution (lead, mercury, aluminum, and arsenic) may induce autism spectrum disorders (ASDs).
The finding...
Deep causes of hoarding disorder
When we hear about hoarding disorder, many of us think of what we see on reality TV shows—homes packed with junk, pathways through piles...