Brain & Mind
These simple things help seniors achieve full mental health
Mental health in older age is often discussed in terms of illness, such as depression or anxiety. However, a new study suggests that this...
Weight loss drugs may also improve mental health, study suggests
Medicines used for diabetes and weight loss may offer more benefits than people expected. A new large study has found that drugs known as...
A new brain treatment may help people with PTSD feel safe again
Post-traumatic stress disorder, often called PTSD, is a serious mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event....
Depression and suicide may be linked to blood sugar and hormones
Depression is usually described as a mental health condition, but new research suggests it may also be closely connected to physical health.
A recent study...
This depression drug may prevent suicidal thoughts quickly
Suicidal thoughts can feel overwhelming and frightening. For many people living with depression, these thoughts can appear suddenly and become very intense.
Traditional treatments, such...
Why depression may raise diabetes risk in younger adults
Many people believe that weight gain is the main reason why depression can lead to physical health problems later in life. However, a new...
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...
Popular Reports
Loneliness can harm heart health in people with diabetes
Loneliness can indeed cast long, chilly shadows across our lives, with effects reaching further and deeper than we might initially suspect.
Recent research brings to...
Should I stay or should I go? How our brains decide when to quit
Have you ever waited for a bus that seemed like it would never come?
At first, you’re hopeful, but as time drags on, doubt creeps...
Three ways behavioural psychology might help you lose weight
There’s no shortage of weight loss programmes out there to choose from, each of which claim to have the key to shedding pounds.
One of...
These mental health drugs may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a challenging and progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain, leading to symptoms such as uncontrollable movements, muscle stiffness, and difficulties...
8 side effects of a toxic relationship
Toxic relationships can be found in either your family relationships, friendships, and a toxic partner.
In the past, we have made videos on how to...