Brain & Mind
Childhood Inflammation May Cause Autism, ADHD, Schizophrenia
Scientists have discovered new evidence that inflammation during early childhood may affect how the brain develops.
The findings could help explain why some children later...
Widely Used Antibiotic May Increase Early Death Risk
A commonly prescribed antibiotic that millions of people take each year is being examined more closely after researchers reported a possible increase in the...
Could High Blood Pressure be linked to Your Personality?
Most people know that high blood pressure can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
However, scientists are now discovering that blood pressure may...
AI Is Becoming a Therapist for Millions—Experts Say We Should Be Careful
Artificial intelligence has changed the way people search for information.
Instead of using search engines alone, many people now have conversations with AI chatbots that...
One Psilocybin Dose May Reshape the Brain for a Month
Researchers have discovered that one carefully controlled dose of psilocybin may do more than create a temporary psychedelic experience.
The study suggests it may trigger...
A Simple Daily Habit Could Help Reduce Pain and Depression in Older Adults
Keeping a regular daily routine may do much more than help people stay organised.
New research from the University of Missouri suggests that following a...
Scientists Discover a Brain Change That May Predict Dementia Years Before Symptoms
Dementia affects more than 57 million people around the world and is one of the biggest health challenges of an ageing population.
It causes a...
Hot Yoga Shows Strong Benefits for Treating Depression
Finding better treatments for depression has become a major public health priority. Depression affects daily life, relationships, work, and physical health, and many people...
Could Learning Another Language Slow Brain Ageing? New Research Says It Might
Many teenagers study a second language at school, often wondering whether they will ever use it.
New research suggests there may be an unexpected reward.
According...
Can AI Chatbots Harm Your Mental Health?
Artificial intelligence has quickly become part of everyday life. Millions of people now ask AI chatbots for help with work, school, writing, cooking, travel...
Loneliness May Strongly Harm Your Mental Health
Being surrounded by people does not always prevent someone from feeling alone. According to a large international study, loneliness may have much greater consequences...
Long-Term Depression Drug Use May Raise Risk of Weight Gain
Antidepressants help millions of people manage depression and other mental health conditions. They can improve mood, daily functioning, and quality of life.
However, new research...
Popular Reports
Your responses to daily stress could strongly affect your brain health
In a new study, researchers found that taking typical daily annoyances such as a long wait at the doctor's office or a traffic jam...
Warning signs of depression in women
Clinical depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities. While it can happen to...
Pornography could have positive effects on romantic relationships, says study
Most people fall in love at some point in their lives. How to maintain a healthy and happy romantic relationship is a very important...
Can brain stimulation stop sexual assault?
In a recent study, researchers find that stimulating the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for controlling complex ideas and behaviors, can...
Can anxiety cause temporary high blood pressure spikes?
Anxiety is a common emotional state characterized by feelings of tension, worry, and physical changes such as increased heart rate. Many people experience anxiety...