The hippocampus is an area of the brain commonly linked with memory and dementia. But new U of T Scarborough research finds that it may...

More mental health providers may want to take a closer look at including exercise in their patients' treatment plans, a new study suggests. Researchers asked...

An antibiotic used mostly to treat acne has been found to improve the quality of life for people with major depression, in a world-first...

Scientists have uncovered a link between emotional stress and diabetes, with roots in the brain’s ability to control anxiety. The research establishes a metabolic chain...

Autism is complicated. Its definition is complicated. Its cause is complicated. Its diagnosis is complicated. Its treatment is complicated. But two autism researchers will...

In Greek mythology, Narcissus was a gorgeous hunter, born of a river god and a nymph. However, he was prideful and too caught up...

The term and even diagnosis of "depression" can have different meanings and consequences. Depression can be a normal mood state, a clinical disorder, and...

Most people would get a little “rush” out of the idea that they’re about to win some money. If you could look into their brains...

Before you dismiss the idea that you might suffer from smartphone addiction, consider how long could you go without checking your phone. A day? An...

Firefighters are exposed to a range of potentially traumatic stressors in their jobs, and many cope perfectly fine. However, a not-insignificant percentage of them develop...