Probing the Pain of Ostracism
Researchers report on the psychological impact of ostracism. The findings reveal being acknowledged helps to ease the pain of social rejection.... Read More...
mental health
Combination Therapy May Be Beneficial For Schizophrenia Treatment
A new study reports combining antipsychotic medications could help to prevent relapse and hospitalization for those with schizophrenia. Combining aripiprazole and clozapine resulted in a 23% lower risk of re-hospitalization than with clozapine alone, researchers report.... Read More...
Electric Bikes Could Provide Older People with Brain Boost
Older adults who exercise by using electric bicycles experience comparable cognitive and mental health benefits to those who use a standard, pedal powered bike.... Read More...
Teen Cannabis Use Raises Depression Risk in Young Adults
A new study reports cannabis use in teens is associated with a higher risk of developing depression and anxiety as adults. ... Read More...
Newly Isolated Human Gut Bacterium Reveals Possible Link to Depression
Researchers have identified and isolated a gut bacterium which appears to have a significant link to depression. ... Read More...
Does Microdosing Improve Mood and Performance?
A new study reports those who microdose psychedelics report improvements in attention and mental health. However, a number of people report an increase in neuroticism following six weeks of microdosing.... Read More...
Genetics Study Focuses on Origins of Depression
A new international study has identified 269 new genes linked to depression.... Read More...
Healthy Diet May Help Ease Depression Symptoms
A new study adds to growing evidence that altering diet and lifestyle could help to improve symptoms of depression. The study reports, making simple dietary changes, such as eating more nutrient dense meals and cutting back on refined sugars, can help to reduce symptoms associated with anxiety and depression.... Read More...
Gut Bacteria Linked to Depression Identified
A new study reports two different gut bacteria are depleted in people with depression, regardless of antidepressant treatments.... Read More...
Link Between Psychiatric Disorders and Events During Prenatal Development Identified
A new study reports genetic variants that are critical for the development of the brain during fetal development are also frequently found in psychiatric disorders.... Read More...
Suicide Can’t Be Predicted by Asking About Suicidal Thoughts
Researchers report 60% of people who committed suicide denied having suicidal thoughts to medical professionals.... Read More...
Mental Health Disorders Common Following Mild Head Injury
Researchers report 1 in 5 people are at risk of experiencing mental health conditions, such as PTSD or major depressive disorder, within 6 months of suffering mTBI.... Read More...