Mental Health

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open provides evidence that interacting with a conversational artificial intelligence program can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression while boosting overall well-being in university students.

A massive new meta-analysis reveals a staggering overlap between cannabis addiction and depression. Researchers found that over 30% of people with Cannabis Use Disorder also suffer from Major Depressive Disorder, highlighting a critical need for dual-diagnosis mental health treatments.

A massive genetic analysis has revealed how the physical size of brain folds and the organization of deep nerve fibers directly influence the risk of developing neurodevelopmental conditions like autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Older adults often experience a sharp increase in depressive symptoms in the final years of life. New research reveals this "terminal decline" accelerates about four years prior to death, with men experiencing steeper mood drops than women.

Whether addicted to alcohol, cocaine, or nicotine, people with substance use disorder share identical "short circuits" in their brain's reward networks. A massive new meta-analysis maps these specific neural disruptions, offering a potential blueprint for future treatments.

A new study reveals that many minimally verbal autistic children teach themselves a second language without any social exposure. Instead of interacting with others, these children often acquire new language skills through media like tablets and videos.

A massive review of over four million people suggests that better cardiovascular fitness protects the mind. Published in Nature Mental Health, the research links higher physical fitness levels to a lower risk of depression and dementia.

A comprehensive new study confirms that depression is a major burden for youth with ADHD. Data shows they experience depression at roughly 12%, compared to just 2% for their peers, highlighting a critical need for targeted mental health support.

Palestinian refugees displaced to Egypt experience extremely high rates of psychological distress. Using an innovative statistical approach, researchers mapped the interconnected symptoms of trauma, revealing specific mental health targets that differ greatly between men and women.

Sitting near a window at work could be a simple way to boost metabolic health. A new study shows that natural daylight during office hours helps people with type 2 diabetes maintain healthier blood sugar levels and burn fat.

Research published in Sociological Forum suggests that engaging in identity politics is associated with lower mental well-being. The findings indicate this focus might explain why political progressives report more depression and anxiety than their conservative peers.

A new study shows that combining cocaine and alcohol changes the brain circuits responsible for drug relapse. This suggests treating people who use both substances will require entirely different medical approaches than treating those who only use cocaine.

For adults with ADHD, staying focused is often a daily struggle. New research suggests these attention lapses occur because the waking brain frequently slips into brief, sleep-like states, blurring the biological boundary between sleep and wakefulness.

A recent study finds that the active ingredient in Wegovy and Ozempic significantly decreased heavy drinking in patients with obesity and alcohol use disorder. The findings suggest a potential new treatment path for millions of people.

While statins are highly effective at protecting against heart attacks and strokes, a massive new medical records study reveals that the popular cholesterol-lowering medications do not offer additional protection against Alzheimer's disease or other age-related dementias.