Mental Health

Findings from a new study indicate that morally conflicted pornography use among single men is associated with greater sexual shame and depressive symptoms. Supportive friendships seem to reduce the strength of these associations.

New research indicates that older adults who laugh often face lower odds of developing depression. The results suggest a potential relationship between spontaneous laughter and emotional resilience in later years.

A large study published in JAMA Psychiatry finds that lower IQ scores at age 18 are linked to increased risk of alcohol use disorder. Genetic factors and societal conditions both appear to influence how this risk develops over time.

Inhaled CBD reduced inflammation and improved cognition in mice with Alzheimer’s, according to a study in eNeuro, pointing to a promising immune-based approach for treating the disease beyond traditional amyloid-focused therapies.

New research using genetic data has uncovered causal links between common viral infections and several psychiatric disorders. The study suggests certain viruses directly raise or lower the risk for conditions like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.

A recent study suggests that visiting natural spaces can enhance daily happiness. Whether walking through a park or by a river, people reported better moods on days spent in nature, including those with mental health conditions like anxiety or depression.

Researchers examined how gender identity relates to personality traits in adolescents and young adults. Gender-diverse participants reported slightly elevated emotional reactivity and distress, especially at younger ages.

According to new findings, women with ADHD face a delayed diagnosis and more severe outcomes compared to men. They report greater disability and higher levels of anxiety and depression by the time they are diagnosed.

A large-scale analysis of U.S. mass shootings finds little support for claims that antidepressants cause violent behavior, suggesting most perpetrators were not taking psychiatric medication at the time of their attacks.

Researchers have found that TikTok activity is linked to both body appreciation and dissatisfaction among young women. The findings suggest that different types of engagement on the app may shape how users view themselves and cosmetic surgery.

A new study suggests that antidepressant use during pregnancy does not directly cause anxiety or depression in children. The findings, published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, highlight the role of genetics and family environment instead.

Research published in Chronic Stress suggests a protein called Reelin serves a protective function for the gut barrier. A single dose was shown to reverse intestinal damage and restore cellular health in rats exposed to chronic stress.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently asserted a link exists between circumcision and a higher risk of autism, suggesting it is caused by Tylenol administration. He appears to be referencing this tiny body of research.

A team of scientists has used AI to detect ADHD in adults by analyzing how their brains process rapid visual information. The findings suggest ADHD carries a unique perceptual rhythm that could help improve diagnosis and treatment.

The air we breathe may be seeding our brains with toxic proteins. A landmark study reveals a direct link between fine particulate pollution and the harmful protein buildup seen in Lewy body dementia, a common neurodegenerative disease.