Mental Health

A new study shows that eating ultra-processed foods is linked to a measurable drop in attention and a higher risk of developing dementia. Surprisingly, this happens even if a person otherwise maintains a healthy diet.

A new longitudinal study reveals that depression can alter how young adults remember childhood trauma. When depressive symptoms worsen, individuals are more likely to recall past adversity, pointing to current emotional state as a major driver of autobiographical memory.

From ancient Greek philosophy to modern TikTok trends, humans have always looked for "magical" healing sound frequencies. But is there any real science behind the claims that 432Hz music or binaural beats can improve your wellbeing?

People who obsess over missing out on social events show hypersensitive brain activity when receiving digital approval, revealing a biological clue behind problematic phone checking and social media habits.

A new genetic study suggests that specific gut bacteria may influence the risk of postpartum depression. By analyzing DNA variations and blood metabolites, scientists mapped how microbial communities might alter cholesterol and cellular switches to affect maternal mental health.

A sophisticated data analysis reveals that while the placebo effect mirrors the trajectory of antidepressant recovery, the actual medication produces a stronger response uniquely linked to a patient's underlying brain circuitry.

A large new study cuts through the hype to find the true rate of video game addiction. Analyzing data from over 149,000 young adults, researchers discovered that roughly 6% suffer from a clinical loss of control over their gaming habits.

While eating well slightly lowers inflammation, new research shows it is not enough to reverse the damage caused by frequent alcohol consumption. Moderate and heavy drinking were linked to significant inflammatory spikes, regardless of diet quality.

A new study suggests that participating in a mix of physical, social, and mental activities during middle age is linked to better cognitive performance, even for people with a high genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease.

A new study finds that mothers exposed to high levels of air pollution during pregnancy are more likely to have children who display ADHD symptoms in school, though they are not necessarily more likely to receive a clinical diagnosis.

People who frequently pray or read religious texts in private tend to experience lower blood pressure spikes when stressed. A new study provides evidence that specific religious behaviors, rather than general spirituality, help regulate the body's stress response.

A recent study mapped individual brain structures against massive growth charts to explore the anatomy of schizophrenia and violence. The findings reveal a highly diverse range of physical brain abnormalities that group averages have long obscured.

Want to slow down the aging process? A new 25-year study suggests you should pick up a trowel. Researchers discovered that older adults who garden frequently experience a slower rate of cellular aging and walk faster in their 90s.

People with mood disorders who show stronger brain responses and quicker recognition of negative facial expressions are more likely to be hospitalized within a year. These neural and behavioral markers could assist doctors in forecasting long-term patient risks.

A meta-analysis of nearly half a million adults reveals that lower handgrip strength is linked to a moderately higher risk of developing depression, suggesting physical strength may act as an early indicator of long-term mental health vulnerability.