Mental Health

Memory loss is often viewed as a brain problem, but the digestive system plays a major role. Research published in Nature shows that age-related bacterial changes disrupt nerve communication, and fixing this restores memory in mice.

Not all depression is the same. A new study reveals that depressed patients with a high genetic risk for bipolar disorder show a structural brain association with childhood trauma that closely mimics bipolar disorder itself.

People with narcissistic tendencies or celebrity obsessions often develop unhealthy Instagram habits. Research published in The Journal of Psychology indicates that these patterns are driven by an underlying fear of missing out and struggles with emotional regulation.

Researchers examined 54 clinical trials to see if cannabis helps treat mental health or addiction issues. They found minimal proof of benefit, alongside a higher risk of mild side effects like dizziness and nausea.

A recent study shows that combining magnetic brain scans with computer models can safely measure how dementia medications affect living human brains. This approach could replace invasive tests and speed up the development of new treatments for Alzheimer's disease.

Post-orgasmic illness syndrome is a rare condition that causes extreme exhaustion and muscle pain after ejaculation. A newly published case report suggests that altering brain chemistry with a standard antidepressant might provide a much-needed therapeutic option.

A non-intoxicating compound in cannabis could offer a breakthrough treatment for alcohol use disorder. New research shows CBD significantly reduces withdrawal symptoms, blocks cravings, and physically protects the brain from alcohol-induced cell death.

A study in Nature Mental Health provides evidence that depression, trauma, and loneliness drive suicidal thoughts in older adults with autistic traits. The findings indicate that targeted mental health support could help protect this vulnerable aging population.

A new review of multiple studies suggests that regular physical activity can significantly lower anxiety and depressed moods in people with chronic insomnia. The findings also point to improved overall sleep quality.

A new study reveals that children with ADHD often miss where other people are looking. This happens because their brains have difficulty processing intact faces, rather than failing to notice basic eye movements.

Researchers have found that a brief, self-guided digital intervention can help university students manage their anxiety. By practicing multisensory mental imagery, participants learned to focus on positive future goals rather than avoiding perceived threats.

A person’s combined physical and mental strength can predict their risk of developing memory problems later in life. New research suggests that a lower baseline of these everyday abilities increases the chance of future mild cognitive impairment.

New research demonstrates that preclinical cognitive decline may be identifiable through subtle language shifts. An analysis of Terry Pratchett's literature revealed significant decreases in adjective diversity nearly ten years prior to his formal dementia diagnosis.

New research shows the herbal supplement Ashwagandha can ease depressive symptoms in adolescent rats exposed to chronic stress. The herb protected brain cells from damage and prevented stress-induced weight loss better than a standard antidepressant drug.

New research reveals that while single adults with social anxiety engage in sex at typical rates, these interactions are not followed by the usual "morning-after glow" of positive emotions seen in their peers.