Mental Health

A comprehensive new study suggests that females require a much larger biological and cognitive shift to develop autism than males do. The findings help explain why the condition is diagnosed significantly more often in boys.

A person's basic personality traits might help predict if they will start drinking again after alcohol withdrawal. A new study shows that people with a strong desire for new experiences are more likely to relapse within three months.

Researchers found that the cells of young adults with depression overproduce energy while resting but struggle to respond to stress. This discovery provides a physical explanation for depression-related fatigue and points toward new ways to treat it.

While severe debt and isolation increase suicidal thoughts for anyone with a gambling problem, a new study reveals that at-risk alcohol use heightens this danger specifically for women, highlighting the need for personalized mental health support.

People often use ADD and ADHD interchangeably. Discover the medical history behind these terms and why doctors updated the official diagnosis years ago.

When the digestive system fails to absorb fructose, the lingering sugar disrupts the gut microbiome. A recent study reveals this bacterial shift sparks low-grade, body-wide inflammation that can alter brain immune cells and increase anxiety.

A new analysis of hundreds of thousands of adults reveals that drinking moderate amounts of coffee is linked to a lower risk of developing anxiety and depression, though excessive consumption may reverse those benefits.

A new study shows that improving your cardiovascular endurance changes your neural chemistry. Fitter individuals release larger amounts of a restorative protein after a single workout, which helps the brain manage its energy more efficiently.

Lingering inflammation from viruses like COVID-19 or HIV can take a lasting toll on the brain. New research shows exactly how specific immune system imbalances lead to memory lapses and slowed thinking.

Many young women with body art report feeling highly attractive. However, a recent survey shows this aesthetic confidence is not associated with higher sexual functioning or less anxiety about physical appearance during intimacy.

A new nationwide study reveals that misophonia rarely occurs in isolation. Approximately 65% of individuals with severe sound sensitivity also suffer from other psychological conditions, with depression and anxiety being the most common.

A recent study published in npj Mental Health Research found that a general tendency to forgive others is associated with small but broad improvements in a person's overall well-being. These positive links appeared across multiple cultures.

Researchers found a positive association between the presence of common environmental pollutants in the human body and thoughts of self-harm. The findings suggest that everyday chemical exposure could negatively affect our mental well-being.

While ultra-processed foods are often tied to health issues, a decade-long study suggests they do not speed up cognitive decline. Researchers found that overall diet quality plays a bigger role in maintaining memory and focus in older adults.

Scientists have mapped a direct link between a common brain gas and the hyperactive cell growth often seen in autism. Protecting a specific protein from this gas normalized behavior in animal models and human cell cultures.