Mental Health

New research involving over 1,000 youth suggests that declining social skills and school performance may serve as early warning signs of psychosis, long before clinical symptoms manifest.

A large-scale analysis reveals that while most autistic preschoolers gain language skills through therapy, a distinct subgroup does not. Researchers identified lower motor imitation skills as a key predictor for limited progress.

A new longitudinal analysis suggests that specific PTSD symptoms, particularly hyperarousal, drive hazardous drinking in military reservists. The findings indicate that male soldiers are uniquely at risk for alcohol problems stemming from physiological agitation.

Is obesity a direct cause of dementia? A massive study using genetic data says yes. Findings published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism reveal that high blood pressure mediates this dangerous link.

A new study suggests that people who naturally synchronize their brain activity with others are more resilient to trauma. The findings show reduced PTSD symptoms following the October 7 attacks in Israel among those with high neural alignment.

A new study using machine learning reveals that adolescent mice with a sweet tooth and lower sociability are more likely to prefer alcohol. Interestingly, these behavioral patterns did not predict alcohol preference in adult mice.

New research suggests that the observed connection between cesarean births and mental illness is influenced by hereditary factors. Planned C-sections were linked to elevated polygenic risk scores for specific psychiatric disorders, unlike acute C-sections.

New research suggests that older adults with chronic sleep issues tend to live shorter lives and spend less time with normal memory and thinking skills.

New research reveals that individuals with "high-K" fitness strategies—those prioritizing long-term stability—are more engaged in their recovery, especially when in satisfying romantic relationships.

Researchers have discovered that everyday nervousness is linked to conspiracy theory endorsement, while stress regarding elections and polarization is not. This challenges the assumption that political anxiety drives conspiratorial thinking.

New research demonstrates that gambling disorder alters the way the brain processes rewards and forms habits. By measuring gray matter and chemical signals, researchers have identified specific targets for future medical and stimulation therapies.

Artificial intelligence chatbots frequently overdiagnose mental health conditions when used without guidance, but new research shows that integrating professional decision trees significantly improves their diagnostic precision.

A new study of 15,000 people reveals atypical depression is a distinct biological subtype. Researchers found specific genetic risks and evidence that standard antidepressants may be less effective for this group.

It is a commonly held belief that social media drives the youth mental health crisis. However, a recent study tracking 25,000 teenagers finds little evidence that time spent online causes anxiety or depression, challenging the popular narrative.