Mental Health

A new study reveals that nitrous oxide exposure can reverse the suppression of new neuron growth in the hippocampus. This treatment effectively reduced anxiety-like behaviors in a rat model of PTSD.

A new study suggests that while home workouts are associated with better social well-being, high-intensity exercise is related to lower feelings of parental competence among highly stressed working mothers.

A recent study found that gardening every day is associated with 43% lower odds of poor health. Researchers suggest the activity could be a vital tool for promoting healthy ageing in urban populations.

Depression may make unfair offers seem fairer, but only if you perceive yourself as having high social status. New research explores how socioeconomic status moderates the cognitive distortions associated with depression in financial decision-making.

Survivors of childhood trauma face higher risks of persistent pain after events like car crashes. New findings in Pain show that early adversity creates a physiological vulnerability to unremitting physical discomfort.

Young adults often discover new personal strength and appreciation for life after losing a parent to cancer, according to a new study exploring the link between grief and posttraumatic growth.

A recent study suggests MDMA-assisted therapy may provide lasting relief for major depressive disorder. Participants maintained significant symptom reductions several months after treatment concluded.

A new study suggests that verbal mistreatment drives malignant self-regard more than other forms of trauma. Researchers found that internalized shame is most closely linked to emotional abuse, with distinct patterns emerging for men.

Preschoolers who spend just one hour a week gardening develop better eating habits and physical activity levels, according to new research published in Acta Psychologica focusing on five-year-old children.

A new clinical trial has found that a brain stimulation headband cleared by the FDA does not effectively treat ADHD in children. The study suggests previous positive results were likely driven by the placebo effect.

Psychology researchers have found that frequent pornography use and problematic use represent distinct profiles. The findings show that positive motivations link to healthy sexual regulation, whereas coping motives associate with dysfunction.

A new study suggests that a specific cocktail of dietary supplements may alleviate behavioral challenges associated with autism. The research provides evidence that mixing low doses of nutrients improves social behaviors and brain connectivity in mice.

A new study reveals that adolescents who view pictures of nature after being socially excluded recover their positive mood and confidence faster than those viewing urban scenes.

A large Finnish study following 114,000 young people found that living near busy roads increases the risk of depression and anxiety. The risk starts rising at noise levels commonly found in cities, independent of air pollution.

A new study finds that while antidepressants often cause yawning, an increase in frequency might mean the drugs aren't working. This physical marker could help doctors better monitor patient progress.