Mental Health

While most people become less generous towards strangers, autistic adults maintain high levels of prosocial behavior regardless of social distance. New research confirms this generosity is intentional, not a byproduct of repetitive responding.

Scientists have identified rare genetic mutations that drastically increase the risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Published in Nature, the study reveals how these specific variants disrupt nerve cell communication and influence life outcomes.

A recent study analyzing eight years of psychiatric records found patients are increasingly incorporating themes of hacking, surveillance, and social media into their beliefs.

A new study published in Translational Psychiatry suggests that the degree of cortical gyrification, or brain folding, can predict how well adults with ADHD respond to medication and psychotherapy.

Research spanning six European nations indicates that social chatbot usage is consistently linked to younger age and higher psychological distress. The study suggests AI companions may not effectively improve well-being.

A new study reveals that feelings of sadness correlate with systemic inflammation, while physical lethargy links to slower cognitive speeds. These findings suggest that breaking depression into specific symptom clusters offers a clearer view of its biological impact.

Researchers have found that consuming arginine reduces amyloid beta accumulation in mice and fruit flies. This common amino acid improved behavioral symptoms, pointing to a potential new strategy for managing Alzheimer's pathology.

Nootropic gummies, marketed as mental enhancers, are sending consumers to the hospital with seizures and vomiting. An unregulated market means these products can contain undisclosed toxic mushrooms or other potent drugs, posing a serious public health risk.

Cold water immersion is a booming wellness trend, promising everything from improved mood to faster recovery. While some modest benefits exist for muscle soreness, most claims are unproven. More importantly, the practice carries serious health risks.

A new study in rats shows that while high-fat and high-sugar diets both impair memory, only sugar triggers the accumulation of Alzheimer’s-associated proteins within the energy centers of brain cells.

A new study suggests repurposing existing cancer drugs could offer a potent treatment for Alzheimer’s. The combination therapy, tested in mice, works by correcting gene expression errors across both neurons and support cells.

Researchers have identified a positive link between the amount of time spent playing pickleball and mental wellbeing, suggesting that the sport may serve as a low-barrier strategy to support psychological health in aging populations.

A new study suggests a pattern of spontaneous brain activity acts as an intermediary, connecting adverse childhood experiences with the negative thinking styles found in mood disorders. This may explain how early adversity becomes biologically embedded.

A new analysis of over 10,000 children found that higher screen time is linked to slightly increased ADHD symptoms and reduced cortical thickness in specific brain regions.

Millions of young Americans are turning to generative AI when feeling sad or anxious. The findings suggest these tools fill a gap in traditional care, despite lingering concerns regarding safety and oversight.