New Research: Higher Education Linked to Increased Risk of Depression and Anxiety
Young people who are in higher education in England exhibit a slightly higher risk of experiencing depression and anxiety compared to those not in higher…
Young people who are in higher education in England exhibit a slightly higher risk of experiencing depression and anxiety compared to those not in higher…
A surge in girls’ visits drove the trend, fueling longer waits for inpatient care. During the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a…
Increases the number of patients likely to respond to treatment for major depression. A major clinical trial shows that the drug, esketamine, one of the…
High school students, particularly males, with a history of concussion in the last year, showed a higher tendency for suicidal thoughts, planning, or attempts compared…
Recent research indicates that ketamine, traditionally an anesthetic, can quickly reduce PTSD and depression symptoms. This finding is significant given the slow onset of traditional…
Two studies presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 link mental health to heart health, showing that depression and anxiety can hasten the…
Journal of Psychiatric Practice presents review and update on psychedelics for mental disorders. A growing body of evidence suggests that psychedelic drugs may be useful…
The research indicates that the genetic variant observed, which affects zinc regulation, could have signified an evolutionary advantage in our ancestors’ adaptation to the cold….
In an unusual trial, Stanford Medicine researchers found that a patient’s belief that they had received ketamine, even if they didn’t, could improve their depression….
Reports from the decade leading up to the COVID pandemic indicated a rise in suicidal behaviors in children, pointing to a potential mental health crisis…
New findings indicate that maintaining a healthy lifestyle that involves moderate alcohol consumption, a healthy diet, regular physical activity, healthy sleep, and frequent social connection,…
A hobby is associated with reduced depressive symptoms and increased happiness, self-rated health, and life satisfaction in individuals aged 65 and above. This observation is…
Focusing on positive aspects could be as crucial as reducing negative factors in preventing relapse, according to a study. Individuals who have overcome a significant…
New research from Rice University finds that antidepressants may actually reduce negative memories in individuals suffering from depression while improving overall memory function. The study…
Researchers have uncovered that the weeks-long delay in SSRI antidepressant benefits may stem from increased brain plasticity and synapse density over initial weeks of intake,…
A recent trial shows a low-cost version of ketamine effectively treats severe depression, with over 20% of participants achieving total remission. The cost-effective treatment could…
First trial to directly compare effects of treatments on mental and physical health shows clear benefits of exercise, and slight physical worsening with antidepressants. But…
A University of Illinois Chicago study found that fathers can suffer from postpartum depression. The research highlights the significance of engaging men in healthcare during…