Could This Brain Discovery Change the Way We Treat OCD?
Researchers identified a neural activity pattern that serves as a biomarker in OCD treatment via deep brain stimulation, enabling better monitoring and personalization of therapy…
Mental Health News
Mental health encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influencing how we think, feel, and behave in daily life. It affects how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is crucial at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. A range of factors can affect mental health, including genetics, life experiences, and family history of mental health problems. Common mental health disorders include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Maintaining positive mental health involves various strategies, such as stress management, healthy relationships, therapy, and, if necessary, medication. Awareness and understanding of mental health have grown significantly, leading to better support systems and decreasing the stigma associated with mental health disorders, encouraging more people to seek help.
Cambridge Study Reveals Mindfulness Can Trigger Profound Altered States of Consciousness
Mindfulness training may cause altered states of consciousness, including disembodiment and unity, according to a University of Cambridge study. While often positive, these experiences can…
Depression Diagnoses Debunked: A New Study Challenges Old Views
A new study reveals that misinformation about depression, perpetuated by health organizations like WHO and the American Psychiatric Association, hinders public understanding of mental health….
How Magic Mushrooms Can Change Your Brain Forever
New research advances efforts to harness drug’s mind-altering power to treat mental illness. A new study demonstrates that psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms,…
Scientists Have Revealed a Unique Neural Signature for Depression
New research has identified beta frequency activity in the brain’s anterior cingulate cortex as key to how rewards influence behavior, linking it to potential new…
New Research Reveals How Mindfulness Improves Your Sleep
The results offer a better understanding of how employees and employers can collaborate to mitigate job-related stress. Mindfulness, the practice of focusing on the present…
The Hidden Dangers of Prenatal Cannabis Revealed
New research links prenatal cannabis exposure to potential developmental and mental health issues through changes in brain structure and function, based on findings from neuroimaging…
Food, Depression, and Anxiety: How Dietary Patterns Sculpt Brain Chemistry and Mood
Research indicates that poor diets are associated with changes in brain chemistry and structure, potentially affecting mental health. Consuming a Mediterranean diet may help maintain…
The Secret to Resiliency: It’s in Your Gut and Brain
A UCLA Health study explored the traits of resilient individuals, discovering significant neural activities in the brain regions for cognition and emotional regulation, and healthy…
Neuroscience Breakthrough: A Non-Invasive New Therapy for Addiction, Depression, and OCD
Researchers at EPFL have effectively tested a new method that allows for deep exploration of the human brain without the need for surgery, with potential…
Feeling Sick After Your COVID Vaccine? According to Scientists, It’s Actually a Good Sign
A UCSF study suggests that side effects like headaches and chills from COVID-19 vaccines indicate a robust immune response; however, uptake of the vaccine remains…
Decoding Heart Rate Signals To Refine Brain Stimulation Therapies for Depression
Study suggests heart rate may be a useful tool to determine where to stimulate the brains of individuals with depressive disorders when brain scans aren’t…
Stanford Identifies 6 Types of Depression: Could a Brain Scan Reveal the Best Treatment for You?
A Stanford Medicine study reveals six subtypes of depression, identified through brain imaging and machine learning. These subtypes exhibit unique brain activity patterns, helping predict…
Navigating the Neurochemical Maze of Antidepressant Withdrawal
Expectations contribute to symptoms following discontinuation of antidepressants. How difficult is it to stop taking antidepressants? If countless Internet posts and multiple scientific studies are…
New Research Reveals That Temporary Feelings of Loneliness Could Have Alarming Consequences
Following the surgeon general’s alert on a loneliness epidemic, Penn State researchers have discovered that social connections might impact physical health and well-being. According to…
New Study Reveals That Simply Looking at Trees Can Boost Your Mental Health
New eye-tracking research reveals that looking at natural elements during urban walks can significantly benefit mental health. The study, conducted by Bangor University and Technion-Israel…
Breaking Free From Antidepressants: Lancet Psychiatry Study Uncovers the Risks of Discontinuation Symptoms
About 15% of individuals stopping antidepressants face discontinuation symptoms, with severe cases in 3%. This data, from a review of 79 trials, highlights the potential…
Eat Plants, Beat Cancer: New Study Links Vegetables To Lower Prostate Cancer Risks
Increasing daily consumption of fruits, nuts, and vegetables, while reducing intake of animal products, is linked to a nearly 50% decrease in the risk of…