A feat of basic neuroscience co-led by UNC School of Medicine scientists, the discovery of…
Browsing: Mental Health
Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influencing how individuals think, feel, and behave, as well as how they cope with stress, relate to others, and make choices. It encompasses a wide range of conditions, from anxiety and depression to more severe disorders like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Mental health is shaped by a complex mix of genetic, biological, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Increasingly recognized as just as important as physical health, mental health is a major focus of scientific research aimed at understanding its causes, improving treatments, and reducing stigma. Advances in neuroscience, psychology, and public health are driving more holistic approaches to mental well-being across all stages of life.
Gene changes in PTSD brains may explain gender differences and guide future therapies. A post-mortem…
Researchers in Germany found that autonomy-supportive parenting, such as allowing children limited choices, improved well-being…
Research shows that spiritualist mediums tend to experience unusual auditory phenomena early in life and…
Patient with serious brain injury can temporarily talk, walk, and recognize family members. A patient…
Watching horror films may help people mentally prepare for real-world crises like pandemics. Tales of…
The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting people’s mental health. But what helps and hinders people in…
A study found that hope can protect against risky behaviors like gambling and drinking, particularly…
In a study that looked at suicide deaths during 2020’s first wave of the COVID-19…
Scientists at Trinity College Dublin today announced a significant advance in our understanding of an…
The treatment may improve emotional regulation for people with psychiatric disorders. Pairing brain stimulation with…
Study participants who regularly drank at harmful levels shown to consume six drinks per session,…
Lockdowns, job losses, and social isolation have been the hallmarks of 2020 as COVID-19 tightens…
Dreams during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown reflect mental suffering (anger, sadness) and fear of contagion,…
Study applies artificial intelligence to analyze content of nightmares using crowdsourced data from more than…
Young adults across the US took part in loneliness study. A new national survey, looking…
New nationwide poll shows 1 in 3 respondents age 65+ think they can just “snap…
Tips on Dealing With the Stress of a Divisive Election The results of the presidential…