Scientists may have found a completely new way to treat depression by targeting inflammation instead…
Browsing: Psychiatry
Psychiatry is the medical field dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. It bridges neuroscience, psychology, and pharmacology to understand the complex workings of the brain and mind. Ongoing research in psychiatry explores everything from the genetic and neurochemical roots of conditions like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia to novel therapies such as psychedelics, neuromodulation, and AI-assisted diagnostics. Stay informed on the latest scientific advances shaping how we understand and treat mental health in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Adolescent cannabis use was linked to higher risks of later psychotic, bipolar, depressive, and anxiety…
Researchers have identified a consistent chemical difference in the brains of people with anxiety. Anxiety…
New research challenges widely held assumptions about medicinal cannabis, particularly in mental health care. A…
A large-scale study suggests that GLP-1 drugs could have unexpected mental health benefits, including lower…
A massive genetic analysis of more than 6 million people is revealing new clues about…
Fatherhood’s mental health toll may hit later than expected—spiking a full year after the baby…
A new “magic mushroom” compound may deliver psychedelic brain benefits without the trip. Psilocybin, the…
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Pregnancy is known to reshape the brain, but new research reveals that these changes do…
Researchers may have identified a potential new way to diagnose and treat major depression at…
An accelerated five-day TMS protocol may rival the standard six-week treatment for depression. For many…
A hidden molecular chain reaction in the brain may push key cellular systems into overdrive…
A high-fat ketogenic diet may help shield developing brains from the lasting impact of stress…
Research shows that vagus nerve stimulation can provide long-lasting benefits for patients who do not…
Depression that appears later in life is often viewed as a response to declining health,…
A newly identified enzyme appears to control tau production, brain inflammation, and aging. Researchers at…
Brazil’s oldest people may be revealing hidden biological secrets behind extreme human longevity. A Viewpoint…