Scientists say their new insights into how a key brain protein works could help resolve…
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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.
Using lab-grown brain tissue, researchers uncovered complex patterns of neural signaling that differ subtly between…
A global research team co-led by VCU expert Kenneth Kendler has produced the most comprehensive…
Researchers analyzing data from 25 studies have found that people with anxiety disorders consistently show…
Curiosity-driven basement experiments led Eric J. Nestler to become one of the world’s most influential…
Depression doesn’t affect everyone in the same way — and now scientists say it may…
A major genetic study shows that some suicides arise from hidden, nontraditional risk factors, challenging…
A large cohort study found that swapping TV-watching for physical activity can meaningfully lower the…
PET imaging has revealed the first evidence in humans of changes in brain chemistry among…
New research suggests the antibiotic doxycycline could help prevent schizophrenia in young people. Adolescents treated…
A new analysis of the PANDA clinical trial reveals that the antidepressant sertraline improves certain…
Psychopaths have a 10% larger striatum than non-psychopaths, suggesting biological differences in brain structure. This…
Groundbreaking research is revealing that mental illness may start deep within the brain’s cells, where…
Genetic links between cannabis use and various traits may help guide the creation of prevention…
A systematic review has linked high-concentration THC cannabis products to negative mental health outcomes, particularly…
An extensive Charité study refutes the belief that statins have any additional positive effect beyond…
Digital traces from smartphones may help flag early mental health risks. Shared behavior patterns could…
In a groundbreaking NHS pilot, music therapy is helping dementia patients feel calmer and less…