Researchers may have identified a potential new way to diagnose and treat major depression at…
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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.
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…
Your sense of owning your own body may depend on the rhythm of your brain…
Anxiety may be shaped by a hidden tug-of-war between immune cells inside the brain. Anxiety…
Scientists say their new insights into how a key brain protein works could help resolve…
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…