Adverse childhood experiences have impacts deep into old age, especially for those who experienced violence,…
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.
NIH researchers found widespread differences in the brains of children with anxiety disorders that improved…
Drugs blocking dopamine transporters may be harmful for healthy teens but helpful for those with…
Relationships with caring adults provide a buffer against depression and anxiety, regardless of adverse childhood…
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health condition triggered by exposure to traumatic…
Study sheds light on TAAR1, pointing to potential enhancement opportunities in drug development. Researchers at…
People with PTSD have a cerebellum about 2% smaller than unaffected adults, especially in areas…
Scientists from UC San Diego may have solved the century-old mystery of why this controversial…
Researchers from the University of Cincinnati and Northwell Health discovered that metformin effectively prevents weight…
University of California, San Diego study suggests new way to personalize mental health care. Major…
Cannabis use is rapidly increasing across the U.S., especially among young adults, and it’s bringing…
Findings help explain how smoking is linked to Alzheimer’s, dementia. Smoking shrinks the brain, according…
Precise observation using ultra-high magnetic field 7T MRI. For the first time, a research team…
Exposure to artificial light during nighttime is linked to a higher risk of developing psychiatric…
More than six decades since their introduction, medical professionals have discovered the first substantial evidence…
Recent research indicates that semaglutide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, could effectively…
Journal of Psychiatric Practice presents review and update on psychedelics for mental disorders. A growing…
Although the brain’s capacity for change is usually slow, it can be rapidly enhanced through…