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Admission out of area to a CAMHS ward is associated with increased likelihood of non-mental-health general hospital and emergency department use in the 60 months after discharge, raising important ...
The children's mental health study followed nearly 1,900 families throughout Spain to determine if—and how—having a pet in the home affects a child's mental and emotional well-being. For those like me ...
A large survey of adults reveals that emotional intelligence is tied to vigorous exercise habits in women, but not in men. The findings highlight distinct sex differences in how physical activity relates to emotional…
New research suggests exposure to air pollutants such as PM2.5, PM10 and NO₂ may be linked to a higher risk of suicide, suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts. | One of India's leading Digital News ...
Optimi Health plans a Health Canada-authorized Phase 3 trial for MDMA-assisted therapy in PTSD, targeting veterans and frontline workers.
The world's fastest-adopted technology is now a fixture of teenage life. We don't yet know what it's doing to the work of growing up.
… Dopamine sites play with the notion that much of the pleasure of an indulgence comes from the anticipation of it. In behavioral economic terms, imaginary purchases offer anticipatory utility — the good feeling…
About 6 in 10 college-aged young adults report experiencing a mental health concern at least once in the past year.
APS President Pamela Davis-Kean outlines her plenary topics for the 2027 APS Annual Convention in Seattle, Washington.
… Talking about yourself feels pleasurable, and there’s science to back that up, says Leslie John, a professor of business administration at Harvard Business School and author of the book Revealing. She points to…
In a cross-sectional study of 808 Brazilian adults planning to attend ayahuasca ceremonies, greater prior experience with the brew was associated with lower depression, anxiety, and stress scores, as ...
Teenagers who exhibit narcissistic traits might gain a brief boost in social status, but that dominance does not translate into actually being liked. Researchers tracking adolescents found that early boastfulness…
While intentional daydreaming can be useful, new research shows that spontaneous mind wandering is closely linked to adult ADHD. Both daily unintentional distractions and real-time cognitive lapses independently predict…
Virtual reality is replacing simple computer screens in brain-training therapies. While immersive 3D worlds can make treatment more engaging, new research highlights the hidden challenges of bringing virtual environments…
A sleepless night severely impairs your ability to form new memories. But a recent study shows that a 20-minute workout or a 90-minute nap can both protect memory after sleep loss, using completely different brain…
Scientists found that the 3D organization of DNA is disrupted in several types of brain cells affected by Alzheimer’s disease, altering how important genes are switched on and off. The discovery reveals a previously…
A new study tracking the daily habits of teenagers reveals that while spending time alone is linked to momentary isolation, young people with maladaptive personality traits tend to experience chronic loneliness…
Abrupt cuts to federal science funding are threatening the American research workforce. A new survey indicates that early career scientists face severe professional disruptions, pushing many to consider leaving the…
A new study challenges the idea that autism impairs empathy. While both groups read emotions similarly overall, autistic individuals are actually more accurate than non-autistic people at tracking the emotional valence…
A recent review of scientific literature reveals that therapeutic gardening offers a moderate boost to mental health for adults with chronic diseases, though the benefits for physical health conditions are much less…
A new study finds you don't need to lift heavy to see mental health benefits. Researchers discovered that both standard and low-intensity strength training significantly reduced depressive symptoms in young women…
A longitudinal study reveals that playing fast-paced action games and turn-based strategy games can enhance memory and attention. Brain scans indicate that action games lead to stronger and longer-lasting structural…
India’s medical student mental-health plan is a vital step, but NIMHANS experts warn that funding, staffing, accountability and monitoring will determine whether reforms move beyond paper.
Strata Mental Health Solutions has been selected for one of five U.S. healthcare provider training grants awarded by Compass Pathways to develop provider training programs for COMP360, Compass' ...
Perspectives on willpower play a crucial role in tackling difficult tasks. While some consider it a scarce resource, others find it invigorating. Research indicates that those with a limited view are ...
When parents help their children with writing activities because they genuinely enjoy the process, children develop more positive attitudes toward the subject. These positive feelings are linked to better handwritten…
The Industrial Revolution was the birthplace of social science as we know it. Entire disciplines such as sociology, political science and economics came into being to analyze enormous social challenges and guide public…
New research suggests that higher doses of the weight-loss drug semaglutide might lower the risk of developing certain mental health conditions. Surprisingly, this psychiatric benefit appears to be independent of how…
A large study found that a history of multiple depressive episodes is tied to heightened brain activity during emotional processing. The findings suggest each episode leaves a biological signature, increasing…
In this retrospective cohort study, veterans receiving most outpatient mental health care by video had lower adjusted rates of mental health hospitalization, emergency department visits, and suicidal ...
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