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PsychologyAug 31, 2026
Psychology says people who save screenshots they never look at may be collecting a sense of future security
People may save screenshots for all kinds of reasons: they expect the information could be useful later, don't want to risk forgetting it, worry they might need it again, feel emotionally attached to ...
Mental HealthAug 31, 2026
Type 2 diabetes may strike men and women differently: Here's what the new study says
In a new research study carried out in the UK, it appeared that complications associated with Type 2 diabetes vary between males and females. The study revealed that while men tend to develop either ...
Child PsychologyAug 31, 2026
Warning after common ADHD pill leaves 34-year-old violently ill and needing resuscitation
A Yorkshire man has warned ADHD sufferers of the risks of a commonly-taken treatment for the disorder - after the tablets made him 'violently sick'.
Mental HealthAug 31, 2026
Social media increases risk of depression, study says
Key Takeaways Social media increases risk of depressionPeople who spent more than 2.5 hours a day on social media were more likely to report depressionThe link between social media and depression grew ...
Child PsychologyAug 31, 2026
Canadians with ADHD, diabetes or a mental health condition may qualify for a $10,138 tax credit
The disability tax credit isn't just for visible disabilities — it can also apply to ADHD, diabetes and mental health conditions, and it may unlock a new monthly benefit too ...
Clinical PsychologyAug 31, 2026
Long-Term Depression Drug Use Linked to Sudden Cardiac Death
People who use antidepressants for many years may have a higher risk of sudden cardiac death, according to a large Danish study. The link appeared particularly strong among adults in their 30s, 40s ...
ResearchAug 31, 2026
Data4Life, Monash Health Partner to Accelerate Clinical Trials and Real-World Evidence Generation
Data4Life and Monash Health have partnered to optimize clinical trial design and execution, complemented by educational workshops and professional training programs, with a shared commitment to ...
Mental HealthAug 31, 2026
Mental Health in a Hoodie?
After the end of her pro career, Drexel basketball alum Hollie Mershon began sparking conversations about mental health with her Weightless apparel company ...
NeuropsychologyAug 31, 2026
Statins Can Reduce Dementia Risk By 15% Finds New Study
A new Danish study suggests starting statins soon after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis may lower dementia risk by 15%, adding to growing evidence connecting heart and brain health.
PolicyAug 31, 2026
Mental health utilization is up
Seventy-three percent of large employers reported increased utilization of mental health and substance use disorder services in 2025, and another 17% expected demand to climb further, according to the ...
School & EducationAug 31, 2026
Gillibrand Asks: Is The U.S. Dept Of Ed, Properly Funding Student Mental Health
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) joined 12 of her Senate colleagues in urging the Department of Education to disburse the funds ...
Mental HealthAug 31, 2026
Mercy Fort Smith lands $19 million to boost rural health care
Mercy Fort Smith will receive more than $19 million as Arkansas distributes its first round of federal rural health transformation grants.
Mental HealthAug 31, 2026
Bluebird 5K run on Labor Day raises awareness about suicide prevention
Tallahassee's Bluebird 5K race on Labor Day honors those lost to suicide and raises up stories of hope and mental health recovery.
AddictionAug 31, 2026
More than a dozen US police agencies have spent opioid settlement funds on AI plate readers
A new investigation from Mother Jones has shown that more than a dozen U.S. police agencies have used opioid settlement dollars to buy automated license plate readers. It's a move addiction recovery ...
Mental HealthAug 31, 2026
Psychologists Defined the 6 Elements of Mental Health. How Many Do You Have?
Forget TikTok trends or Instagram advice, a new study asked dozens of actual experts what is actually important for good mental health.
PsychologyAug 31, 2026
Psychology says people who feel compelled to finish every puzzle they start may be responding to the same psychological desire for resolution that researchers call the need for ...
The need for cognitive closure describes a psychological trait driving task completion. This trait influences how individuals approach uncertain situations and make decisions. Research shows higher ...
Child PsychologyAug 31, 2026
Yorkshire man says he ‘flatlined’ after severe reaction to ADHD medication
A man says he nearly died after he had an allergic reaction to his ADHD medication which caused his stomach lining to rupture.
Mental HealthAug 31, 2026
Olympic Psychiatric Care marks 10 years of meeting rural mental health care needs
SEQUIM — If one were to write a book about Becky Godby’s late-in-life career as a mental health professional, it could be titled “The Reluctant Entrepreneur.” ...
Cognitive PsychologyAug 31, 2026
Research: Memory Decline Begins Sooner Than Expected
Memory loss is usually thought of as something to address as a person ages. Slip-ups like forgetting someone's name or recognizing a familiar face but ...
Forensic PsychologyAug 30, 2026
South Carolina woman allegedly stabbed Lyft driver 11 times; denied bond pending psychological evaluation
A South Carolina woman accused of stabbing a Lyft driver multiple times has been denied bond pending a psychological evaluation. Naziyha La’Nay Weatherall, 22, booked a Lyft ride in Greenville County ...
Mental HealthAug 30, 2026
Diabetes hurts men, women differently: Men face heart and kidney risks, women battle mental health crisis, study shows
New research reveals type two diabetes affects men and women differently. Men face greater heart and kidney disease risks, while women experience more mental health conditions. Hypertension is the ...
AI & TechnologyAug 30, 2026
Americans want transparency when AI is used in their healthcare
Why 80% of Americans Demand AI in Healthcare Transparency Now The Unseen Threat: Why 80% of Americans Demand AI in Healthcare Transparency Now It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is rapidly ...
Mental HealthAug 30, 2026
Local Groups Work Together for Suicide Prevention
After her death by suicide, her parents, Steve and Julie Raleigh, founded a free, non-residential community center. Today, Madi’s House offers young adults battling addiction, mental illness and ...
Mental HealthAug 30, 2026
Type 2 diabetes may trigger different health risks in men and women
A new study found that type 2 diabetes complications developed differently in men and women. The findings suggest earlier, more tailored monitoring may help identify high-risk patients.
WorkplaceAug 30, 2026
How 'Rest Clubs' Help Gen Z Fight Burnout, Mental Fatigue
Gen Z is turning to social rest clubs to combat burnout and mental fatigue, creating shared spaces to relax without guilt.
TraumaAug 30, 2026
After 25 Years Without a New PTSD Drug, Here's What's in the Pipeline
Roughly 13 million Americans live with PTSD. The FDA has approved only two medications for it, both more than two decades old.
Mental HealthAug 30, 2026
Oxfordshire set for two new NHS mental health facilities
Response, Oxfordshire’s largest independent mental health charity, says the investment will ease pressure on overstretched services.
PersonalityAug 30, 2026
Psychology reveals why some people rarely initiate conversations
Some individuals feel more at ease allowing others to initiate discussions, a preference that is not inherently unfriendly. This tendency can be rooted in introversion and a yearning for deeper ...
PolicyAug 30, 2026
IISER Pune students begin indefinite protest over mental health policies, gender-based hostel restriction
Students are demanding improvements to mental health policies, changes to hostel restrictions, better access to campus facilities and protection from disciplinary action for peaceful protests. The key ...