Cognitive PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Why Traumatic Memories Feel Like They’re Happening Right Now
These findings help explain why the brain continues predicting danger after trauma — and could reshape how we understand and treat PTSD.
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NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
CBD and THC Reduce Dementia Agitation
A twice-daily oral CBD/THC formulation rapidly and significantly reduces end-of-life agitation in hospice-eligible dementia patients, achieving sustained symptom relief through 12 weeks.
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
King introduces bill aimed at expanding rural mental health care
U.S. Sen. Angus King (I-Maine) has introduced legislation aimed at making it easier for mental health professionals to treat patients in rural communities. The CARE for Mental Health Professionals Act ...
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
Alternative Gene Networks Restore Neural Circuits
study shows NAC antioxidant therapy bypasses 22q11.2 deletion syndrome deficits via alternative gene networks.
PsychologyJul 28, 2026
This Common Vitamin Is Linked To A Younger Brain (M)
One vitamin linked to healthier brain structure and stronger communication between key brain regions.
Developmental PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Cancer care costs are high and vary substantially by cancer type and stage
A large new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the National Cancer Institute finds that cancer-related health care expenses continue to be high for older adults, varying substantially by…
AI & TechnologyJul 28, 2026
Taipei's AI Healthcare Ecosystem Connects with Japan's Kansai Region as 15 Companies Showcase Taiwan-Japan Innovation Linkages
FongAI has established Asia's largest gait database for older adults. Ucarer serves more than 125,000 members. omoomi is planning to launch a pilot project in the Kansai region. Bamboo Technology has ...
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
How volunteering benefits seniors’ mental health
Volunteering is a tool older adults can use to stay healthy both physically and mentally. Seniors are vulnerable to mental health issues. The World Health Organization says around one in five older ...
School crisis responseJul 28, 2026
Behavioral Health: $5.4M cut risks end of crisis services, treatment, group home
Come Oct. 1, mental health, crisis response, and drug treatment services will be defunded at the Guam Behavioral Health and ...
AddictionJul 28, 2026
Recovery center expands addiction treatment services
Since November, area residents have been able to access detox and residential treatment options through a local provider. According to Michael Thomas, the services offered by Milton Jefferson Recovery ...
Positive PsychologyJul 28, 2026
When nature not only restores, but fortifies
Previous research may have underestimated the capacity of natural environments to promote concentration and well-being, even in the absence of prior stressors, a review by the Max Planck Institute for ...
Cognitive PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Reading physical books aids memory, cognitive health, says USM expert
STUDIES in cognitive psychology suggest that readers tend to retain information better when reading physical books, says Assoc Prof Dr Chooi Weng Tink.
School & EducationJul 28, 2026
Louisiana Special Education Changes Raise New Documentation and Compliance Risks
Louisiana school districts face a new special education compliance landscape where the governing legal standards remain familiar, but the ...
WorkplaceJul 28, 2026
Vonage Earns Certified Most Loved Workplace® Recognition and Named to 2026 Global 100 Most Loved Workplaces List
Vonage, a part of Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), today announced that it has earned a Most Loved Workplace® Certification from the Best Practice Institute. The company has also been named to the 2026 Global ...
Forensic PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Murder suspect seeks 2nd mental health evaluation, court seals report
Murder suspect Gregory Arthur Romero on Tuesday pushed for a second mental health evaluation, prompting Superior Court Judge ...
Child PsychologyJul 28, 2026
New Channel 4 documentary, The Great ADHD Myth?, seeks to determine whether ADHD is a genuine neurodevelopmental disorder, or a social construct
With so many questions on what ADHD is, should we really be giving so many children powerful psychiatric drugs to medicate it? The rise of ADHD is one the most prevalent health issues of the modern ...
School & EducationJul 28, 2026
How campus spaces can address student mental health
This article explores how campus renovation projects can be strategically used to enhance student mental health by fostering connection, inclusivity, and access to nature, ...
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
Could Learning Another Language Slow Brain Ageing? New Research Says It Might
Many teenagers study a second language at school, often wondering whether they will ever use it. New research suggests there may be an unexpected reward. According to scientists presenting their work ...
ResearchJul 28, 2026
Can Oral Semaglutide Reduce Alcohol Use? CU Anschutz Clinical Trial Shows Fewer Heavy Drinking Days
A clinical trial led by researchers at CU Anschutz has found that oral semaglutide, a medication widely used for diabetes and weight loss, reduces heavy drinking in adults with Alcohol Use Disorder ...
ProfessionJul 28, 2026
YSU receives $2 million to support graduate students in behavioral health programs
Youngstown State University has received a nearly $2 million award from the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health to support graduate students in YSU’s counseling and social work programs preparing for ...
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
AI cameras help to spot suicide attempts
When AI-powered cameras on bridges over Seoul's Han River raise the alarm that someone may be about to jump, acting quickly is vital.
ResearchJul 28, 2026
Is Interdisciplinary Science Worth It?
"You don't want scholars answering to two or more disciplines. You want them to enrich and integrate their own discipline with ideas drawn from others."
NeuropsychologyJul 28, 2026
Neuropsychologist explains when too many activities become harmful for children
Many young parents actively enroll their children in early development programs, sports clubs and creative activities. But how much is too much? Anastasia Gaurilyus, a neuropsychologist, associate ...
AddictionJul 28, 2026
Shasta College program uses opioid settlement funds to train future addiction counselors
Shasta County is investing opioid settlement funding into workforce development, with nearly $890,000 supporting Shasta College programs designed to prepare students for careers in behavioral health a ...
Child PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Award-Winning Braveminds Academy Raises Awareness for Minority Teen Boys’ Mental Health
Educational initiative helps parents recognize overlooked warning signs of anxiety, depression, and emotional distress ...
Clinical PsychologyJul 28, 2026
Novel CSF Biomarker and Peptide Candidate Target Cognitive Symptoms of Schizophrenia
Northwestern researchers identify a reduced CSF protein signal in schizophrenia and show a synthetic version restores brain circuit activity in mice.
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Authorities rescue individual after mental health crisis on I-95 early Tuesday morning
Authorities rescued an individual after suffering a mental health crisis on I-95 early Tuesday morning, according to the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO). On ...
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Genetic deletions may help explain differences in schizophrenia severity
Schizophrenia affects approximately 23 million people worldwide, with onset usually occurring during a person's late adolescence or 20s. Impairments associated with schizophrenia include ...
Mental HealthJul 28, 2026
Results from trial show THC/CBD combination significantly reduces agitation for people with dementia at end of life
A combination of CBD and THC rapidly and significantly reduces agitation in hospice-eligible people with dementia, suggest top-line results from the phase 2 LiBBY (Life's End Benefits of cannaBidiol and…
ResearchJul 28, 2026
9 Things Experts Wish You’d Do in Midlife to Increase Longevity
How you treat your body and brain in your midlife years, loosely defined as 40 to 60, can hugely influence how you age in the decades to come. The seeds for many age-related diseases, including