ResearchAug 12, 2026
A vest tested on the Artemis I mission blocked some radiation exposure
A 26-kilogram plastic garment, flown on a model human torso on the uncrewed Artemis I mission, may one day protect astronauts from solar storms.
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Clinical PsychologyAug 12, 2026
Jennifer Esposito Details 'Excruciating' Psych Ward Visit Following Panic Disorder Misdiagnosis
Jennifer Esposito explained that her panic disorder misdiagnosis and crippling celiac disease landed her in the psych ward. The "Blue Bloods" actress shared on Tuesday's "Heal Squad" podcast that she ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Why men wait so long to get mental health help, and what changes when they don't
Men are diagnosed with depression and anxiety at lower rates than women, but that gap says more about reporting than rea ...
AddictionAug 12, 2026
The Trump administration wants 'treatment first' for homelessness and addiction, but San Diego has a capacity problem
The new approach puts addiction treatment and long-term recovery at the center of the federal homelessness response, but local advocates question whether San Diego has enough treatment capacity to ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Perez Hilton’s mother files for temporary custody of his three children
Celebrity blogger was hospitalized for a mental health crisis after he harmed himself during live streamThe mother of the celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is seeking temporary custody of his three children after he was…
Child PsychologyAug 12, 2026
Key genetic differences between pediatric and adult forms of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases identified
Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have found that pediatric-onset rheumatic and inflammatory diseases have distinct genetic architecture compared with those in adults. The findings, published…
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Marine heatwaves a growing threat to physical, mental health of humans: Experts
Researchers say extreme ocean temperatures can intensify weather systems, raising risks of storms, floods, injuries and deaths ...
Social MediaAug 12, 2026
Beyond Likes: How Social Media Affects Young Minds
Social media can shape young people’s mental health in different ways. A new review explores its potential benefits, risks, and ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Māori And Pacific People Have Lower Stigma Towards Mental Illness
Māori and Pacific people have a lower stigma towards people with mental illness than Europeans and Asians, according to a ...
Social PsychologyAug 12, 2026
Oxytocin nudges distrustful men to invest 15% more in anonymous trust game
In 2005, a research team led by University of Zurich economics professor Ernst Fehr published a study in the journal Nature that provided evidence for the first time that intranasally administered oxytocin can increase…
NeuropsychologyAug 12, 2026
How brain ripples help support working memory
Research from scientists at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and collaborators has shed new light on how the human brain coordinates working memory, the process in which the brain encodes…
Clinical PsychologyAug 12, 2026
Survey: Efforts to protect brain health should begin by age 40
People should begin taking proactive steps to protect their brain health at or before age 40 years, according to more than 60% of U.S. adults who took part in a survey from the Ohio State University Wexner Medical…
Child PsychologyAug 12, 2026
New research shows nearly half of U.S. pre-K-12 schools are near environmental hazard sites
More than 3 million children enrolled in pre-K–12 schools in the U.S. attend a school located within a quarter mile of a known environmental hazard site tracked by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
PsychologyAug 12, 2026
A Tiny Change To Your Breathing Could Make You Far Braver (M)
A surprisingly simple technique could subtly change how you approach life's most important moments.
AI & TechnologyAug 12, 2026
Economy 2030: In Conversation with the Minister for AI on Technology & Growth
Join techUK Deputy CEO Antony Walker and AI Minister Kanishka Narayan MP for an exclusive, intimate discussion on leveraging AI and digital infrastructure to drive nationwide UK economic growth.
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Fifth Circuit strikes down OSHA’s mental illness reporting rule
A federal court ruling has created a clear legal divide between physical and mental health. Today, this ruling has led to even ...
AI & TechnologyAug 12, 2026
Character.AI Charged With Teen Mental Health Harm in Lawsuit by Gibbs Mura, A Law Group
National law firm Gibbs Mura has filed a lawsuit alleging that AI chatbot platform Character.AI poses serious risks to children ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Social interventions for mental illness: who do they actually help?
When working as a psychiatrist people often tell me their main worries relate to things like where they’ll live, how to pay the ...
Military & First RespondersAug 12, 2026
US vets exposed to military burn pits more likely to report mental health problems
US veterans exposed to smoke from military burn pits may be more likely to experience mental health problems, according to new research. Burn pits are large open-air areas used by the US military to ...
AddictionAug 12, 2026
Opioid Dependence Associated With Distinct Age-Related Gene Expression Patterns
An analysis of brain transcriptomes and genetic data linked opioid dependence to neuroinflammation and age-dependent gene-expression changes, without showing simple accelerated aging.
AddictionAug 12, 2026
Keep Politics Out Of Addiction Science—Evidence-Based Care Depends On It
Addiction science has produced practical, life-saving knowledge because federal research has been guided by rigorous peer review ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Patrick Clancy insisted wife wasn’t bipolar, nurse testifies
A psychiatric nurse who treated Lindsay Clancy testified about a December 2022 appointment where bipolar disorder was discussed.
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
How Can Integrated Rural Healthcare Rebuild Communities Facing Severe Addiction Crises? "All Access hosted by Andy Garcia" Examines Ramey-Estep Homes, Inc
An upcoming Public Television feature explores how merging primary medical services with long-term behavioral healthcare creates ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
5,000 sailors suffering: USS Abraham Lincoln faces shocking crew mental health crisis at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln is facing a growing mental-health crisis as roughly 5,000 sailors and Marines endure an extended deployment linked to U.S. operations against Iran. Reports from Navy Times and ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Review identifies most effective treatments for bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder, characterised by extreme swings in mood, energy levels and activity. The disorder can ...
AddictionAug 12, 2026
'Treatment first' is the Trump administration’s solution to addiction and homelessness
The Trump administration is encouraging community leaders and state-based groups to pursue a “treatment first” strategy when it comes to tackling the joint problem of addiction and homelessness across ...
Positive PsychologyAug 12, 2026
Mindful walking could be the mental break you need
Mindful walking sessions can be a great way to improve your mental health. By focusing on the present moment while walking, you ...
Developmental PsychologyAug 12, 2026
SRCD Adopts New Three-Year Strategic Plan to Strengthen Belonging, Global Scholarship, and Public Policy Impact
The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD)’s Governing Council has adopted a new three-year strategic plan that will guide the organization's work through 2029. The plan reflects extensive input from members…
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
Local family’s message opens broader conversation about youth mental health
A local family’s loss is opening a broader conversation about youth mental health and what parents should watch for when a child may be struggling. The family of Salem Carpenter has publicly ...
Mental HealthAug 12, 2026
LA County Says a Program Meant to Help People with Serious Mental Illness is Gaining Traction
A courtroom at the San Diego County Superior Court in San Diego on Oct. 9, 2023. Photo by Adriana Heldiz, CalMatters This story ...