Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
Community mental health support organisation in Gateshead hopes for expansion amid new funding
A new community organisation wishes to spread "hope" to people who could otherwise fall through the gaps.
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TraumaAug 11, 2026
Is Trauma Forever?
People recover from traumatic incidents every day, but we don't hear much about humans' natural healing capacity. Why don't more of us know that healing is a norm?
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
Male graduates face severe mental health challenges in Namibia
A recent conference in Windhoek highlighted how societal pressure to provide and post-graduation unemployment are driving rising anxiety and depression levels among young men.Namibia University of ...
ResearchAug 11, 2026
Narcissism and psychopathy linked to entrepreneurial mindsets
Individuals who score higher in dark personality traits like narcissism and psychopathy also report a stronger internal drive to start their own businesses. The findings suggest that socially undesirable traits provide…
ResearchAug 11, 2026
Bamboo toilet paper intrigued me. Reality turned out to be messy
What makes a greener wipe? Researchers have more to say about bamboo's ecological risks, given limited carbon footprint data.
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
Namibia: Male Graduates Face Severe Mental Health Challenges in Namibia
A recent conference in Windhoek highlighted how societal pressure to provide and post-graduation unemployment are driving rising anxiety and depression levels among young men.
Forensic PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Court approves changing venue for former KY sheriff’s murder trial
The trial for the former Letcher County sheriff accused of shooting and killing a judge in his chambers will not be held in Letcher County. Prosecutors for the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the defense ...
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
Men’s Health: The Five Things You Shouldn’t Ignore
Depression and mental health, heart disease, skin and then testicular and prostate cancer are the top 5 things that men should ...
Developmental PsychologyAug 11, 2026
International Affairs Committee Member Spotlight: María Inés Susperreguy, Ph.D.
A: I received my Ph.D. in Education and Psychology from the University of Michigan in 2013. I am currently an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC). My…
Family & RelationshipsAug 11, 2026
How Silence Can Erode a Relationship
Inadequately addressed mental health issues put relationships at risk, especially when mental health stigma gets in the way of open conversations or treatment.
Developmental PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Chronic pain is missing from America's heat warnings
When a heat wave arrives, the public health advice follows a familiar script: Drink water, watch for heat stroke, check on people with heart or lung conditions. That list saves lives. But it leaves out something that…
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
Local advocate says grassroots efforts key to suicide prevention
A local suicide-prevention advocate says communities need to focus more on early intervention, education and accessible mental ...
Developmental PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Fish on trial: Does this 'brain food' help prevent Alzheimer's disease?
Fatty fish has long been viewed as "brain food" that supports cognitive health through anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and vascular mechanisms. That has led researchers to ask whether the benefits of fatty fish might…
Clinical PsychologyAug 11, 2026
New CTx-1301 Data Affirms Pharmacokinetic Profile to Treat ADHD
New data show once-daily CTx-1301 delivers 3 timed dexmethylphenidate releases for faster onset, steadier late-day ADHD coverage, tolerability.
Social PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Improvisational theater, meditation and games support anxious teens
Adolescence is a key stage of development, characterized by heightened emotional vulnerability. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in seven young people ages 10–19 lives with a mental health condition…
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
HHS Secretary Kennedy's Remarks Honoring David Rose
Secretary Kennedy honors Officer David Rose's courage, sacrifice, and service at the CDC.
NeuropsychologyAug 11, 2026
Avoiding these 3 things during midlife could ward off dementia
Researchers have identified three specific health markers during people’s midlife years that can minimize risk for dementia, suggesting targeted prevention efforts could ward off dementia for more ...
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
Jersey Shore refuge for people with mental illness destroyed when car crashes through it. Help needed.
A Monmouth County refuge for people with mental illness is seeking donations after a vehicle crashed into its building, causing severe structural damage and displacing members.
ResearchAug 11, 2026
Believing the world is unfair may explain why some who experience adversity are drawn to conspiracy theories
New research published in the British Journal of Psychology suggests that experiencing personal hardship does not directly cause conspiracy beliefs. Instead, adversity tends to foster a sense of injustice, which then…
ResearchAug 11, 2026
The largest known galaxy is wider than 17 Milky Ways
Scientists have identified the edge of galaxy IC 1101 and crowned it with the title of largest known galaxy.
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
Nicotine Use in Teens Tied to Anxiety and Depression, New Studies Find
In three new studies, researchers at the University of Gothenburg have found that adolescents who use nicotine -- including e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches -- report more mental health symptoms than ...
Mental HealthAug 11, 2026
University of Michigan axes letter grades to curb freshman ‘mental health crisis’
The University of Michigan will nix letter grades for first-semester freshmen, a policy the school hopes will help students “start strong” and “curb the mental health crisis.” “Our goal is to help ...
PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Why do some people feel life is so unfair? Understanding this may help explain conspiracy beliefs
New research shows experiences of adversity are linked with stronger perceptions of injustice – and a greater tendency to believe in conspiracy theories.
ResearchAug 11, 2026
Mapping how mental health risks emerge in AI chatbot conversations
Scientists at UCL have developed a framework for stress-testing how AI chatbots respond to vulnerable users, helping researchers identify weaknesses and test ways to make mental health interactions ...
Developmental PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Strength training exercise: A vital part of chronic disease prevention
Adults who do both aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercises are less likely to develop a raft of chronic diseases, researchers have found.
Child PsychologyAug 11, 2026
The Child Mind Institute Marks Fourth Year of Empowering California High School Students with Resources for a Career in Mental Health Care through its Youth Mental Health Academy
The program — in partnership with the state of California — builds a diverse pipeline of future mental health professionals through hands-on training, mentorship, and paid internships. The post The Child Mind Institute…
Social PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Researchers develop new framework for understanding how emotions shape behavior online
Every day, billions of people scroll through social media posts, online reviews and news feeds filled with emotional content—from glowing five-star reviews to rage-inducing social media rants. Those emotions can quietly…
NeuropsychologyAug 11, 2026
MIT neuroscientists discover the brain can reason without words
MIT neuroscientists have found striking evidence that language and logical reasoning are powered by separate systems in the brain. Even people with severe language impairments caused by stroke were able to solve…
Clinical PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Psychiatry and the Treatment of Stuttering: A Blossoming Partnership
Explore new consensus guidelines on childhood stuttering, uniting psychiatry and neurology with practical treatment insights to improve patient care.
Clinical PsychologyAug 11, 2026
Eating disorders striking as young as nine
While parents might expect counselling to be the first step for treatment, Dr Harlina (right) explains that the first priority is ...