Mental Health

Newborns with low vitamin D levels are more likely to develop mental health disorders later in life, according to a large-scale international study involving researchers from The University of Queensland…

Researchers have discovered that people with depression have a brain network called the salience network that is nearly twice as large as in those without depression. This finding, from teams…

A new study from the University of Edinburgh reveals that people living with two or more long-term physical health conditions face a much higher risk of developing depression. Certain combinations…

Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center have uncovered important differences in how stress hormones work in primate brains compared to rodents, opening new possibilities for treating stress-related mental…

A recent German study shows that children and teenagers who spend more time on smartphones tend to have a lower quality of life. Researchers tracked smartphone use and signs of…

A recent study from the University of Michigan shows that about 19 million children in the United States-roughly one in four under age 18-live with a parent or adult who…

A recent study from the University of Surrey and the Université du Québec à Montréal has found that coaches who use controlling methods can seriously harm athletes’ wellbeing and increase…

A recent study suggests that providing hearing aids to older adults may help them maintain social connections, potentially reducing the loneliness that many experience as they age. Researchers believe that…

Epilepsy, a common neurological disorder causing recurring seizures, affects over 70 million people worldwide. In the U.S., approximately 3.4 million individuals live with this challenging condition, and about one-third of…

Scientists have long known that some mental health disorders—like Tourette syndrome, schizophrenia, and ADHD—are more common or look different in males than in females. Now, new research using mice helps…

At the University of Delaware’s STAR Campus, Dr. Anjana Bhat’s colorful Move 2 Learn Innovation Lab is filled with laughter and motion. Children jump, dance, and play musical instruments —…

A decade of progress in reducing smoking during pregnancy in England is now at risk due to NHS budget cuts, according to health experts. A new article published in the…

A new study from Simon Fraser University is debunking the myth that employers have little power to influence whether workers share mental health struggles. According to the World Health Organization,…

Physical activity is not just about building muscles or losing weight. It’s also about taking care of your mind. Regular movement can help you feel happier, sleep better, and manage…

Anxiety is a natural response to stress. It helps us stay alert and focused. But when anxiety becomes overwhelming and persistent, it can interfere with daily life. This is known…

One in five adults in the United States experiences a mental illness each year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). As part of Mental Health Awareness Month,…

A new survey by Country Living UK reveals that the majority of Brits believe spending time in nature supports mental health — and many think it should even be prescribed…

A new global study reveals that nearly one in five women and one in seven men worldwide have experienced sexual violence before the age of 18. The findings, published in…

New research suggests that GLP-1 medications, often used for diabetes, can help people with mental illness lose weight, manage blood sugar, and improve their mood. These drugs may also reduce…

Exercise isn’t just good for your body—it’s also a powerful tool for your mind. A new review of ten years of research shows that regular physical activity can significantly reduce…