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Depression genetics differ by sex: Study find females carry higher risk than males do

7 October 2025

Important genetic differences in how females and males experience depression have been revealed for the first time in findings that could pave the way for more targeted intervention and treatments. Read More

Don't look away: Study shows teenage girls who avoid potentially negative feedback prone to higher anxiety

7 October 2025

To better understand anxiety, a psychologist from the University of Kansas studied 90 teenage girls in sessions spanning three years, using wearable eye‐tracking glasses as the subjects gave a speech Read More

A natural compound repairs brain mitochondria and reverses anxiety in rats

7 October 2025

A study led by EPFL shows that Urolithin A, a natural compound, can abolish high anxiety in rats by repairing mitochondrial function in their brain cells, specifically in the nucleus Read More

The loser's brain: How neuroscience controls social behavior

7 October 2025

Social hierarchies are everywhere—think of high school dramas, where the athletes are portrayed as the most popular, or large companies, where the CEO makes the important decisions. Such hierarchies aren't Read More

The brain navigates new spaces by 'flickering' between reality and old mental maps, say scientists

7 October 2025

Have you ever gotten a flash of a different route you could have taken while stuck in traffic? This isn't just a fleeting thought, but rather a fundamental neurological process, Read More

Moms', not dads', mental health clearly linked to their children's, study shows

7 October 2025

An innovative study by University of Manchester researchers has shown that mothers' feelings of being overwhelmed and unhappiness, not fathers', are directly associated with their children's feelings of nervousness, worry Read More

Meningococcal disease leaves long-term impact on adolescent survivors, research reveals

7 October 2025

New research from the University of Adelaide has found almost 60% of adolescent invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) survivors have long-term psychological conditions in subsequent years. Read More

Instructions help you remember something better than emotions or a good night's sleep, scientists find

7 October 2025

A good night's sleep has long been understood to help us consolidate new memories, but we don't understand how. Associations with negative feelings like fear or stress can improve recall, Read More

'Playing to your strengths' improves well-being in adult ADHD, new research shows

6 October 2025

Adults with ADHD who recognize and regularly use their personal strengths report better well-being, improved quality of life and fewer mental health difficulties, according to a new international study. Read More

Children can be systematic problem-solvers at younger ages than psychologists previously thought

6 October 2025

I'm in a coffee shop when a young child dumps out his mother's bag in search of fruit snacks. The contents spill onto the table, bench and floor. It's a Read More

Social threat perceptions in youth linked to altered brain connectivity

6 October 2025

Researchers at UCL Institute of Education, King's College London, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and UCLA report that perceived social threats in early adolescence are associated with altered Read More

Epigenetic shifts link maternal infection during pregnancy to higher risk of offspring developing schizophrenia

6 October 2025

The health of mothers during pregnancy has long been known to play a role in the lifelong mental and physical health of offspring. Recent studies have found that contracting an Read More

Couples should never go to bed angry, right? It might be time to rethink that

4 October 2025

It's late at night, and you have been stewing all day about something your partner did to annoy you. The time to resolve it is now because, as everyone knows, Read More

Tiny sugars in the brain disrupt emotional circuits, fueling depression

3 October 2025

Depression is a serious disorder that disrupts daily life through lethargy, sleep disturbance, and social withdrawal, and also increases the risk of suicide. The number of depression patients has steadily Read More

Model reveals mental health gains outweigh physical health in predicting life satisfaction

2 October 2025

In the open-access journal PLOS Global Public Health, Steve Haake from Sheffield Hallam University and colleagues present a model for evaluating life satisfaction. They demonstrate their model using participants in Read More

Teens deserve a kinder inner voice: Unfolding research from India

2 October 2025

During one of my visits to schools in Delhi, I asked the students: "When something doesn't go the way you expected, or when you fail at something, it feels bad, Read More

Natural brain opioids help us 'see the bigger picture' after rewards

2 October 2025

Feeling good doesn't just lift our mood—it also helps us stay flexible and resilient. A new study by an international team of neuroscientists shows that natural brain opioids released after Read More

Early intake of the antidepressant fluoxetine alters brain development in rats, study finds

2 October 2025

Past neuroscience studies have consistently showed the profound effects of early life experiences on the brain's wiring, particularly on the formation of the junctions that enable communication between neurons (i.e., Read More

Psilocybin targets brain circuits to relieve chronic pain and depression, study suggests

2 October 2025

Researchers at Penn Medicine have identified specific brain circuits that are impacted by psilocybin—the active compound found in some psychedelic mushrooms—which could lead to new paths forward for pain and Read More

Pain tolerance found to increase during social interaction in VR

1 October 2025

For years, virtual reality (VR) has been used in pain management for hospitalized adults and children, to take their minds off their discomfort, but typically the technology has been a Read More

Brain imaging reveals connection between dopamine levels and chronic depression in young women

1 October 2025

A new brain imaging study led by researchers in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health in the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University, and published in Read More

Marriage tied to higher health and happiness than single life, study finds

1 October 2025

Think being single is easier? A new study suggests that marriage might give people a surprising boost in health and happiness. Read More

Cognitive scientists reveal why some sentences stand out from others

1 October 2025

"You still had to prove yourself." "Every cloud has a blue lining!" Which of those sentences are you most likely to remember a few minutes from now? If you guessed Read More

Most effective digital interventions to stop smoking identified

1 October 2025

Smoking remains one of the most deleterious habits for human health, as it is known to increase the risk of several life-threatening diseases, including lung and throat cancers, heart disease Read More

Feeling in control helps beat daily stress, researchers find

1 October 2025

A looming deadline at work, a clogged toilet, an argument with a loved one—these daily hassles can make any day feel more stressful. When these demands pile up, it can Read More

Leisure activities boost self-esteem and well-being in teens

30 September 2025

New research from the University of Liverpool suggests that the way young people spend their free time may play a crucial role in supporting their well-being and social development. Read More

Psilocybin may present unique risks during the postpartum period

30 September 2025

Magic mushrooms may not be the answer to postpartum depression, new research from the University of California, Davis suggests. Read More

Study links food and beverage temperature to mental and gut health

30 September 2025

Be it a cool iced coffee or warm cup of soup, the temperature of what we eat and drink may influence our mental and digestive health, according to new research Read More

Common hair-loss drug consistently associated with higher rates of psychiatric harm

29 September 2025

For over two decades, finasteride—a popular prescription drug taken by millions of men to treat hair loss—has quietly carried a shadow. Behind its cosmetic promise lay disturbing signs of deeper Read More

PA-915 molecule shows long-lasting antidepressant effects without common side effects in mice

29 September 2025

Depression and anxiety disorders are among the most widespread mental health disorders, with estimates suggesting that they affect around 264 million and 284 million people worldwide, respectively. Depression is a Read More

Teens in distress turn to tobacco but need more help to quit

7 October 2025

A new study based on the 2022 National Youth Tobacco Survey has uncovered a concerning gap in how health professionals support young people dealing with mental health challenges and tobacco Read More

Brain stimulation may reduce cannabis addiction in people with multiple sclerosis

7 October 2025

A noninvasive device that delivers weak electrical currents to the brain may help those with multiple sclerosis cut back on excessive cannabis use, a new NYU Langone Health study of Read More

Australia's gambling harm is likely underreported—and authorities are still failing to act

7 October 2025

Monday night's ABC Four Corners' investigation highlighted major issues with the regulation of online gambling in Australia. Read More

Drinking through the generations: Study finds abstention from alcohol is on the rise in younger generations

7 October 2025

Younger generations are turning away from alcohol at unprecedented rates, with Generation Z driving a cultural shift that could reshape Australia's drinking landscape and deliver major public health gains if Read More

Link between smoking and high blood pressure confirmed

6 October 2025

Tobacco smoking is associated with an increased risk of hypertension (high blood pressure), a new UM study has found, and testing patients' urine can help to verify their smoking status Read More

Surging numbers of children using e-cigarettes: WHO

6 October 2025

E-cigarettes are fueling an "alarming" new wave of nicotine addiction, with millions of children now hooked on vaping, the World Health Organization warned Monday. Read More

Chiropractic care associated with reduction in opioid use disorder in patients with low back pain

3 October 2025

A new multi-institutional study, led by University Hospitals Connor Whole Health, found that adults with newly diagnosed low back pain with or without sciatica who initially received spinal manipulative therapy Read More

3 October 2025

An increasing number of people are dying from drug-related accidental injuries. The rate has risen by nearly 60% within the last five years, according to new study findings. Read More

Over 40% of deceased drivers in motor vehicle crashes test positive for THC, study shows

3 October 2025

New study findings show that over 40% of drivers who died in motor vehicle collisions tested positive for active delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in their system, with average blood levels far exceeding Read More

Diabetes drugs show promise for treatment of alcohol use disorder

3 October 2025

The excessive and uncontrolled consumption of alcohol, which can culminate in the development of alcohol use disorder or alcoholism, is widespread in many countries worldwide. Individuals diagnosed with alcohol use Read More

Death toll from drugs has more than doubled worldwide over past three decades, study finds

2 October 2025

Drug use disorder (DUDs), also called drug addiction, is the chronic and relapsing use of psychoactive substances in spite of considerable harm to the patient. The UN Office on Drugs Read More

Veterans more likely than general population to use all types of tobacco products, including the most harmful

2 October 2025

A new study is the first since 2015 to examine differences in tobacco use by product type among military veterans compared to civilians, finding that veterans disproportionately use all commercial Read More

Older adults with HIV may be facing unequal burden in the opioid crisis

2 October 2025

Older adults with HIV are prescribed opioids at a higher rate and are more likely to have indicators of opioid use disorder than those without HIV, according to Rutgers Health Read More

The move from middle to high school can impact teens' drinking habits, research shows

2 October 2025

Students who change schools between eighth and ninth grade are more likely to drink alcohol, according to new research. Read More

Study reveals surprising attitudes among Ohio primary care providers toward diabetes vs. opioid use disorder treatment

1 October 2025

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open, titled "Health Care Professional Willingness to Treat Opioid Use Disorder vs. Type 2 Diabetes in Primary Care," reveals surprising insights into how Read More

More men die of overdoses partly because many combine alcohol with drugs

1 October 2025

Research conducted at West Virginia University suggests consuming alcohol with fentanyl and other drugs may explain, in part, why more men than women die from unintentional overdoses. Read More

Overdose prediction tool for cocaine developed

1 October 2025

If there are prediction models for who might be at risk of cancer or diabetes so that they can get attention before it's too late, why can't there be a Read More

Caffeine pouches deliver a fast hit, and hidden risks

1 October 2025

A new caffeine craze is brewing on social media—no kettle required. Caffeine pouches promise a fast, discreet hit of energy without the fuss of brewing coffee or cracking open an Read More

Wearable patch can help reduce cravings and stress in early addiction recovery

1 October 2025

A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham shows that a non-drug, wearable device can help people with substance-use disorders (SUD) manage stress, reduce cravings, and lower their risk Read More

Most effective digital interventions to stop smoking identified

1 October 2025

Altering one area of the brain could rid alcohol withdrawal symptoms, study finds

30 September 2025

By targeting a specific area of the brain, researchers at Washington State University may now hold the key to curbing the debilitating symptoms of alcohol withdrawal that push many people Read More

Experts warn federal cuts may extinguish momentum in tobacco control

30 September 2025

A new commentary paper in Nicotine and Tobacco Research argues that recent cuts to the National Institutes of Health, including about $2 billion in terminated research grants and a $783 Read More

Ketamine deaths have increased 20-fold since 2015 with mixing drugs on the rise, UK analysis finds

29 September 2025

Deaths due to illicit ketamine use have increased 20-fold since 2015—but these deaths are increasingly occurring in complex polydrug settings, raising doubts over whether single-substance drug policies can reduce harms. Read More

Medicaid unwinding associated with less medication treatment for opioid use disorder

29 September 2025

The end of pandemic-era enrollment enhancements for Medicaid was associated with a rise in the number of people ending medication treatment for opioid use disorder, as well as a decrease Read More

Lasting neurological damage caused by repeated stress may explain addiction risk patterns

29 September 2025

Extreme instances of stress can cause lasting changes to the brain itself. This could leave some people more vulnerable to addiction, a University of Mississippi study concludes. Read More

Limited use of medications for alcohol use disorder in emergency departments highlights room for growth

29 September 2025

Emergency departments may be missing opportunities to identify and treat people for problem alcohol use. A new study published in Alcohol, Clinical and Experimental Research found that less than 1% Read More

Study links life adversity to early alcohol abstinence symptoms and possible clinical outcome

29 September 2025

Among people in treatment for alcohol dependence, the severity of withdrawal symptoms during early alcohol abstinence may be affected by the life adversity they have experienced, a small study suggests. Read More

Can fruit flies help scientists develop treatments for alcohol use disorder?

29 September 2025

The tiny fruit fly could have a mighty impact on identifying optimal treatments for people with alcohol use disorder. A new study confirmed that using fruit flies may help scientists Read More

How frequently young adults use cannabis may predict their binge drinking

29 September 2025

Changing cannabis use frequency may predict changes in binge drinking frequency among young adults, according to a new study that illuminates shifts in substance use across early adulthood. The findings Read More

How alcohol contributes to the epidemic of liver disease

29 September 2025

Research has revealed a steep increase in liver disease in recent years. Meanwhile, there is growing evidence of health harms from alcohol, including drinking at levels that were previously considered Read More

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