Attending events is the ticket to happiness, study suggests New research led by the University of South Australia has found that frequently attending in-person events can significantly boost well-being. Read More
Children’s social care involvement common to nearly third of UK mothers who died during perinatal period: Study The involvement of children's social care services was a common factor in nearly a third of UK maternal deaths occurring during, or within a year of, pregnancy between 2014 and 2022, finds research published in BMJ Medicine. Read More
Climate change anxiety is a hidden force driving disaster preparedness in California’s fire country A new study conducted in Lake County, California—one of the most wildfire-affected regions in the country—has found that residents' anxiety and stress about climate change are associated with increased disaster-preparedness behaviors. Read More
Children’s social media activity highlights emotional stress of living with long-term health issues Children with multiple long-term health issues undergo severe emotional stress at the same time as they are trying to cope with the physical challenges of their condition, a study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders has found. Read More
Content or form? The two possible paths of our memories If memories are the black box of our past, they can also shed light on the present by giving meaning to new situations. But how does memory retrieve either surface matches (based on same places, same people) or deeper, more conceptual ones (based on similar intentions or actions)? Read More
Doctors at increased risk of poor mental health—study highlights helpful approaches Doctors are at higher risk of depression, anxiety and suicide than almost any other profession. Now, a global review led by UNSW Sydney and Black Dog Institute reveals which intervention approaches can help—and where urgent research is still needed. Read More
The AI therapist will see you now: Can chatbots really improve mental health? Recently, I found myself pouring my heart out, not to a human, but to a chatbot named Wysa on my phone. It nodded—virtually—asked me how I was feeling and gently suggested trying breathing exercises. Read More
Exercise can greatly benefit teenagers’ mental health—here’s what the evidence says Adolescence is a crucial stage of human development. During this unstable period, teenagers experience numerous physical, emotional and social changes that can be extremely challenging. It is a time of identity construction, increased exposure to external pressures, and a search for autonomy. Without the right support, this can all take a significant emotional toll. Read More
Workplace mental health at risk as key federal agency faces cuts In Connecticut, construction workers in the Local 478 union who complete addiction treatment are connected with a recovery coach who checks in daily, attends recovery meetings with them, and helps them navigate the return to work for a year. Read More
Antidepressant withdrawal: New review downplays symptoms but misses the mark for long-term use A new review of antidepressant withdrawal effects—written by academics, many of whom have close ties to drug manufacturers—risks underestimating the potential harms to long-term antidepressant users by focusing on short-term, industry-funded studies. Read More