Depression is linked to an increased risk of dementia in both mid and later life, finds study A new study has found that depression is linked to an increased risk of dementia in both mid and later life. Read More
Study finds US general military service may lower, rather than heighten, depression risk General service in the US military may lower, rather than heighten, the risk of depression, despite the relatively high prevalence of the condition among active duty and veteran personnel, finds a large observational study published online in BMJ Military Health. Read More
Chronic loneliness may harm cognitive health in young adults Young and middle-aged adults who live with chronic loneliness may be at risk for early cognitive decline, according to a new study by researchers in the Penn State Department of Human Development and Family Studies. Read More
Sustained in the brain: How lasting emotions arise from brief stimuli, in humans and mice We don't always understand our emotions, but we couldn't lead normal lives without them. They steer us through life, guiding the decisions we make and the actions we take. But if they're inappropriate or stick around for too long, they can cause trouble. Read More
Electroconvulsive therapy’s ‘hard reset’ effect: Brain wave discovery challenges long-held assumption During his third-year psychiatry clerkship as a medical student, Zach Rosenthal, MD, Ph.D., was part of a team providing care to a young man with schizophrenia and severe catatonia. Read More
The anatomy of a smile: How to spot a fake from the real thing You've probably heard the claim that it takes more muscles to frown than to smile. It's usually framed as a feel-good reason to turn your frown upside down—less effort, more joy. But anatomically, the numbers don't quite add up. Read More
Parents of autistic children are stressed. Here’s what they want you to know If you're a parent or caregiver of a child who's autistic, the odds are you're spinning more plates than the average person. The emotional, physical and logistical demands stack up, often without the kind of support you need. It can leave you exhausted and wondering if things will ever improve. Read More
Study finds low distress not always a reflection of wellbeing in daily life Psychological therapy should explore treatments that take a two-fold approach to decrease distress and increase well-being to obtain optimal mental health, according to researchers at The University of Western Australia. Read More
VR tool pioneered to enhance athlete well-being makes headlines An innovative project which uses virtual reality to enhance the mental well-being and resilience of young athletes is attracting the attention of major sporting organizations across the UK. Read More
Assessing smartphone apps for stress relief: Mindfulness and problem-solving therapy may be more effective The levels of stress experienced by people living in many countries worldwide, particularly by those inhabiting urban areas, have risen exponentially over the past decades. This has led to the development of numerous technological tools designed to improve users' mental health and provide stress relief. Read More