Memories of childhood abuse affects mental health more than the experience
A recent study from King's College London has suggested that the way childhood abuse and/or neglect is processed affects mental health more than the experience.
Does depression after traumatic brain injury represent a new disease?
Results of a new study suggest that depression following traumatic brain injury may be a clinically distinct disorder instead of a major depressive disorder.
Child ADHD medication not linked to increased substance abuse, study finds
A new study has found that treating childhood ADHD with stimulant medications is not associated with increased substance abuse in later life.
HIV patients are susceptible to psychosocial challenges, study suggests
New research from HIV/AIDS experts shows that patients with HIV are vulnerable to psychosocial challenges such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse and more.
Maternal mortality in the US has worsened over the last 20 years
Results of a new study have shown that US maternal mortality rates have worsened from 1999 to 2019, affecting some racial and ethnic groups more than others.
Can a poverty-stricken childhood influence the wiring of a child's brain?
A recent study from the Washington University School of Medicine suggests that children growing up in poverty may influence the wiring of their brains.
According to recent study children who read for pleasure have better mental health
A study from the University of Cambridge shows that adolescents who read for pleasure tend to perform better at cognitive tests and have better mental health.
Why do people who experience loneliness process the world differently?
A recent study published in Psychological Science suggests that every lonely person processes the world in their own, idiosyncratic way.
Is sense of smell linked to increased risk of depression?
New evidence of a link between a poor sense of smell and the risk of developing depression has been discovered by researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Stanford scientists identify a new subtype of depression
Scientists at Stanford Medicine have identified a new subtype of depression that affects over a quarter of patients. This new category of depression accounts for approximately 27 per cent of depressed patients.
Neurons related to chronic stress have been identified in new research
Swedish researchers have identified a group of nerve cells in the mouse brain that are involved in creating chronic stress and negative emotional states.
Study shows that antidepressants may reduce likelihood of testing positive for COVID-19
A new study from King's College London has found that patients who are prescribed antidepressants are significantly less likely to test for COVID-19.
Climate change threatens human health and urgent action is needed, says WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified climate change as a serious hazard to social, mental and physical health.
More than a third of adults lack confidence in mental health hospitals amid scandals
New research shows that more than one in three adults have admitted to lacking confidence in a loved one being safe at a mental health hospital.
Research identifies cellular link between chronic stress and inflammatory bowel disease
Findings from the University of Pennsylvania have suggested a cellular link between chronic psychological stress and inflammatory bowel disease.
New study examines how serotonin leads to functional brain activity
A new study examines the effects of drugs that activate serotonin receptors on humans with cognitive deficiencies and mood disorders.
Austrian study shows that obesity can increase risk of mental disorders
A recent study from the Medical University of Vienna shows that obesity significantly increases the risks of developing mental disorders.
Researchers test new method of helping people with addiction
A group of researchers from the Rochester Institute of Technology are testing a new method of delivering therapy to people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, and aggressive behaviour.
Contraceptive pills linked to greater risk of depression in women
According to a new study conducted by Uppsala University in Sweden, women who use combined contraceptive pills are at greater risk of developing depression.
Are anxious children being prescribed medication with minimal therapy?
An American-based study has evaluated the recent trends in anxiety disorder diagnosis and treatment among children, adolescents and young adults.
Study examines link between biological age and child development
New research conducted by scientific experts explores how child development closely relates to biological age as well as chronological age.
Scotland's transport minister quits due to "poor mental health"
Kevin Stewart has resigned from his role as transport minister of the Scottish government over concerns for his mental health.
The benefits of taking a break from social media
Taking a break from social media can be very difficult, but it can also provide refreshing results and largely benefit mental health.
Does the greenery in urban areas improve people's mental health and impact stress levels?
A study published by the Environmental Research Journal suggests the positive impact that green spaces in urban areas can have on mental health.
Ukrainian military chaplains complete training from British Army
Ten Ukrainian military chaplains have completed their two weeks of training with the British Army, with this being the first course of its kind in the United Kingdom.
Decision from the Metropolitan Police to stop responding to mental health emergencies called "disturbing"
From September this year, MPS officers will only attend 999 mental health emergency calls where there is an immediate threat to life.
UK government evaluates schemes to help families affected by alcohol misuse
A government programme for improving the quality of life for families affected by alcohol misuse has proved successful following an independent evaluation.
Universal Credit to boost childcare payments by 47% following government funding
In the largest expansion of childcare in the UK, maximum childcare payments from Universal Credit will rise by 47 per cent from June 28th.
How does the rise of cosmetic procedures through social media impact body image?
Social media can already have a negative impact on body image, but the rise of cosmetic surgeries on the internet poses the risk of warping beauty perceptions.
Can depression be treated by making brain signals travel the wrong way?
A recent study led by Stanford Medicine has revealed that magnetically stimulating the flow of abnormal brain signals can be used to treat severe depression.
