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A new study has identified how sound blunts pain. Using state-of-the-art brain imaging, an international team of researchers has discovered the neural mechanism through which sound numbs pain. lower volumes were more effective than loud music
Chemical imbalance theory debunked, but antidepressants still work
If you’re like one of them asking what pain medication is best for chronic pain, you’re in luck! Researchers have discovered a non-opioid non-addictive pain medicine with fewer side effects than existing painkillers.
Indeed, talking to your loved one about their mental health can make a whole world of difference. But you may feel like you don’t know the right thing to say, or even worse, you may be scared of saying something wrong. However, learning how to talk to some
To talk to someone about your mental health challenges, set aside some free time (at least 30-60 minutes) when neither of you would have to take care of other obligations. You can start with a text message or social media if a face-to-face conversation is
New research shows that over-activity in the hippocampus of the brain is linked with certain schizophrenia symptoms, which could help in developing more targeted treatments.
New research has discovered that young people with serious mental illnesses are prone to heart diseases. The mental illnesses include bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.
Sleeping problems may result from stress, worry, noise, interruptions, or even prolonged screen time at night. Sleep problems usually resolve on their own within a month, but if they go on for long and interfere with your daily life, they may indicate a s
Generally, everyone has their anger triggers: you may get angry when you feel misunderstood, threatened, frustrated, powerless, or scorned. But when you seem to get angry and aggressive disproportionately, it just might be due to...
A new study has discovered a link between sleeping together, better sleep, and mental health. People who sleep together (partners, siblings, or friends) tend to sleep better than those who sleep alone. And, of course, quality sleep is key to mental health.
Study findings show that hunger can make us experience greater levels of anger and irritability, with lower levels of pleasure.
The feeling of guilt can be horrible. It’s a place none of us wishes to find ourselves. But unfortunately, things happen, and it’s not uncommon to discover we’ve hurt someone so terribly that we become trapped with guilt. But how do you go from there?
Certain elements, emotions, and experiences can trigger the symptoms of anxiety to manifest. Anxiety triggers may include caffeine, negative thoughts, money problems, stress, and difficult tasks.
New research suggests that people who eat fruits more frequently are more likely to report better mental health and less likely to report symptoms of depression. This is more or less like saying, "An apple a day keeps the psychiatrist at bay!"
Are mental health disorders developed spontaneously, or are specific individuals at risk? Can you tell if a person is likely to develop a mental illness from their personality traits? For social anxiety disorder, it appears so
Many studies suggest that religion can play a positive role in mental health as it is a way to have meaning and purpose in life. When we put things into perspective, the link is not in any way farfetched.
New research shows that retina recordings can identify distinct signals that differentiate ADHD from ASD, potentially providing a biomarker for each disorder.
Many of us must have heard about music therapy and art therapy and how they can help the mind. Perhaps, travel therapy deserves a place among these as it promises real health benefits.
Even when things are going great, obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors can disrupt your day and leave you feeling embarrassed. The anxiety that comes with OCD can also leave you drained. But here are ways to cope to improve your quality of life.
About 1 in 12 American adults experience these debilitating signs daily. And sadly, these effects of depression can transcend the individual, destroying their career and crippling relationships.
Anxiety and depression are the two most common mental health disorders. Although they're different, they often occur together and have similar treatments. But, sadly, they're not only found among adults but children as well.
Intestinal flora—the bacteria living in your guts—plays a role in your general wellbeing, including mental health. In summary, a gut filled with "bad" unhealthy bacteria can impair mental health, and one packed with "good" bacteria can promote it.
A new study has found that children who consume more fruits and vegetables have less severe symptoms of ADHD. These foods can help reduce their inattention issues.
Are mass shooters mentally ill? Are they simply angry with the world? Why leads people to mass shootings?
There are many mental health disorders, and some are more common than others. But if there's one criminally under-investigated mental health disorder, it would be anorexia, especially among pregnant women.
Catatonia is a rare neuropsychiatric condition in which the patient experiences problems with moving and talking. In many instances, the patient completely freezes and cannot speak or change position for hours.
New research from the University of Cincinnati shows that depression patients in low socioeconomic backgrounds have worse treatment outcomes even when receiving the same quality of care as everyone else.
Just as heavy social media can impair one's mental health, studies have shown that taking breaks can offer mental health benefits
New research suggests that older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are over three times more likely to develop generalized anxiety disorder than those without.
People who believe they look great also often feel great and have higher self-esteem. On the other hand, people with negative body image tend to feel bad about themselves, leading the depression and even suicidal thoughts.
Notably, researchers have always believed that there is a relationship between mental disorders and dementia. Although many studies have been done in the past, results weren't always consistent. Fortunately, more light has been shared on the topic.
Many people know mushrooms to be very healthy food. But few know that it also promotes better mental health. New research conducted by Penn State College of Medicine has revealed that people who consume mushrooms have lower rates of depression.
On Saturday, April 30, country music legend Naomi Judd took her own life after battling mental illness for years. She died at the age of 76.
If cannabis can influence how we think and feel, how does it affect our minds in the long term? Recent studies show that cannabis use can affect several cognitive and psychological processes.
A slow, long-term view towards life may be key to helping people recover from alcohol use disorder (AUD), a new study finds.
Substance use and depression often occur side-by-side.. However, a new study shows that treating substance use alone also inadvertently reduces depression in adolescents and young adults who have both problems.
There are claims that cannabis may effectively treat some health conditions. However, there aren't sound scientific studies or proofs to back such claims. Instead, new research suggests that marijuana for medical use may lead to cannabis use disorder
Experts have always told us that light to moderate alcohol consumption might be beneficial to promote better heart health. However, a large study showed that all levels of alcohol intake are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.
We all go through stress at some point. But when it becomes excessive or goes on for so long, it becomes a cause for concern, for example, in pregnant women.
T. gondii, a common parasite that infects humans and other warm-blooded animals, is known to cause behavioral changes in the infected host.
ADHD usually progresses from childhood into adulthood. But researchers have now discovered that parents and grandparents of children with ADHD are more at risk of developing dementia than those whose descendants...
Chronic diseases and mental disorders can affect anyone, regardless of background, color, or age. Interestingly, people with chronic conditions are also often diagnosed with mental illness.
For most adults, intimacy forms an integral part of their lives. Whether expressed emotionally or physically with one or more partners, love and intimacy can bring great meaning and pleasure in a person's life. Unfortunately, not everyone enjoys this.
Between 2017 and 2020, the number of people battling anxiety has increased and is still rising. Well, that's one bad news. But there's good news as well. So what's it?
People are struggling with self-worth all over the world; suicidal thoughts ravage minds and render lives desolate. And quite sadly, more than ever before, depression and suicidal thoughts in American teens are on the rise.
For decades, we've relied solely on face-to-face interactions to treat mental illnesses. Patients need to walk into a therapist's office or discuss via live chat. But research shows that digital interventions (using computers and smartphones...
New studies show that infants of mothers with mental illness are at risk of falling behind in cognitive development.
Why can some people use recreational drugs controllably whereas others get compulsively drawn to it? Why do some individuals get strongly addicted after using drugs like marijuana, exhibiting the drug-seeking habits typical of substance abuse disorder?
There have always been talks about whether poor quality sleep leads to mental health problems or if the reverse is always the case. Fortunately, a new study has thrown more light on the topic.
We've always believed that mental health disorders occur spontaneously without any definite cause. We thought that anyone is at risk of mental illness, regardless of background and personality. But it seems we've been mistaken for far too long...
Youths of today rationally believe that sleeping less amounts to greater productivity. If you ask millennials what it takes to be rich, a considerable percentage would tell you "working late into the night." But evidence shows it may not be so.
City dwellers generally face many issues that negatively impact their mental health. Notably, countries where more people reside in cities have higher rates of addiction, anxiety, and depression than rural countries.
if you often make mistakes or forget things, especially when in a hurry, meditation can help you become less error-prone. However, the type of meditation used in this study isn't the well-known mindfulness meditation that focuses on breathing...
Opioid gets easily addicting and abused, and its misuse is deadly. But opioid abuse goes even beyond the physical
We all want a happy life. We want to have a well-paying job, a happy family, a beautiful house, and do everything we've always desired since childhood. But while pursuing all of these, we often forget to show gratitude for what we already have.
Intuition immediately tells us that opioid addiction is just people's way of dealing with trauma, to help them suppress the effect of the unpleasant memories. But is that all there is to is?
New research supported by the NIMH shows that a person's brain activity patterns after a traumatic experience may help to predict their long-term mental health. This might just be a major breakthrough in dealing with PTSD
Many previous studies have discovered inadequate sleep and EDS in university students, but most didn't dive into the specific mental health issues they cause. The findings from this new research can help universities and students become even more produc...
The release of chemicals in the grain causes mood changes. Doctors must ensure that the treatment they provide to their patients will release the right chemicals so that they can curb depression.
Social support is vital to any adolescent as most of them open up more to their peers than their families. The support is reduced significantly, and in some cases, it was completely absent. As more people become vaccinated, it seems like the pandemic might
Peer influence is high online with many sites encouraging the youth to use and many other behaviors. Most youths engage in negative comparisons with what they have accomplished and some pout too much emphasis on appearances. This leads to depression for mo
The stigma associated with obese especially among kids and youth leads directly to depression. For the sake of the mental health of many people with high BMI, it is important to live healthily. Physical health will lead to high self-esteem, and the individ
The outcomes that most patients get from physical activities have led to the belief that it is a major aspect of mental health. Regular exercise combined with treatments also helps to manage some effects of coronary-prone behaviors and also mental stress.
For those people who take antidepressants, it is an endless journey trying to fight depression and mental health issues. Some of them are not treatable and with time the symptoms will continue to get worse. With this study, laughing gas can be used to make
Therapy and medication are some of the best ways to keep your mental health issues in check. But there are also simple ways to care for your mental health -- practical things you can incorporate into your lifestyle.
Depression that occurs after childbirth is known as postpartum depression. However, some women also get depressed during pregnancy.
How much you understand about your mental health disorder can impact how it affects your daily life and relationships.
Although schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are two very debilitating and common mental health issues, their cause has gone undetected for years. They are also very challenging to diagnose and treat.
People have always been thought to become addicted to alcohol use the longer they indulge. But new research has thrown doubt over that belief.
While most people have heard about ADHD, few have come across hoarding. Interestingly, new research has discovered that people with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are also likely to exhibit hoarding behavior...
Mental health is pivotal to a person's overall health, as it involves their emotional, social, and psychological well-being. Interestingly, and quite unfortunately, studies show that there is a relationship between heart disease and mental health disorders
A group of researchers has discovered that schizophrenia and a range of mental illnesses are associated with a breakdown in brain cell development.
People with cancer, and even their family members, often fall into feelings of depression. Depression and anxiety may also lead to cancer
Parkinson's is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by tremors and difficulty walking and talking. It is progressive, and the symptoms may worsen over time. People with Parkinson's are also likely to develop depression. But there's help waiting
A new study has discovered that stress, in itself, can drive women to drink excessively, but not men. In the study, men who experienced the same stress level only drank more than they intended when they had already started drinking alcohol.
Anxiety may occur from time to time as a result of triggering situations. This kind of anxiety is a normal emotion like anger, which subsides after some time. In contrast, persistent anxiety that impairs daily function is a disorder and may get worse
Some scientists in Sweden set out to study over one million patients who have been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease, lung disease, and diabetes between 1932 and 1995. Interestingly, they discovered that more than a quarter of the patients were also...
Knowing how often mentally disturbed people commit suicide and get into accidents, the high mortality rate comes as no surprise. But that's not even all the risk mentally ill people face. New research shows that type 2 diabetes is more prevalent among peo
Interestingly, about half of the patients who suffer heart failure would develop depression over time. In that case, administering depression care alongside heart disease management can prove most helpful for such patients
Meditation isn't inherently a religious practice. Meditation is a way of using mindfulness techniques to focus your mind and body -- to redirect your thoughts. Consequently, meditation is significantly helpful in reducing stress and maintaining concentr...
Fortunately, scientists have found that adjusting fatty acid intake can help people with bipolar disorder manage their mood variability better.
A person with bipolar disorder (BD) can get bursts of energy and overwhelming joy at this moment and fall into a huge bout of depression soon after. However, the experience is unique to every individual...
Young people use social media to reach out to friends, make new ones, get updated on social events, entertainment, and while away time. But it's long been assumed that social media is generally harmful to teen mental health. Is that entirely true?
We have always known that a sedentary lifestyle leads to poor physical health. But specific data regarding how it affects mental health wasn't available. Now it is.
While we may think that bullying starts and ends in childhood, it's not always so. The physical pains may go away, but not the psychological effect.
A college study was done where 199 students rated their results after enjoying leisure activities. It was determined by the results found after they measured the level of their happiness, anxiety, depression, and stress. They agreed that they were much hap
With several studies going on, it will be easy to determine how ketamine affects people with depression and stress. The research carried out will make sure that the anesthetic can be used to lower stress levels so that it can be used to treat people with m
Conclusion, The best way to avoid post-pandemic stress disorder is to address the issues that you went through in that season. See a therapist, talk to someone, whatever way you can to process the problem. Do it and save yourself and your loved ones.
Conclusion: We need to take good care of our mental health. You can exercise, join yoga, draw, dance, be artistic, learn a new skill that you have intended to. Just go the extra mile to ensure that you are way ahead of your stress.
Our mental health affects how we feel and how we live our lives. We don't have to apologize for mental illness.
The oft-heard adage is true: Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. With time and help, everyone can feel better.
It’s true that there have always been countless distractions around us, but smart phones have taken that to a new level. A 2016 study showed the effects of continuous interruption on infants.
According to some research, strong religious beliefs coupled with a positive relationship with a higher power are connected to lower levels of disordered eating and body image concern. 
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, isn't about brain wiring--it's how the brain fires. Here's some new info we're learning!
Depression tends to worsen with age. Now, during isolation and COVID-19, it is even more important to help our elderly maintain their mental health.
Scientists are looking into regulating glutamate--a neurotransmitter--to attack OCD symptoms in patients, and the research is beginning to come in.
For decades, mental health professionals have heavily emphasized medication in the fight against schizophrenia symptoms. A groundbreaking new study says we should turn that approach around: Focusing more on therapy than on medication yields better results.
When it comes to sleep, it looks like alcohol has an effect opposite the one many think it has. It turns out that not only is a nightcap a bad way to send you off to bed, your drinking habits overall could be affecting the way you sleep.
I specialize in treating Bipolar disorder, which affects about 1 percent of people across all nations and cultures.
If there’s not enough serotonin in your brain, you learn, you’re more likely to be depressed. But there are still so many unknowns in depression treatment, even today!