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Mental health clinical trials in the UK face significant recruitment barriers, with mental health studies comprising just 3.3% of approved interventional medicinal product trials. Challenges include the limited numbers…
Background Epistemic trust describes the capacity to appropriately identify others as reliable and relevant sources of information, an ability closely linked to attachment and social learning. Epistemic disruption can…
A little over 10 years ago, I was grappling with a deep mental health challenge. By the time I’d actually gone to see the ...
People living in rural and remote areas face many barriers when trying to access mental health services. These barriers include a lack of resources, not enough services, difficulty finding and keeping staff, long…
Objectives Bipolar disorder (BD) often begins in adolescence, a period marked by dynamic neurodevelopment. However, the neurobiological basis from genetic risk and subthreshold symptoms to diagnosed BD remains unclear…
Background Currently available cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk prediction tools may underestimate the risk in individuals with schizophrenia. Objective To develop and externally validate 5-year CVD risk prediction…
AI companies are gearing up to follow the social media model of monetizing their platforms through advertising. The danger for consumers with AI goes beyond data privacy to covert manipulation.
Despite longstanding guidelines, many dementia patients are still prescribed brain-altering medications that can raise the risk of falls and confusion. A new study shows that while prescribing has decreased overall…
The directorate of higher education, Haryana, is organising a two-day workshop on student mental health and suicide prevention in ...
Despite slightly decreasing overall rates of suicide in the past several years, suicide continues to be a top cause of death for ...
The accelerating climate crisis is reshaping not only the physical world but also the psychological landscapes in which individuals and communities attempt to live, learn and adapt.1 2 However, a paucity of psychiatric…
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Mental health awareness remains top of mind, as mental illnesses are becoming more common in America.
Specialist lawyer Tim Spencer-Lane sets out how the Mental Health Act 2025 reforms the law on the detention and compulsory ...
Many people with multiple sclerosis struggle with balance and coordination, and this study uncovers a hidden reason why. Researchers found that inflammation in the brain disrupts the energy supply of vital…
When you live with persistent anxiety, it affects more than just how you feel on the inside. It can also strongly influence your ...
Here’s something to consider. You’re scrolling through your feed late at night, seeing another photo of someone’s beach ...
Body image issues are emerging as a major mental health concern in India, affecting teens, young adults, and even older populations.
Deputy Secretary of HHS and Acting CDC Director Jim O'Neill signed a decision memorandum
A massive global genetics study is reshaping how we understand mental illness—and why diagnoses so often pile up. By analyzing genetic data from more than six million people, researchers uncovered deep genetic…
Researchers discovered that clogged brain “drains” show up early in people at risk of Alzheimer’s disease. These blockages, easily seen on standard MRI scans, are tied to toxic protein buildup linked to memory loss and…
Suicide in all age groups has increased dramatically in the last decade. This increase has been especially pronounced among ...
A new study suggests the vagus nerve may be one of the heart’s most important defenders against aging. Researchers found that keeping this nerve connected to the heart helps protect heart cells and maintain strong…
Our culture presents a confusing array of messages about bodies, eating, and health. We see media images that promote unrealistic ...
New research reveals a brighter side of ADHD, showing that adults who recognize and use their strengths feel happier, healthier, and less stressed. People with ADHD were more likely to identify traits like creativity…
For years, Mitul Desai felt that the best way to deal with his little brother's schizophrenia was to avoid talking about it.
AI systems began a major shift in 2025 from content creators and chatbots to agents capable of using other software tools and acting on their own.
To understand this from an expert lens, we reached out to Dr Divya Shree KR, Consultant – Psychiatry, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore ...
Tiny lab-grown brains are offering an unprecedented look at how schizophrenia and bipolar disorder disrupt neural activity. Researchers found distinct electrical firing patterns that could identify these conditions with…
Amid the holiday cheer, many Americans are juggling financial stress or navigating grief, whether from the loss of loved ones ...
Trudging through the snow might not sound like your idea of a good time, but a surprising study suggests you might want to grab ...
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