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Only 7 out of 100 people receive effective treatment for mental health or substance-use disorders, large study finds

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Published: February 5, 2025 11:00

New research published in JAMA Psychiatry estimates that globally, only 6.9% of people with mental health or substance-use disorders receive effective treatment for their disorders.

Commuter students' mental health tied to increased vehicle crash likelihood

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Published: February 5, 2025 10:13

Young adults are a higher risk group for being in a crash while driving due likely to inexperience with driving, driving under the influence, and a greater propensity to take risks while driving. Although research has explored sociodemographic links of…

Could lycopene—a plant extract—be an effective antidepressant?

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Published: February 5, 2025 10:10

Emerging evidence suggests that lycopene—a natural plant extract—may have antidepressant properties. New research published in Food Science & Nutrition reveals the mechanisms behind its antidepressant effects.

States aim to end stigma of doctors seeking mental health care

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Published: February 5, 2025 10:09

Medical doctors face higher rates of burnout and depression, and are twice as likely to die by suicide compared with the general population. The risks were magnified during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gray matter study uncovers two neuroanatomically different OCD subtypes

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Published: February 5, 2025 07:40

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder associated with persistent, intrusive thoughts (i.e., obsessions), accompanied by repetitive behaviors (i.e., compulsions) aimed at reducing the anxiety arising from obsessions. Past studies…

Generally, things really do seem better in the morning, large study suggests

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Published: February 4, 2025 18:30

Generally, things really do seem better in the morning, with clear differences in self-reported mental health and well-being across the day, suggest the findings of a large study published in the open access journal BMJ Mental Health.

Just a few hours of yoga can greatly reduce stress

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Published: February 4, 2025 14:32

Ten years of research on yoga as a stress-reducing activity provides a clear answer: A little effort offers real health benefits.

Meditation found to induce changes in deep brain areas associated with memory and emotional regulation

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Published: February 4, 2025 14:08

Researchers using intracranial electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings from deep within the brain found that meditation led to changes in activity in the amygdala and hippocampus, key brain regions involved in emotional regulation and memory.

Climate change may contribute to mental disorders

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Published: February 4, 2025 13:27

A growing number of people feel anxious about the consequences of changing climate conditions. We are bombarded with news about floods, melting glaciers and long-term drought. Can fears about the future of the climate lead to the development of symptoms of…

Mental health disparities seen among sexual, gender minority populations

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Published: February 4, 2025 13:20

There are significant mental health disparities between sexual and gender minority (SGM) populations and cisgender heterosexual populations (non-SGM), according to a study published online Jan. 29 in JAMA Network Open.

Features like iPhone's and Facebook's 'Memories' can retraumatize survivors of abuse

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Published: February 4, 2025 12:50

In contemporary digital society, remembering is automated. Social media platforms and smartphones often offer features like iPhone's and Facebook's "Memories" that resurface users' past posts and photographs.

Cases of schizophrenia linked to cannabis use disorder have almost tripled over the past 17 years: Study

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Published: February 4, 2025 11:00

The proportion of new cases of schizophrenia associated with a cannabis use disorder has risen from 4% pre-legalization to 10% after cannabis legalization in Ontario, according to new research.

Automated voice analysis can diagnose multiple mental health disorders in one minute

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Published: February 4, 2025 11:00

It's no secret that there is a mental health crisis in the United States. As of 2021, 8.3% of adults had major depressive disorder (MDD) and 19.1% had anxiety disorders (AD), and the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these statistics.

Positive emotions plus deep sleep equals longer-lasting perceptual memories, study shows

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Published: February 4, 2025 10:57

Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science (CBS) have uncovered how perceptual memories linked to positive emotions, such as joy or happiness, are strengthened during sleep. The study, published in Neuron, could help scientists understand the…

Struggling with your mental health after surviving a disaster? Here's how to look after yourself

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Published: February 4, 2025 09:40

There's the initial shock and chaos in a collective disaster like the deadly and destructive California wildfires. What to take and what to leave behind when ordered to evacuate? Will your house still be there?

Mental health support for those affected by Colombia's violent past

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Published: February 4, 2025 09:33

Researchers from the University of Liverpool and the University of Antioquia, Colombia, have piloted a pioneering intervention for communities who have lived through the devastating impacts of a war that has lasted for more than six decades.

Understanding how racial trauma impacts mental health

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Published: February 4, 2025 09:26

In 2022, suicide was the third leading cause of death for Black or African Americans ages 10 to 24. But while Black mental health needs are acute, the percentage of clinical psychologists in the U.S. who are Black is 4%. The dearth of therapists who look…

Adverse childhood experiences in firstborns associated with poor mental health of siblings

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Published: February 3, 2025 18:30

Children are nearly three-quarters (71%) more likely to develop mental health problems between the ages of 5 and 18, if the firstborn child in their family experienced adversity during their first 1,000 days, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

Innovative stress management program helps seniors' emotional health

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Published: February 3, 2025 16:33

A Canadian research team has released the results of a study on stress resilience in seniors. Their findings were published on January 5, 2025 in Frontiers in Psychology. The study involving 170 seniors with an average age of 76 found that O'stress, a…

Study calls for greater awareness of risks and benefits of meditation

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Published: February 3, 2025 15:45

People who meditate have unexpected or difficult experiences more commonly than previously thought, a new study has found, highlighting the need for a more nuanced understanding of meditation's effects.

The lasting impact of PTSD on Vietnam veterans: Research links combat to chronic conditions more than 50 years later

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Published: February 3, 2025 15:44

Two major new studies from the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health reveal that veterans of the Vietnam War continue to face significant psychological and physical health challenges decades after their combat experience. The research, one of…

Optimizing ADHD treatment: Revealing key components of cognitive–behavioral therapy

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Published: February 3, 2025 15:11

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a well-known neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the brain's ability to regulate attention and control impulses. It poses many challenges to those affected, typically making it difficult for them to…

Large decrease seen in antidepressant use during pregnancy

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Published: February 3, 2025 14:40

There has been a large decrease in antidepressant use during pregnancy and no corresponding increase in psychotherapy claims, according to a research letter published online Jan. 30 in JAMA Network Open.

Sexual pleasure in teens: Yes, gender matters

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Published: February 3, 2025 14:36

Among cisgender Quebec teenagers—that is, those whose gender identity matches their sex assigned at birth—girls are significantly less likely than boys to achieve orgasm, either through masturbation or with a partner.

How to set healthy boundaries

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Published: February 3, 2025 13:30

Setting our boundaries can sometimes be tough. Maybe you're living with someone who's always in your space. Or you've got that friend who feels a little too comfortable trauma-dumping on you. Maybe you feel your spouse isn't respecting your choices.

How to argue without falling out—an expert guide

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Published: February 3, 2025 13:10

To disagree is an inescapable part of being human. We simply are not all the same. But whereas a small disagreement may remain amiable, particularly over text or online where we can edit our responses, a face-to-face row over a sensitive topic can develop…

Dating apps could have negative effects on body image and mental health, our research shows

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Published: February 3, 2025 13:00

Around 350 million people globally use dating apps, and they amass an estimated annual revenue of more than US$5 billion. In Australia, 49% of adults report using at least one online dating app or website, with a further 27% having done so in the past.

When using music to alleviate pain, tempo matters

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Published: February 3, 2025 12:08

Music has the best chance of providing pain relief when it is played at our natural rhythm, a McGill University research team has discovered.

Montana eyes $30M revamp of mental health, developmental disability facilities

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Published: February 3, 2025 09:24

As part of a proposed revamping of the state's behavioral health system, Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte's administration is looking into moving a facility for people with developmental disabilities, beefing up renovations at the Montana State Hospital, and…

Does drinking alcohol really take away the blues? It's not what you think

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Published: February 1, 2025 00:00

A new study from the University of Chicago Medicine reveals that people with alcohol use disorder (AUD) and depression experience high levels of stimulation and pleasure when intoxicated, similar to drinkers who do not have depression.

Temperature exposure linked to adolescent psychiatric symptoms

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Published: January 31, 2025 12:10

Exposure to cold in the Netherlands and to heat in Spain appears to be associated with more psychiatric symptoms among adolescents, according to a study published online Jan. 28 in JAMA Network Open.

Low-dose oral ketamine shows promise in treating PTSD symptoms

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Published: January 30, 2025 16:30

A new study has found small amounts of liquid ketamine administered in a clinical setting can significantly reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, with fewer side effects.

Brain-imaging experiments reveal how we process expectations about actions of others when making decisions

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Published: January 30, 2025 15:33

In the well-known thought experiment known as the prisoner's dilemma, one individual has to decide whether to stay silent or talk to the police about their crime based on how they anticipate an accomplice will react. RIKEN researchers have gained insights…

Study reveals mental health toll of underemployment among skilled immigrants

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Published: January 30, 2025 15:30

Skilled immigrants working in jobs they're vastly overqualified for face significant mental health challenges including a loss of skills and professional identity, a new study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry shows.

How do workers cope in no-win situations? Midwives found out the hard way during the pandemic

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Published: January 30, 2025 13:10

During the pandemic, midwives faced what researchers call a "pragmatic paradox"—a situation where contradictory demands are imposed on individuals who can neither refuse nor fulfill the demands.

How can you tell if your child is ready for a smartphone? What are the alternatives?

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Published: January 30, 2025 12:44

The start of the school year means some parents will be asking a big question: is it time for a child's first phone?

Exploring group dynamics in psychedelic therapy

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Published: January 30, 2025 12:40

SUNY Poly Assistant Professor of Community and Behavioral Health and Sociology Dr. Jarrett Rose has published a study titled, "From Isolation to Social (and Psychedelic) Integration: A Sociology of Collective Effervescence and Therapeutic Community in…

Study confirms link between mental health and psychological resilience in older women post-hip fracture

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Published: January 30, 2025 12:22

New research to identify factors associated with improved outcomes for older adults recovering from hip fractures found a connection with mental health and psychological resilience. Published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, the "Better mental…

Virtual breathing coach as effective as a human trainer, study shows

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Published: January 30, 2025 10:56

A study by Aston University researchers suggests that a computer-generated breathing coach could be as effective as sessions with a human trainer.

Research findings may lead to blood test to predict risk of postpartum depression

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Published: January 30, 2025 09:16

Women who go on to develop postpartum depression (PPD) may have characteristic levels of neuroactive steroids, molecules derived from the hormone progesterone, in their blood during the third trimester of pregnancy, according to a study by researchers at…

COVID lockdowns disrupted a crucial social skill among preschoolers, study finds

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Published: January 30, 2025 09:06

Lockdowns. Social distancing. Shuttered schools and businesses. The COVID-19 pandemic and its sweeping disruptions set off a stampede of "what it's doing to us" research, focused largely on schoolchildren. How were students' academics affected? Their…

How Texas students are prioritizing mental health amid rise in youth suicides

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Published: January 30, 2025 09:00

When Grant Bomersbach noticed a friend at school had suddenly lost interest in his beloved extracurricular sport, Bomersbach decided to check in. His friend shared that he had been dealing with family and health issues at home.

Ethical strategies for managing challenging plastic surgeon–patient relationships

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Published: January 30, 2025 04:34

Plastic surgeons sometimes face challenging relationships with patients, especially those with underlying psychiatric issues. An ethical framework for managing untenable surgeon-patient relationships is presented in a special Plastic Surgery Focus article…

Review confirms that antidepressants reduce anxiety, but long-term impact remains unclear

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Published: January 29, 2025 20:00

A new Cochrane review confirms that antidepressants effectively reduce symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) under trial conditions, although there is limited data on long-term usage. The review was published in Cochrane Database of Systematic…

Childhood trauma strongly linked to mental health problems in Brazilian adolescents

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Published: January 29, 2025 18:30

A new study by a team of researchers from the UK and Brazil has revealed a strong connection between childhood trauma and the development of psychiatric disorders in adolescents living in low-and middle-income countries.

Mental health care clinicians typically ask only certain patients about firearm access, study finds

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Published: January 29, 2025 17:04

Many mental health care clinicians don't ask all of their patients whether they have access to firearms, an important step in firearm injury prevention, according to Rutgers Health researchers.

Mindfulness-based groups tied to significant reduction in opioid craving

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Published: January 29, 2025 16:12

For adults with opioid use disorder (OUD) receiving buprenorphine, a mindfulness-based group is similar to a recovery support group for opioid use, substance use, and reductions in anxiety, but demonstrates a larger reduction in craving, according to a…

Parents with unemployed children show more signs of depression than those with working children

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Published: January 29, 2025 16:00

Can the unemployment of adult children also affect the health of parents? The research "The Impact of Job Insecurity on the Depressive Symptoms of Parents" of the CED-UAB has investigated the topic and confirms that there is an effect on the health of…

Stress during pregnancy could leave traces in placenta that affect baby's development, study suggests

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Published: January 29, 2025 15:41

Maternal stress could leave epigenetic imprints on genes in the placenta associated with cortisol—a necessary hormone for fetal development—and this would affect the baby's development from very early stages, according to a paper published in the journal…

When news is stressful, how do you balance staying informed with 'doomscrolling'?

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Published: January 29, 2025 12:20

It all begins innocently—a late-night peek at your favorite social media site before bed. You catch a headline that grabs your attention with "breaking news" you can't afford to miss.

Launch of 988 crisis hotline sees limited growth in most mental health crisis services

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Published: January 29, 2025 11:00

The launch of the nation's 988 mental health hotline did not coincide with significant and equitable growth in the availability of most crisis services, except for a small increase in peer support services, according to a new RAND study.

How group size affects cooperation: Insights from brain science

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Published: January 29, 2025 10:55

Can bigger groups foster stronger cooperation? New research from the RIKEN Center for Brain Science (CBS), published in Communications Psychology on December 23, challenges conventional wisdom that larger group size reduces cooperation by showing that…

Resilience in Black Americans spans multiple levels of support, data reveal

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Published: January 29, 2025 10:20

In the town that Olutosin Adesogan grew up in, disparities were on full display. On one side of Main Street, a plethora of parks, doctors' offices, grocery stores. On the other, concrete and convenience stores reigned supreme.

Advanced brain circuit-mapping technique reveals new anxiety drug target

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Published: January 29, 2025 08:39

Weill Cornell Medicine investigators have identified in a preclinical model a specific brain circuit whose inhibition appears to reduce anxiety without side effects. Their work suggests a new target for treating anxiety disorders and related conditions and…

Japan sees record number of young suicides

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Published: January 29, 2025 04:24

Japan saw a record number of suicides among school pupils in 2024, health ministry data showed Wednesday.

Empathy for other people's pain peaks in young adulthood, according to psychologists

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Published: January 28, 2025 16:28

Empathy responses to others in pain peak in young adulthood, according to a new study led by the University of Kent's School of Psychology.

Behavioral insomnia therapy rated more effective than sleeping pills

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Published: January 28, 2025 14:28

Instead of reaching for a pill, more people should switch to the recommended "first line" treatment for insomnia—the non-drug option.

AI-based tool uses speech patterns to detect moderate to severe depression

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Published: January 28, 2025 12:49

Depression impacts an estimated 18 million Americans each year, yet depression screening rarely occurs in the outpatient setting. A study appearing in The Annals of Family Medicine evaluated an AI-based machine learning biomarker tool that uses speech…

Virtual reality meditation can alleviate depression and anxiety symptoms

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Published: January 28, 2025 11:57

A new study from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health provides additional evidence that meditation using immersive virtual reality devices provides greater relief from depression and anxiety symptoms than meditation alone.

Standardizing assessments reveals important information about gun and opioid access for veterans at risk of suicide

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Published: January 28, 2025 11:00

Standardizing an assessment process currently used by doctors during care discussions with veterans at risk for suicide in another context could shed more light on the risks related to firearms and opioids.

Is it school reluctance or refusal? How to tell the difference and help your child

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Published: January 28, 2025 11:00

It's back-to-school season around Australia. While many students will be excited to reunite with friends, or have some nerves about the first day, others may feel an overwhelming sense of dread about school.

People with schizophrenia have altered ability to visually perceive contrast, researchers find

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Published: January 28, 2025 10:34

Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder that affects around 1% of the world's population. Researchers at the University of Barcelona have identified a deficit in contrast perception in people with schizophrenia.