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In his new book The Brain Cliff, Dr Norman Swan outlines the science of brain ageing and strategies for staving off cognitive declineYou write that instead of fearing cognitive decline, “changing the way you think about…
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified a key brain signaling pathway that appears to drive the substantial weight gain often associated with clozapine, a widely used ...
Clancy, who killed her three children, challenges our ideas about who could experience psychosis and what it looks like.
A massive genetic study found more than 1,000 DNA differences linked to human personality, revealing how genes help shape the Big Five traits.
Being hurt is real. Staying stuck in the role of victim is a choice we can unlearn. Read my post to learn how to exchange feelings of victimization for true empowerment.
We asked readers to share stories about a moment of kindness involving a stranger. Here are some of their heartwarming anecdotes.
Eating disorders and obesity have traditionally developed as separate fields, but closer dialogue could improve assessment, treatment, and research.
Artificial intelligence companions that mimic emotional intelligence can improve a user’s personal mental health but may simultaneously damage their real-world relationships. These divergent effects ...
About one in six people may experience symptoms caused by stopping antidepressants, according to a large review of earlier research. The findings give patients and doctors a clearer picture of how ...
Three children must remain at the center of the Lindsay Clancy case: Cora Clancy, 5; Dawson Clancy, 3; and Callan Clancy, 8 months old .
AUTUMN is creeping in, and cooler nights make for better sleep, yet many of us will still suffer. Insomnia is a sleep disorder in its own right, but frequent wakings can be driven by an underlying ...
From a 30-minute morning walk to an early dinner, Dr Jay Amin shares the simple habits that could help lower the risk of cognitive decline ...
A six-year Japanese study of 10,978 adults aged 65 and above found that those who cooked at home at least once a week had a lower risk of dementia requiring long-term care. The risk was 23% lower ...
Sector has avoided issue because of stigma fears, expert warns ahead of closure of Nottingham attacks inquiry Mental health organisations have “failed to acknowledge” the risk of violence from a minority of people with…
CHENNAI: A study of women experiencing domestic violence in Choolai has found that nearly three-fourths recorded high psychological distress, despite 80% of the ...
Spread the loveIt’s a familiar scene: heads bent over glowing screens, thumbs flying across virtual landscapes. For many young people, social media isn’t just a pastime; it’s an integral part of their ...
A new guide has been published to support staff and student mental health at schools and colleges across south-east England. The guidance was developed by researchers at the University of Sussex in ...
Why does dementia damage some parts of the brain more severely than others? Scientists studying dementia with Lewy bodies have found evidence that the answer may lie in a combination of genes, brain ...
MUSCAT, SEPT 5 Early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia can help patients access treatment sooner, maintain ...
(Viktoriya Skorikova/Moment/Getty Images) Parents strive to support their children's physical and mental well-being, whether it's constant cross-town drives to karate, mashing a million peas, or ...
Researchers have identified a specific brain circuit that drives increased alcohol intake following social isolation. The findings provide a biological mechanism for how a negative social environment changes what the…
The Royal United Hospital in Bath has set up swimming sessions for stoma bag users.
Lung cancer is still the top cancer killer. But new developments are shifting what the future might hold for patients, as one man's cancer journey shows.
Healthy middle-aged people deemed to be at higher risk of developing condition among those eligible to participatePeople without memory loss will be offered an experimental Alzheimer’s drug that could stop the…
It was a light bulb moment: If monsoon rains keep kids from safely getting to school, let's create a floating school to pick them up! Bangladesh pioneered the idea. How's it doing?
A large Norwegian study found that students who exercised infrequently were more likely to develop clinically defined depression, anxiety, or another common mental disorder over the following year.
Damage to the ventromedial prefrontal cortex hinders a person's ability to let their mind wander. A new small study suggests this brain region is necessary for generating the internal thoughts and memories that distract…
A discussion of how ADHD can affect attraction and relationships, including hyperfixation, shifting feelings, and the change from novelty to consistency.
New research suggests breathing rhythm influences heart and brain during decisions. Slower breathing with longer exhales increased heart rate variability and brain activity. Participants using this ...
A new study indicates that over half the risk for postpartum psychosis is driven by genetics. The findings provide evidence that the condition is a biological vulnerability rather than just a psychological reaction to…
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