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Children with mental health conditions more likely to claim benefits as adults, research indicates
The link between childhood mental illness, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and adverse economic outcomes in adulthood is more prevalent and stronger than previously thought, according to research from the ...
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Risk of early death 60% higher in people with bipolar II disorder, population-based study reveals
Scientists have found that teenagers and adults living with bipolar disorder face a higher risk of early death compared to people of the same age and sex who do not have the condition. In a recent large population-based study ...
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A new algorithm can spot who may be headed for self-harm before warning signs become obvious
Depression, one of the most widespread mental health disorders, is characterized by a persistent low mood and a loss of interest in everyday activities, along with possible sleep disruptions and/or changes in appetite. Some ...
AI tool may spot ADHD years before children are diagnosed
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects millions of children, yet many go years without a diagnosis, missing the chance for early support that can change long-term outcomes even when early signs are present. ...
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Memory breaks old divide as brains track details and patterns simultaneously
Our memory records details and detects patterns in everyday life—often without us even realizing it. Researchers at Lund University have for the first time succeeded in showing that the brain does both these things simultaneously ...
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How a mental health strategy helps young adults navigate cancer diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis can upend any life. For young adults already navigating a step into independence, it can be especially distressing, but there are few evidence-based interventions to help this age group problem-solve and ...
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Gambling ads on social media reach more than twice as many men as women, finds study
Gambling companies are reaching young men—the group most likely to exhibit problem gambling behavior—on social media at more than double the rate of women, a study has found.
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How virtual reality therapy could change the way mental disorders are treated
Imagine a therapy session in which the patient doesn't just talk about their fear, but actually experiences it—standing on stage in front of an audience, sitting on an airplane, or entering a crowded room. This happens not ...
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AI-induced psychosis—why we can't even begin to understand what's happening
John Torous specializes in treating psychosis. So when he started reading about AI psychosis in the news, he expected to see a wave of patients in his clinic. But the wave never came.
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How to model good eating and body image habits for your kids
Raising children to have a good relationship with food and their bodies is one of the best ways to promote good self-esteem and protect them from developing disordered eating. But this can be tricky if you struggle with eating ...
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TBI survivors turn to psychedelics for symptom relief
A new study from the University of Victoria (UVic) has identified a segment of traumatic brain injury survivors who are using psychedelics to self-medicate for cognitive, mood and somatic symptoms such as headaches. In a ...
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Road infrastructure and traffic can affect community members' mental health
While research has shown a link between traffic-related exposures such as air pollution and noise and adverse mental health outcomes, few studies have looked at the role of road infrastructure itself in isolating communities ...
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Detailed wastewater study shows how illicit drug use changes due to major public events and police seizures in England
A year-long analysis of England's wastewater shows how recreational drug use spiked with major sporting and music events, heat waves and bank holidays, with widespread drops in usage linked to major drug seizures by police. ...
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Headspace: Can our brains get full?
My husband was recently describing something that happened on a past holiday. It wasn't a significant event, but it sounded pleasant. I, however, had no recollection of what he was telling me. He couldn't quite believe it.
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You can't hear it, yet this sound may explain paranormal experiences
Infrasound is very low-frequency sound, below 20 Hertz (Hz), which humans typically can't hear. It can come from natural sources like storms, or from anthropogenic sources like traffic. Some animals use it to communicate, ...
Apr 27, 2026
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Not all Alzheimer's leads to dementia: The mystery of cognitive resilience
Some brains resist Alzheimer's, even when the disease is already present. Researchers at the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience have found that this likely depends on how specific brain cells, known as immature neurons, ...
Apr 27, 2026
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Say Cheese3D: A new model can help track facial expressions
Love, pain, joy, fear, desire: the full spectrum of emotion resides in facial expression. We grasp this almost intuitively. However, we still lack a quantifiable understanding of the nuanced relationship between the face ...
Apr 27, 2026
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Who do tipsters really work for? Following tipsters on social media linked to higher gambling risk in adolescents
Following tipsters—social media figures who share betting predictions—is associated with higher gambling risk among adolescents, according to a study co-led by Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) and the University ...
Apr 27, 2026
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How the brain replays past emotional experiences during sleep
For decades, neuroscientists have been trying to uncover the neural processes that allow humans and various other animals to recall emotional experiences of past events. Past studies have identified a network of brain regions ...
How creative therapy may help rewire the ADHD brain
How can ADHD be both a source of daily struggle for millions and a common trait among highly accomplished artists and innovators like Justin Timberlake and Simone Biles? The science behind this paradox is the focus of new ...
Apr 26, 2026
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Poorer areas see more child mental health referrals rejected, analysis reveals
Children and young people from deprived areas with mental health conditions are less likely to access mental health services, according to a new study led by experts from the University of Nottingham.
Apr 26, 2026
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Depression treatment is shifting, and this mushroom-derived compound is driving one of psychiatry's biggest new tests
Depression is a debilitating mental health disorder that is estimated to affect approximately 5% of people worldwide. It is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness, a lack of interest in everyday ...
After assault, OCD risk rises fastest in first year, pointing to a critical care window
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by recurring intrusive thoughts (i.e., obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (i.e., compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety. This disorder is estimated ...
Pregnancy condition sparks hidden blame, silent fear and lasting fallout for thousands of women
More than half of women with gestational diabetes are being subjected to "dangerous" stigma, taking a significant toll on their well-being. The new research led by King's College London and University College Cork has revealed ...
Apr 25, 2026
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Placebo effect can work as well as real medicine, but your body may need permission to use it
The first time the placebo effect really got under my skin was when I read that roughly one-third of people with irritable bowel syndrome improve on placebo treatments alone. Usually this statistic is presented as a fascinating ...
Apr 25, 2026
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