Are too many Americans taking antidepressants?
Drugs for treating depression are among the most prescribed categories of medications in the U.S.—1 in 6 American adults take them.
Sep 10, 2026
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Chemical Actions and Uses: News and Research on Neurotransmitter Agents
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What is a thought made of? Scientists look beyond neurons—and raise new questions about AI
A familiar song can bring back a memory from decades ago. A particular smell can recall a person or place. And a frightening memory can trigger a simultaneous emotional and physical response almost instantly. Computers, too, ...
Aug 18, 2026
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Unmedicated women with depression do not tolerate heat as well as those on SSRIs
Media stories, social media posts and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have asserted that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)—a class of medication commonly used to treat mental health conditions ...
Jul 9, 2026
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Commonly used drugs show small benefit for long COVID fatigue
Over-the-counter antihistamines and a prescription anti-inflammatory drug both have a small benefit in reducing long COVID fatigue among people receiving care from specialist long COVID clinics, according to new findings ...
Jul 8, 2026
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Blind boxes are a game of chance: How to keep kids from getting hooked
Labubus, "dumpling squishies" and Lego minifigures are examples of small collectible toys sold in "blind boxes."
Jul 3, 2026
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Large MRI analysis uncovers brain-region thinning tied to depression
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a psychiatric condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, a loss of interest in everyday activities, altered sleeping and/or eating patterns, low energy, and difficulty concentrating ...
Restless legs syndrome—zebrafish reveal a cerebellar connection
An irresistible urge to move the legs or other areas, often accompanied by unpleasant sensations at night or during rest: Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) affects millions of people worldwide. Despite being one of the most common ...
Jun 18, 2026
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How do beta blocker heart drugs actually work for anxiety?
A reality TV star's claim that a beta blocker dulled their emotions and made them appear calm on camera has sparked a wave of social media commentary.
Jun 17, 2026
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Mapping brain network changes linked to bipolar disorder severity and treatment
New research from the Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute (Stevens INI) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC has discovered subtle but widespread differences in the brain's communication networks ...
Jun 9, 2026
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Hay fever, antihistamines and the evidence on dementia risk
For millions of people around the world, pollen season means weeks of sneezing, itchy eyes, and a blocked or runny nose. The timing varies depending on where you live and which plants are in flower, but grass pollen is one ...
Jun 8, 2026
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