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AI chatbots may worsen symptoms in people with psychosis
Conversational AI chatbots are a relatively new technology, but they are now ubiquitous, embedded in everything from customer service platforms to personal productivity tools. Such is their rapid adoption that potential negative ...
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Small deep brain structure may play major role in sustaining working memory, mouse experiments suggest
Reading a sentence, following a conversation, solving a problem or deciding what to do next: all of these rely on working memory. It allows the brain to hold information in mind for a few seconds, even after the stimulus ...
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New zebrafish models could help test treatments for mental health conditions
A humble fish can experience features of mental health conditions such as schizophrenia and autism, raising the possibility that some of our most complex social behaviors may be more deeply encoded in our DNA than previously ...
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How dismissed symptoms can push patients to breaking point
Patients have been left feeling suicidal after feeling like their doctor was saying their symptoms were 'all in their head'—according to research from the University of East Anglia and the University of Cambridge.
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Overwhelmed by parenting? You've got plenty of company
Feeling overwhelmed by the noise and chaos of parenting? You're not alone.
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Tired, irritable and craving carbs? Why darker days affect our bodies and brains
When the clocks go back in October, millions of Britons welcome an extra hour in bed. But by the evening, with darkness arriving before many people finish work, that small luxury may seem a distant memory.
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Exploring how autism reduces sensitivity to feedback on decisions
Some people who have autism spectrum disorder struggle to adapt to changing demands in their environment. In a new study in JNeurosci, researchers discovered this struggle may be because these individuals are less sensitive ...
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Five ways to look after yourself as winter approaches
When the clocks "fall back" in the fall, it signals the start of the winter months. And for many, this time change also signals the start of a difficult period—when the cold weather and long nights wear on their mental health.
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Study outlines comprehensive roadmap for AI in mental health care
Researchers from the Faculty of Social Sciences at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), in collaboration with international experts from the University of Cambridge; the University of California, Berkeley; the National University ...
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Substance use driving increases in emergency department visits, hospitalizations for young mothers
Emergency department (ED) visits for use of substances, especially opioids, amphetamines and cannabis, by mothers with dependent children increased almost 5% a year, in contrast to an increase of almost 2% a year among females ...
Oct 26, 2026
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Can psychedelics soothe an overactive immune system? New meta-analysis investigates
The same substances that can alter perception and shift moods are now drawing scientific interest for their potential therapeutic abilities. Researchers across the globe are investigating whether psychedelics, such as psilocybin ...
Cracking a smile regularly may be good not just for your mood but for your health
Reminding yourself to smile often can not only help you form more friendships but also make you feel better.
Oct 25, 2026
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How psilocybin reshapes brain circuits
A new study led by researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, reveals how psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in "magic mushrooms," reshapes neural connections in the brain.
Oct 23, 2026
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The tendency to imitate others is shared across 22 countries, study finds
People often imitate some of the actions and gestures of others they are observing, without deliberately trying to do so. This tendency, known as automatic imitation, has long been assumed to be universal.
Mindfulness and self-compassion can alleviate premenstrual symptoms
A kind attitude toward oneself and practicing mindfulness can improve functioning in individuals who experience severe premenstrual symptoms, according to a study by psychologists from SWPS University and Jagiellonian University.
Oct 23, 2026
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A third of young adults turn to AI for substance-use information
More than 32% of participants in a Rutgers study reported using ChatGPT and similar chatbots for substance-use information.
Oct 23, 2026
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Mental health disparities persist for LGBTQ+ college students nationwide, largest study of its kind finds
LGBTQ+ college students who experience discrimination are significantly more likely to experience depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts and to avoid needed health care, according to a new national study by Columbia University ...
Oct 23, 2026
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New resources now available to help prevent suicide and self-harm in young people
Ten evidence-based recommendations for schools, youth organizations and local authorities have been published to help prevent suicide and self-harm in young people.
Oct 23, 2026
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Study finds patients experienced rapid weight gain after starting antipsychotic medication
People with severe mental illness experienced more rapid increases in both weight and long-term blood sugar levels during the first three months after starting treatment with antipsychotic medication, according to a study ...
Oct 23, 2026
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Women are more optimistic about aging—until memory problems emerge
A study, published in the Journal of Women & Aging, found memory complaints were linked to negative expectations about aging in people with mild cognitive impairment as well as cognitively healthy adults.
Oct 23, 2026
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Petting your dog may help your body handle the next stressful situation better
Coming home to a four-legged furry friend wagging their tail can ease the stress accumulated throughout the day. Since time immemorial, humans have found comfort in petting their dogs. A large body of research acknowledges ...
Imaging study links several schizophrenia symptoms to a single brain signal
Schizophrenia is often described as a list of separate problems. People may perceive the world differently, act on their surroundings differently or speak in ways that are hard to follow. A new study has found that a single ...
Oct 22, 2026
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Drug-free approach shown to reduce depression relapse among new and expectant moms
A free, online program developed by University of Colorado Boulder researchers has been shown to reduce the risk of depression relapse by double digits among new moms and moms-to-be who have struggled with it before.
Oct 22, 2026
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ADHD medication unlikely to raise risk of self-harm, international study finds
The risk of self-harm among people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is highest before people start ADHD medication, rather than after treatment begins, according to new research led by Aston University ...
Oct 22, 2026
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Beyond the ACE score: A single number may miss the complexity of childhood trauma, study suggests
For years, childhood trauma has often been measured with a simple score. The widely used adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, system assigns points for experiences such as abuse, neglect, parental divorce, substance abuse ...
Oct 22, 2026
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