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Brain scans reveal link between thinner brain cortex regions and higher psychopathic traits
A team of researchers from Spain was curious to know if people with high psychopathic traits have anomalies in the brain's physical structures, which make them incapable of feeling regret or capable of manipulation and other ...
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Links between brain regions could predict the efficacy of antidepressants
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a severe form of depression characterized by a persistent low mood, hopelessness, disruptions in sleep and/or eating habits, as well as a loss of motivation and interest in daily activities. ...
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Remote ketogenic therapy linked to 62% lower depression scores in 12 weeks
A new study is offering a potential lifeline for the estimated 1.7 million people currently on mental health waiting lists in the UK, suggesting that a remotely delivered, group-based Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy (KMT) program ...
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Higher buprenorphine doses help patients stay in opioid use disorder treatment, new study finds
Patients who are prescribed higher daily doses of the medication buprenorphine for opioid use disorder are significantly more likely to stay in treatment. Those on 17 to 24 milligrams averaged 190 days in care compared to ...
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ADHD, social confidence and risk of alcohol problems
Young adults with ADHD who are less confident in social situations may be more likely to use alcohol as a coping mechanism, which puts them at higher risk for problem drinking. This was one of the findings of a study exploring ...
15 hours ago
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How psychedelics push your brain to dream while awake: New study
A new study in mice suggests psychedelics make the brain more likely to "see" images from memory rather than what's actually in front of it.
Mar 14, 2026
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Helping researchers 'BRIDGE' language barriers to assess caregiver-child bonds
For decades, language barriers have hindered researchers' ability to assess child-caregiver relationships in refugee populations—an important component in designing and implementing interventions that promote the healthy ...
Mar 14, 2026
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Abuse, loneliness and financial strain in later life linked to poorer health
Experiencing abuse at any age can have devastating consequences for physical and mental health. But our new report suggests that what may happen to people in later life—including abuse, poverty and social isolation—plays ...
Mar 14, 2026
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Seven different types of tension help characterize mental disorders
Hyperarousal plays an important role in mental disorders. It influences the severity of insomnia, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and ADHD. Yet it is striking that researchers do not always mean ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Why you miss the warning signs: The thinking style that can amplify surprises
Surprise parties. Marriage proposals. Sports upsets. Bank collapses. Military sneak attacks. Why do some unexpected events catch us completely off guard while others don't? For years, political scientists, security analysts, ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Stress rewires brain control networks, boosting pain tolerance in ice test
Stress resilience isn't a flatline. It's a flex, according to new research from Florida International University. Marcelo Bigliassi, assistant professor of psychophysiology, and Ph.D. student Dayanne Antonio thrive in creating ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Global task force agrees on key biological markers for anorexia
The World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry (WFSBP) has reached consensus on candidate biomarkers for anorexia nervosa and published a statement. Lead author on the consensus statement, published in The World ...
Mar 13, 2026
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New framework ensuring ethical and fair use of AI in health care
Huntsman Mental Health Institute today announced the publication of a pioneering framework designed to ensure artificial intelligence (AI) systems used in health care are developed and deployed ethically, transparently, and ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Machine learning models identify key predictors of driving under the influence of alcohol or cannabis
The frequency of substance use, early age of initiation, and cannabis-related memory impairments are among the primary factors contributing to driving under the influence, according to a new analysis using machine learning. ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Aligning genomic data and clinical health records identifies potential medications for treating alcohol use disorder
A novel approach has identified drugs in current use that could be repurposed for treating alcohol use disorder (AUD). In 2023, 28 million US adults had experienced AUD in the past year. But only three medications are approved ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Excessive smartphone use associated with symptoms of eating disorder and body dissatisfaction in young people
New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London has found that excessive smartphone use is closely associated with disordered eating, including uncontrolled eating ...
Mar 13, 2026
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Do therapies like eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing affect memories of traumatic events?
To recover from abuse or another traumatic experience, some people turn to a therapy called eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing, or EMDR.
Mar 13, 2026
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A single dose of psilocybin is more effective than nicotine patches for quitting smoking, study suggests
A new study, published in JAMA Network Open, reports the outcome of a clinical trial out of Johns Hopkins University assessing the effectiveness of psilocybin as a treatment for smokers attempting to quit. The trial compared ...
Calcium signaling channels regulate neuroinflammation and motivation, research reveals
Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered how calcium signaling channels in microglia—the primary immune cells of the brain—regulate neuroinflammation and promote the development of behaviors associated with affective ...
Mar 12, 2026
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In a hyperconnected world, shared expectations can shape how negative experiences feel
Imagine waiting in line for a shot when someone who just got one tells you it was really painful. Could hearing that make the shot hurt more? According to a new Dartmouth study, what others say about an experience can shape ...
Mar 12, 2026
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AI-driven tool significantly personalizes antidepressant treatment, international trial finds
An AI-driven tool that tailors antidepressant treatment to individual patients was shown to improve outcomes for people with depression, compared to standard treatment, in a major international trial. It is the first time ...
Mar 12, 2026
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Spousal loss linked to higher risk of dementia and mortality among men, but not women
The loss of a spouse is an incredibly emotional and stressful experience, and as populations continue to live longer lives, more couples will experience this distress. But spousal bereavement appears to affect genders differently, ...
Mar 12, 2026
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Psychiatric self-admission may cut stress and reduce emergency visits, study suggests
Patients with experience of self-admission describe increased autonomy, improved conditions for recovery and reduced strain in relationships with relatives. They also report that access to self-admission provides a greater ...
Mar 12, 2026
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Why hot, polluted weeks may be a critical window for suicide prevention
Suicide rates in the U.S. have been steadily rising since the late 1990s, leading to an urgent need to understand what's putting people at risk. Risk factors include high air pollution and hot temperatures, which have each ...
Mar 12, 2026
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Study shows link between ADHD and mental ill health in teens
Scientists have shed light on some reasons why young people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder—known as ADHD—are prone to anxiety and depression. Young people with ADHD symptoms are more likely to experience ...
Mar 12, 2026
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