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Personality data reveal link between neuroticism and lasting pandemic anxiety and depression
An individual's personality, especially how strongly they react to uncertainty, may help indicate how vulnerable they are to prolonged mental distress during a major crisis, according to a new USC-led study.
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Hidden violence: Family members as the main victims of homicides linked to mental disorders
In recent decades, the social and legal perception of people with mental disorders who commit crimes has changed. Initially, people with mental disorders were considered dangerous. However, since the late 20th century, the ...
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Social media provides valued community spaces for autistic young people
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that influences how people communicate and process information. A significant proportion of autistic children do not speak or speak only a few words. Many find it difficult to communicate ...
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Traumatic brain injury can alter the brain's subsequent response to stress, study shows
Researchers from the Department of Cell Biology, Genetics and Physiology at the University of Malaga have led an international scientific team studying how a traumatic brain injury caused by a severe blow to the head affects ...
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Endless video feeds leave users with ADHD struggling to stop, survey finds
Short-form video platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts use an effective tactic to maximize the time their users spend on the platforms: They feed one video after another into an algorithmically generated ...
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Hyponatremia risk may differ across second-generation antipsychotics
Antipsychotics are used to treat schizophrenia, along with bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder. However, these medications can be associated with hyponatremia, a serious reduction in blood sodium levels.
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The importance of peer support following a termination of pregnancy for medical reasons
The first study exploring women's experiences of peer support following a termination for medical reasons (TFMR) highlights the profound isolation, misunderstanding and stigma women experience and the importance of peer support.
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How political upheaval and the pandemic shaped UK mental health
Major societal events such as the Brexit referendum and COVID-19 lockdowns have contributed to a lasting deterioration in mental health in the U.K., a study led by University College London (UCL) researchers finds.
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From 'what's wrong?' to 'what's strong': Exploring the personal strengths of people living with diabetes
More than 1.5 million Australians live with diabetes—a relentless, demanding condition with day-to-day challenges that can affect their emotional well-being. Yet people living with diabetes demonstrate remarkable strengths, ...
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Twin study suggests screen time's link to mental health may be overstated
Shared family factors, such as genes and upbringing, are likely to explain a large part of the link between high screen use and mental health problems in young people. This is according to a new study from Karolinska Institutet ...
Oct 8, 2026
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Fat-storing gene emerges as possible contributor to anorexia risk
A gene primarily active in fat and muscles could make a person more susceptible to anorexia nervosa, a deadly eating disorder with one of the highest mortality rates of any psychiatric disease.
Oct 8, 2026
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Health records link ADHD to more than fourfold higher risk of later cognitive impairment
A new study led by University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers finds that adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face a significantly higher risk of developing dementia or mild cognitive impairment ...
Oct 7, 2026
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One year after taking ibogaine, veterans find continued relief from PTSD
A few years ago, 30 special forces veterans suffering for years with the psychiatric consequences of multiple traumatic brain injuries—including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and anxiety—traveled to Mexico to ...
Oct 7, 2026
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Two medications demonstrated comparable results in treating compulsive sexual behavior disorder
Naltrexone and fluoxetine demonstrated similar results in the treatment of people with compulsive sexual behavior disorder in a new study from Karolinska Institutet. Published in BMJ Mental Health, the study found no clear ...
Oct 7, 2026
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Contrary to fears, psilocybin users with depression continue to seek treatment
In a nationally representative study on psilocybin use and mental health treatment, researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have found that among people with depression, those who use psilocybin ...
Oct 7, 2026
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Mental health, sleep disorders among risk factors for long-term concussion symptoms
A new Curtin University study has found almost half of people who experience a concussion still have problems a year later, while also revealing which factors put patients most at risk of long-term symptoms.
Oct 7, 2026
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Why chronic low back pain feels 'personal'
Low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. For people with chronic low back pain (cLBP) lasting more than 12 weeks, a sudden pain flare triggered by movement ...
Oct 6, 2026
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Early-onset menopause linked to increased symptoms of anxiety and depression
A study by the University of Oulu has found that women who entered menopause earlier than usual reported more symptoms of anxiety and depression than women of the same age who had not yet entered menopause. The work is published ...
Oct 6, 2026
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Childhood abuse leaves a scar on the brain, study finds
Childhood abuse leaves a scar on the brain, a new neuroimaging study led by UCLA psychologists has shown. The researchers found associations between the severity of different maltreatment exposures and cortical thickness, ...
Oct 6, 2026
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Why antidepressants can stop working after initially helping
Antidepressant use continues to rise. In England, 96 million antidepressant prescription items were dispensed to an estimated 9.1 million patients in 2025–2026. These medicines are prescribed for depression and other conditions, ...
Oct 6, 2026
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Before building mental health apps, designers need to understand the problem
When technology designers work on mental health issues that people tend to conceal or struggle to describe, they often end up with elegant solutions that can make problems worse, according to new research from the University ...
Oct 6, 2026
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When war hits the wallet, mental health can suffer too
In the first weeks after the Oct. 7 attack, distress was widespread. But for many, the psychological consequences of the war did not unfold separately from another growing source of pressure: money.
Oct 6, 2026
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Counting to 5 reveals how children's 'inner speech' develops
Even when we are not speaking aloud, we often talk to ourselves in our heads, using language to guide our thoughts and actions. This is known as "inner speech" and is involved in cognitive functions such as attention and ...
Oct 5, 2026
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Focus on social media engagement—not just screen time—essential to help protect mental health
A focus on how we engage with social media—not just how long we spend on it—is key to analyzing the impact on mental health, a new study warns.
Oct 5, 2026
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Muscle dysmorphia symptoms linked with sexual difficulties among boys and young men
Boys and young men who report greater symptoms of muscle dysmorphia may also be more likely to experience a range of sexual difficulties, according to a new study examining the intersection of body image and sexual health.
Oct 5, 2026
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