Genetics

Genes may predict suicide risk in depression

Depression in young adulthood has a stronger hereditary component and is associated with a higher risk of suicide attempts than depression that begins later in life, according to a new study published in Nature Genetics by ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Youth mental health often unrecognized in health care

Children and young people with high levels of mental health needs are struggling to receive the help they need, or to have their difficulties recognized, according to a newly published report.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Why do some people with depression struggle to get better?

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions, and some people recover with medications or therapies. However, for some individuals, treatment does not work, even after several attempts. This harder-to-treat ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Emetophobia: What it's like to have a fear of vomiting

It's safe to say nobody likes vomiting. But while it's not a pleasant experience by any means, few of us really give much thought to it—except maybe when we've had a few too many drinks or when stomach flu is doing the ...

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