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The most significant advancements in depression treatment have not occurred since the 1980s. Prozac, the first SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor), marked a pivotal moment when…
This year will be a transformative journey of self-care inspired by the stars. It has been 20 years since I first experienced profound envy witnessing someone’s…
The holiday season is often envisioned as a time of joy, filled with family gatherings, festive lights, and cherished traditions. However, experiences during this period can…
Leading psychologists in the UK have expressed concerns that ChatGPT-5 is providing harmful and ineffective guidance to individuals experiencing mental health crises. A research study from…
Families that garden together have more diverse microbiomes Half Point Images/Getty Images New parents often juggle numerous worries like sleep schedules, breastfeeding, and even the color…
Some schools mandate that students store their cell phones in lockers throughout the school day. Robin Utrecht/Shutterstock Concerns about the adverse effects of excessive screen time…
It’s no surprise that stress is a key factor in various health issues, including mental health disorders like anxiety and depression, as well as physical ailments…
A leading expert in AI safety warns that the unanticipated effects of chatbots on mental health serve as a cautionary tale about the existential risks posed…
Scientists have discovered further reasons to embrace nature Colin Anderson/Blend Images LLC/Getty Images It’s well established that “forest bathing” offers numerous psychological benefits, like alleviating stress…
In 2023, a Belgian man tragically took his own life after developing ecological anxiety and spending six weeks feeling reassured by an AI chatbot about the…
A growing number of children are taking breaks from their smartphones to enhance their mental health, personal safety, and focus, according to recent research. Experts emphasize…
I recently explored Footscray, located just outside central Melbourne, and last week, I perceived it in an entirely new way. As a surreal, nightmarish realm, it’s…
A study by The Guardian has revealed that over 50% of the most popular TikTok videos offering mental health advice are misleading.As more individuals seek mental…
Last year presented significant challenges for Acadia Healthcare, one of the nation’s leading providers of mental health services. A New York Times investigation in September revealed…
In In July 2022, Morgan Rose Hart, an aspiring veterinarian with a passion for wildlife, passed away after it was found unresponsive in the Essex mental…
In late February, as the Trump administration stepped up its quest to transform the federal government, the psychiatrist treating veterans was turned to her new workstation,…
“I achieved 40 seconds of uninterrupted concentration.” Apparently, this is cause for celebration. For the past 10 minutes, I've been staring at my phone, trying to…
It’s been said that in times of intense stress or sudden anger, a primitive part of our brain takes control. This irrational aspect of ourselves doesn’t…
IIf you want to witness the last vestiges of human intelligence swirling down the drain, just hold your nose and type these words:Skibidi toilet” to YouTube.…
Teenagers are facing new restrictions on beauty filters on TikTok that are aimed at addressing concerns about increasing anxiety and decreasing self-esteem. In the near future,…
Episodic memory and mental time travel have been considered uniquely human traits. This view has begun to change with the development of behavioral criteria to assess…
ADDICTIVE STOCK CREATIVES/Alamy; AdoBe Stock Kathy Schwartz had been sober for 10 years, but battling cravings was a daily struggle. “They were always in my head,”…
Having a positive mindset can have unexpected results DEEPOL (Plain Picture/photo by Anja Weber Dekker) Do you suffer from low self-esteem? If so, you may have…
Recently, I was walking alone down a quiet, winding road. The road is snowy and slippery, making it difficult to walk. The sun felt warm on…
Imagine waiting for your school exam results or having a dental appointment on the horizon. Many believe that preparing for uncertain outcomes by expecting the worst…
Ketamine administered via IV at New York clinic Victor Llorente/New York Times/Redux/eyevine Prince Harry, who caused an uproar in the press last year, wrote candidly in…
we heard it all. Men's brains are larger and have better spatial awareness. Women's brains are adapted for multitasking and emotional intelligence. Stereotypes about how sex…
The myth that we only use 10 percent of our brains has been completely debunked. Perhaps this idea persists because it is so tempting to believe…
“circleWhat would happen to your hat if I told you that one of the most powerful choices you can make is to ask for help? ''…
Employer-provided benefits initiatives generally do not improve workers’ mental health, but volunteering may be an exception Nuva frame/shutterstock A study of more than 46,000 workers found…
New research reveals important links between nutrition, diabetes, and mental health. Poor dietary choices can put you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes and mental…