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A stress-related chemical could initiate symptoms of depression
Depression, one of the most prevalent mental health disorders worldwide, is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, impaired daily functioning and a loss of interest in daily activities, often along with altered ...
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Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio may aid risk stratification in depressive disorder
An elevated neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is significantly associated with increased risk of depressive disorder (DD) and may also correlate with suicide risk among individuals with DD, according to a systematic review ...
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Representative workforce needed to address the US behavioral health crisis
A new paper published in Nature Mental Health argues that the U.S. cannot end its worsening behavioral health crisis without a workforce that reflects the racial, ethnic, lived-experience, linguistic, and geographic diversity ...
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Study underscores role of sleep in reducing toll of social adversity on breast cancer survivors' health
Where someone lives can affect their health. For breast cancer survivors, their neighborhood can influence their recovery from treatment.
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Lonely construction workers at highest risk of suicide
High levels of loneliness among construction workers in Western Australia are the most pertinent factor driving suicidal thoughts and highlights a need to strengthen social connection, according to a new study.
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Anorexia nervosa may result in long-term skeletal muscle impairment
Anorexia nervosa is a psychiatric condition characterized by a fear of weight gain and reduced calorie consumption that can result in dangerous weight loss. This condition is thought to affect around 1–4% of all women, ...
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Schizophrenia-linked genetic variant renders brain receptor unresponsive to both natural and therapeutic compounds
A genetic mutation passed from mother to children in families affected by schizophrenia has now been shown to completely silence a brain receptor that pharmaceutical companies are racing to target with new drugs.
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University seeks veterans to participate in cannabis treatment study
Wayne State University is seeking veterans with post traumatic stress disorder to participate in a study testing the impacts of cannabis use to treat the disorder.
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Smoking-reduction strategies could ease loneliness and social isolation
Health behavior experts have a question: If loneliness results in the same risk of dying early as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day, could the strategies that greatly reduced smoking in the United States a half century ago ...
Jan 5, 2026
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As flu cases surge, why don't more people vaccinate?
Flu infections are rising sharply across the United States, contributing to at least 81,000 hospitalizations and 3,100 deaths so far this season, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As flu outbreaks ...
Jan 5, 2026
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Mental health a popular New Year's resolution, survey finds
More than a third of Americans plan to focus on their mental health as part of their New Year's resolutions, a new survey says.
Jan 5, 2026
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Why nail-biting, procrastination and other self-sabotaging behaviors are rooted in survival instincts
Self-harming and self-sabotaging behaviors, from skin picking to ghosting people, all stem from evolutionary survival mechanisms, according to a compelling new psychological analysis.
Jan 4, 2026
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What color should I repaint my home? Ask a psychologist
I knew there would be an argument. The room had gone eerily quiet. "Isn't it about time," my partner began, "that we freshened this place up a little?"
Jan 2, 2026
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Why procrastination isn't laziness—it's rigid thinking that your brain can unlearn
Most of us have experienced it: a deadline approaches, the task is perfectly doable, yet instead of starting, we suddenly feel compelled to tidy a drawer or reorganize the apps on our phone. Procrastination feels irrational ...
Jan 2, 2026
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Top tips for getting through winter months—and they're not what you think
Winter can feel long. With the buzz of the festive season behind us and spring not yet on the horizon, January and February can be particularly challenging. It's cold outside and daylight is in short supply, but what if, ...
Jan 2, 2026
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Why New Year's resolutions might feel harder this year—and what could help
The start of a new year has long been considered an important moment for personal change. Psychological research shows that calendar landmarks such as birthdays, Mondays or the new year can act as mental reset points, making ...
Jan 2, 2026
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High risk of sleep apnea linked to poorer mental health in adults over 45
Researchers at Ottawa Hospital Research Institute and University of Ottawa found that high risk of obstructive sleep apnea was associated with approximately 40% higher odds of a composite poor mental health outcome at baseline ...
Sulfate and carbon in fine air pollution tied to higher depression risk
Long-term exposure to fine particulate matter like PM2.5 components in polluted air can not only cause respiratory diseases, but also increase the risk of depression in older people, especially in those living with preexisting ...
How to make and keep New Year's resolutions
Most New Year's resolutions collapse before the holiday decorations reach the loft—and it's not that people are lazy or necessarily lack motivation. The issue is that most goals are written in the tone of a stern headteacher, ...
Dec 30, 2025
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What loving-kindness meditation is and how to practice it in the new year
A popular New Year's resolution is to take up meditation—specifically mindfulness meditation. This is a healthy choice.
Dec 30, 2025
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Researchers use virtual reality to reduce anxiety about death
Texas A&M University researchers have found that a brief virtual reality (VR) simulation of a near-death experience can sharply reduce people's anxiety about death. In a small pilot study of about 60 young adults, participants ...
Dec 29, 2025
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How stroke influences speech comprehension
Following a stroke, some people experience a language disorder that hinders their ability to process speech sounds. How do their brains change from stroke?
Dec 29, 2025
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How doubting your doubts may increase your commitment to goals
When it comes to our most important long-term goals in life, it is not uncommon to face obstacles that may lead us to doubt whether we can achieve our ambitions.
Dec 29, 2025
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Why do we blush? Turning red may have surprising social benefits
We've all had the feeling. You're embarrassed and then there it is: a warm flush creeping up your neck and across your cheeks. The more you think about it, the hotter and redder you get. If someone asks "are you blushing?" ...
Dec 29, 2025
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Biophobia: Why some people hate nature—and what you can do about it
We're constantly told that spending time in nature is good for the body and the mind alike. A large body of research shows multiple health benefits from contact with nature, ranging from stress reduction to an improved immune ...
Dec 29, 2025
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