Child maltreatment leaves measurable biological scars on children’s DNA
Child maltreatment, which includes abuse and neglect, is one of the most serious public health concerns worldwide. These…
Global drug addiction mortality rates double despite fewer new cases
Despite fewer new addiction cases worldwide, a sweeping analysis finds drug-related deaths surging, exposing critical failures in global…
Pioneering personalized medicine by deciphering depression’s complex biological web
In a compelling Genomic Press Interview published today in Genomic Psychiatry, Dr. Najaf Amin unveils transformative insights that…
New insights into MDMA therapy for PTSD and beyond
A comprehensive peer-reviewed invited review published today in Psychedelics by Dr. Kenji Hashimoto and colleagues (Dr. Mingming Zhao…
New insights can reshape psychiatric practice across continents
In a compelling Genomic Press Interview published today in Genomic Psychiatry, Dr. Bruce M. Cohen discusses results and…
Women with ADHD face delayed diagnosis and greater challenges
Scientists have found that ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) in women is diagnosed approximately 5 years later than in men,…
Cops on ketamine? Largely unregulated mental health treatment faces hurdles
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide &…
Drinking soft drinks may fuel depression by altering gut bacteria
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between everyday soft drink habits and mental health, revealing that even moderate…
Quitting smoking after cancer diagnosis significantly extends survival
Around 25% of people with cancer in the U.S. are active smokers when they are diagnosed, and studies…
Associations between internet use, social participation, and cognitive function among middle-aged and older adults
Study population Our sample was drawn from five nationally representative databases of middle-aged and older adults, including China…
‘The inaction was harrowing to witness’: Psychiatrist Dr Pramudie Gunaratne on battling the NSW Government
A letter by 15 clinical directors of NSW public mental health services, sent in late 2023, did not…
New Study Reveals Genetic, Psychiatric, and Environmental Factors Contributing to Alcohol Use Disorder < Yale School of Medicine
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a major global public health challenge, contributing to significant illness, social harm, and…