Epigenetic research links genetics and environment to mental disorders
Mental disorders, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and bipolar disorder, can strongly affect daily life. They are usually…
Trip to recovery: How psychedelics could revolutionise mental health care
Picture this: You walk into a small, dimly lit room and lay on a bed beside a clinician.…
A reassuring voice for mental health falls silent
Thane: For thousands of patients across Maharashtra, Dr Anand Nadkarni was not merely a psychiatrist but a reassuring…
A brain-based approach may improve smoking cessation treatment success
For many people who smoke, quitting is not just a matter of willpower. It is a tug-of-war in…
Psychiatrist Says There’s One Blunt Truth About Mental Health He Wishes He Could Tell Every Patient
Psychiatrist Dr. Richard Wadsworth uses his presence on TikTok to offer guidance on the intersection of physical and…
Antibiotic minocycline shows potential for treating panic disorder symptoms
A study supported by FAPESP shows that small doses of the antibiotic minocycline may help treat panic disorder.…
Chinese scientists delve into gut microbiome health impacts on psychiatric disorders
Chinese researchers are investigating how interactions between the brain and gut microbiome contribute to psychiatric disorders. Comprising scientists…
Teen cannabis use alters brain development and raises addiction risk
A sweeping review of over 8,000 participants reveals how cannabis use during the teenage years may reshape the…
Stanford research shows group brain scan averages hide unique individual activity
Studying cognition by averaging data from many people’s brain scans hides how individuals use their brains, new Stanford…
Brain-Gut Health Initiative supports AI-assisted diagnosis of psychiatric disorders
Psychiatric disorders affect millions worldwide, but their diagnosis still relies on clinical observation instead of standard biological tests.…
Calcium signals in microglia drive anxiety and compulsive behaviors
Researchers had previously discovered a population of immune cells within the brain that can act as accelerators and…
Australian women have overtaken men in prescribing rates for ADHD medication
Amber Davis speaks through tears as she describes the overwhelming emotion of being diagnosed with ADHD as an…