April 18, 2022

Brain Scans Spot When Psychosis, Depression Might Worsen

The future of diagnosing and targeting treatments for serious mental health disorders may include MRI brain scans.

April 18, 2022

Exercise Is Powerful Medicine for Depression

By now, most people have heard that exercise is good for their health.

April 18, 2022

How the 'Magic Mushroom' Drug May Tweak the Brain to Ease Depression

Psilocybin — the active component in "magic mushrooms" — may help rewire the brains of people with depression.

March 21, 2022

Millions of Americans Are Taking Risky Opioid/Sedative Combo

Millions of American adults take a potentially deadly duo of prescription opioid painkillers and sedatives at the same time, researchers warn.

March 4, 2022

Racism in Youth Leaves Black Women With Lasting Risk of Depression

Black women who often encountered racism before age 20 have an increased risk of depression, new research shows.

February 23, 2022

Mental Health Woes Can Rise in Year After COVID Recovery

COVID-19 can take a heavy toll on the body, but new research shows that patients are also 60% more likely to suffer lingering mental and emotional woes in the year following their infection.