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Psilocybin may benefit individuals with cancer and major depression

Results from a phase II clinical trial indicate that psilocybin, a hallucinogenic chemical found in certain mushrooms of the genus Psiloybe, may benefit individuals with cancer and major depression.

18 Dec 2023

Only 1 in 18 people with opioid use disorder get effective treatment after overdose

In the week following any hospital visit for an overdose, only 1 in 18 people with opioid use disorder begin a treatment known to be highly effective in reducing illness and deaths, according to new research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).

18 Dec 2023

‘They see a cash cow’: Corporations could consume $50 billion of opioid settlements

The marketing pitches are bold and arriving fast: Invest opioid settlement dollars in a lasso-like device to help police detain people without Tasers or pepper spray.

18 Dec 2023

In New Year, all immigrants in California may qualify for Medicaid regardless of legal status

Milagro, a Peruvian immigrant in Riverside County, California, has had spotty access to health care in the two decades she's been in this country.

18 Dec 2023

Study highlights link between sleep disturbances and behavioral issues in preschool children

Study reveals a significant association between sleep disturbances and emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBDs) in preschool children, emphasizing the import

17 Dec 2023

Study reveals unexpected role of immune cells in early human lung development

Immune cells play an active and intimate role in directing the growth of human lung tissue during development, researchers find, revolutionizing our understanding of early lung development and the role of immune cells outside of immunity.

15 Dec 2023

Urgent need for action as vaping spreads through social media

A University of Queensland research project will investigate the online influences behind young people taking up vaping, and develop social media content to support them in quitting the habit.

15 Dec 2023

Young mental health sufferers stuck in hospital limbo, study finds

Young people needing beds urgently for their mental health needs are waiting for long periods on acute general hospital wards, before being placed on wards far from where they live, according to a new study.

15 Dec 2023

Researchers reveal a connection between cellular metabolism and depression, suicidal ideation

Major depressive disorder affects 16.1 million adults in the United States and costs $210 billion annually. While the primary symptoms of depression are psychological, scientists and doctors have come to understand that depression is a complex disease with physical effects throughout the body.

15 Dec 2023

Addiction stigma discourages many people from seeking treatment

Addiction is one of society's most misunderstood and rebuked health conditions. That stigma discourages many people from seeking treatment for substance dependence, according to a new report published in Psychological Science in the Public Interest, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science.

15 Dec 2023

One week social media break can boost job satisfaction and mental health, study finds

Are you feeling permanently stressed and overworked? It could be due to your social media consumption. Reducing it by as little as 30 minutes a day makes a difference.

15 Dec 2023

The impact of racism on mental health disparities experienced by Black people in the United States

A series of literature reviews published online December 13 in The Lancet Psychiatry journal highlight the large body of evidence on the role played by racism in mental health disparities experienced by Black people living in the United States.

14 Dec 2023

England's decline in smoking grinds to a halt since the pandemic

A decades-long decline in smoking prevalence in England has nearly ground to a halt since the start of the pandemic, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.

13 Dec 2023

Research shows correlation between neonatal proteins and adult health

Research led by Professor John McGrath from the University of Queensland found that the concentration of the C4 protein, an important part of the immune system, was not associated with risk of mental disorders.

13 Dec 2023

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 may increase depression risk by age 14

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 is linked to increased risk of depression by age 14, finds a new longitudinal study led by UCL researchers.

13 Dec 2023

Interactive screen-based activities impact sleep health of adolescents

While screen time is generally known to affect sleep, new research suggests that interactive engagement, such as texting friends or playing video games, delays and reduces the time spent asleep to a greater extent than passive screen time, like watching television - especially for teens.

13 Dec 2023

Global study reveals link between psychological distress and unhealthy eating in adolescents

Study in Scientific Reports analyzed data from 222,401 adolescents across 61 countries, finding a significant correlation between psychological distress and unhealthy eating habits, with notable differences across sexes and regions.

13 Dec 2023

Deep learning reveals hidden patterns in adolescent mental health

The personal yet global struggle with mental health may be more visible now than ever before. Yet many people still find it difficult to access the support they need. In Japan, suicide is sadly the leading cause of death for young people.

13 Dec 2023

COVID-19 vaccination eased anxiety, insomnia, and depression in Chinese adults, study finds

Study reveals that COVID-19 vaccination significantly reduces the prevalence of anxiety, insomnia, and depression symptoms among Chinese adults, with vaccinated individuals reporting lower severity of these conditions compared to non-vaccinated individuals.

13 Dec 2023

Study cautions against using QbTest as a standalone tool for diagnosing ADHD

A new study cautions against using the QbTest as a standalone diagnostic or screening tool for ADHD.

13 Dec 2023

Mental Health News and Research

Latest Mental Health News and Research

Psilocybin may benefit individuals with cancer and major depression

Only 1 in 18 people with opioid use disorder get effective treatment after overdose

‘They see a cash cow’: Corporations could consume $50 billion of opioid settlements

In New Year, all immigrants in California may qualify for Medicaid regardless of legal status

Study highlights link between sleep disturbances and behavioral issues in preschool children

Study reveals unexpected role of immune cells in early human lung development

Urgent need for action as vaping spreads through social media

Young mental health sufferers stuck in hospital limbo, study finds

Researchers reveal a connection between cellular metabolism and depression, suicidal ideation

Addiction stigma discourages many people from seeking treatment

One week social media break can boost job satisfaction and mental health, study finds

The impact of racism on mental health disparities experienced by Black people in the United States

England's decline in smoking grinds to a halt since the pandemic

Research shows correlation between neonatal proteins and adult health

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 may increase depression risk by age 14

Interactive screen-based activities impact sleep health of adolescents

Global study reveals link between psychological distress and unhealthy eating in adolescents

Deep learning reveals hidden patterns in adolescent mental health

COVID-19 vaccination eased anxiety, insomnia, and depression in Chinese adults, study finds

Study cautions against using QbTest as a standalone tool for diagnosing ADHD

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