Early-life stress stymies reward circuit in brain

Childhood adversity and stress can disrupt the brain's reward circuit, a study with mice shows.

Pat Harriman-UC Irvine • futurity
March 2, 2023 ~5 min

When does clinical depression become an emergency? 4 questions answered

Sen. John Fetterman’s admission to a hospital for mental health treatment has set off an important national discussion about the need to reduce stigmas around mental illness.

John B. Williamson, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience, University of Florida • conversation
March 1, 2023 ~8 min


Surgical patients addicted to cannabis face greater post-op risks

Researchers found that surgical patients with a diagnosed cannabis use disorder more often required advanced postprocedural health care — such as admission to an intensive care unit — compared to non-users.

Harvard Gazette • harvard
Feb. 27, 2023 ~5 min

People with IBS face higher rates of anxiety, depression

People with irritable bowel syndrome have higher rates of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation.

Eric Slusher-U. Missouri • futurity
Feb. 24, 2023 ~4 min

How to help teen girls’ mental health struggles – 6 research-based strategies for parents, teachers and friends

The mental health of teenagers has grown far worse over the last decade. But a new report shows that, compared with boys, teen girls are disproportionately experiencing sadness and hopelessness.

Meghan K. McCoy, Adjunct Faculty in Psychology and Childhood Studies, Bridgewater State University • conversation
Feb. 23, 2023 ~9 min

Food insecurity can speed older adults’ cognitive decline

Older adults who don't have enough food to eat may experience cognitive decline equivalent to being as much as 4.5 year older.

Zachary Sweger-Penn State • futurity
Feb. 20, 2023 ~4 min

Moms with depression may be slow to respond to kids

Mothers who struggle with depression tend to take longer to respond to their child during back-and-forth dialogue.

Brian Consiglio-Missouri • futurity
Feb. 17, 2023 ~4 min

Use of psychedelics to treat PTSD, OCD, depression and chronic pain – a researcher discusses recent trials, possible risks

The early research suggests the drugs might be effective for some conditions. But scientists have safety concerns.

Jennifer Mitchell, Professor of Neurology, University of California, San Francisco • conversation
Feb. 10, 2023 ~6 min


Depressed young adults face higher heart disease risk

Young adults who feel down or depressed are more likely to develop heart disease, a new study shows.

Caslon Hatch-Johns Hopkins • futurity
Feb. 1, 2023 ~6 min

Drug could counter inflammation linked to depression

A drug that increases dopamine in the brain has potential to reverse the effects of inflammation on brain reward circuitry, depression research finds.

Jennifer Johnson McEwen-Emory • futurity
Jan. 27, 2023 ~5 min

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