People who have been evicted from their home are four times more likely than average to commit suicide, according to…
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Barring ‘suicide hotspots’ cuts number who take their own life
Installing barriers, safety nets and other restrictions at notorious suicide hotspots like bridges, cliffs and railways could cut the number…
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Mental health suffers most in major nuclear accidents, studies find
People caught up in a nuclear disaster are more likely to suffer severe psychological disorders such as depression and post-traumatic…
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The 5 best pets for your health
Our pets aren’t just our best friends; they’re members of the family. While their companionship can bring us so much…
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Signs of postpartum depression may appear months after initial screening
Screening women for symptoms of depression shortly after giving birth may fail to identify those at high risk to develop…
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New approach in treating depression tries training the brain
Should depression be treated more like a stroke? That’s the view of a growing number of researchers developing new psychological…
Read More‘Stranger danger’ makes people less empathetic
Being around strangers can cause people stress and, in turn, make them less able to feel others’ pain, new research…
Read MoreScientists turn to ‘brain pacemakers’ in fight against Alzheimer’s
WASHINGTON – It has the makings of a science fiction movie: Zap someone’s brain with mild jolts of electricity to…
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Saving our soldiers: New technology matches heroes suffering from psychiatric disorders with proper treatment
It’s like Match.com for soldiers returning home from war. But instead of pairing them with a mate, new technology called…
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Not my kid: Most parents unaware teen is using study drugs
Many parents are not aware that their teenage children abuse “study drugs,” a new poll suggests. In the poll, just…
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