Brain cells fine-tuned to disappointment may inspire new therapies for depression and addiction

by Leila Okahata,University of OregonLHbTac1neurons preferentially respond to reward omissions. Credit:Current Biology(2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.cub.2026.04.032University of Oregon neuroscientists have id

Updated on: August 16,2026

Brain cells fine-tuned to disappointment may inspire new therapies for depression and addiction

by Leila Okahata,University of OregonLHbTac1neurons preferentially respond to reward omissions. Credit:Current Biology(2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.cub.2026.04.032University of Oregon neuroscientists have id

Updated on:August 16,2026

Five minutes of prayer reduces pain and anxiety in primary care patients, randomized trial finds

byUniversity of Maryland School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA randomized controlled trial conducted at the University of Maryland School of Medicine has found that a five-minute sessi

Updated on: August 16,2026

Five minutes of prayer reduces pain and anxiety in primary care patients, randomized trial finds

byUniversity of Maryland School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA randomized controlled trial conducted at the University of Maryland School of Medicine has found that a five-minute sessi

Updated on:August 16,2026

Youth-led book on social media and mental health highlights a complex mix of harms and supports

byColumbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthCredit: Viralyft from PexelsA new book titled"SocialsVoice"shines a light on the relationship between social media content and ment

Updated on: August 16,2026

Youth-led book on social media and mental health highlights a complex mix of harms and supports

byColumbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthCredit: Viralyft from PexelsA new book titled"SocialsVoice"shines a light on the relationship between social media content and ment

Updated on:August 16,2026

Later sleep schedules are associated with loneliness and increased anxiety

byAmerican Academy of Sleep MedicineCredit: Wings Panic from PexelsA new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2026 annual meeting found that individuals with an evening chronotype, who prefer to go to s

Updated on: August 15,2026

Later sleep schedules are associated with loneliness and increased anxiety

byAmerican Academy of Sleep MedicineCredit: Wings Panic from PexelsA new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2026 annual meeting found that individuals with an evening chronotype, who prefer to go to s

Updated on:August 15,2026

Rethink long-term antidepressants: Review finds little benefit beyond 12 months

byUniversity of AdelaideCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFresh concerns have been raised over long-term use of antidepressants, with a new summary of evidence revealing limited benefits and higher he

Updated on: August 15,2026

Rethink long-term antidepressants: Review finds little benefit beyond 12 months

byUniversity of AdelaideCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFresh concerns have been raised over long-term use of antidepressants, with a new summary of evidence revealing limited benefits and higher he

Updated on:August 15,2026

Psilocybin linked to reduction in depression

byLancetCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA study of 19 patients with treatment-resistant depression treated with psilocybin in Switzerland found psilocybin was associated with a significant reduction

Updated on: August 14,2026

Psilocybin linked to reduction in depression

byLancetCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA study of 19 patients with treatment-resistant depression treated with psilocybin in Switzerland found psilocybin was associated with a significant reduction

Updated on:August 14,2026

Guilt induction and love withdrawal more likely to trigger depressive symptoms in adolescents

byLingnan UniversityBased on the survey results, the research team divided parenting styles into four distinct categories: "Supportive Profile," "Moderate Mixed Parenting Profile,"

Updated on: August 14,2026

Guilt induction and love withdrawal more likely to trigger depressive symptoms in adolescents

byLingnan UniversityBased on the survey results, the research team divided parenting styles into four distinct categories: "Supportive Profile," "Moderate Mixed Parenting Profile,"

Updated on:August 14,2026

Talking about trauma doesn't always help: Brain scans show one reason why

by James Agathos, Andrea Putica, Trevor Steward,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAfter trauma, some people develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental health condition tha

Updated on: August 14,2026

Talking about trauma doesn't always help: Brain scans show one reason why

by James Agathos, Andrea Putica, Trevor Steward,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAfter trauma, some people develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental health condition tha

Updated on:August 14,2026

Natural birth pressure is harming new mothers' mental health

byUniversity of ReadingCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPressure on women from antenatal classes, social media and health care professionals to have a natural birth is causing lasting psychological h

Updated on: August 13,2026

Natural birth pressure is harming new mothers' mental health

byUniversity of ReadingCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPressure on women from antenatal classes, social media and health care professionals to have a natural birth is causing lasting psychological h

Updated on:August 13,2026

Empty stomach, vivid cravings: Hunger boosts imagined smell and flavor of food

byUniversity of OtagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPeople are often told not to go to the supermarket on an empty stomach. Findings from a new University of Otago—Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka study potenti

Updated on: August 13,2026

Empty stomach, vivid cravings: Hunger boosts imagined smell and flavor of food

byUniversity of OtagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPeople are often told not to go to the supermarket on an empty stomach. Findings from a new University of Otago—Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka study potenti

Updated on:August 13,2026

Motherhood leaves lifelong brain marks via dopamine-linked epigenetic switch, mouse study suggests

byThe Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBecoming a mother changes the brain not just temporarily, but for life. Pregnancy and the postpartum period trigger lasting changes in the m

Updated on: August 12,2026

Motherhood leaves lifelong brain marks via dopamine-linked epigenetic switch, mouse study suggests

byThe Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBecoming a mother changes the brain not just temporarily, but for life. Pregnancy and the postpartum period trigger lasting changes in the m

Updated on:August 12,2026

Enough sleep and moderate-to-vigorous activity may protect mental health in middle age, study says

byUniversity of OuluCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainModerate-to-vigorous physical activity is more important for mental health in middle age than light physical activity, according to a new study by

Updated on: August 12,2026

Enough sleep and moderate-to-vigorous activity may protect mental health in middle age, study says

byUniversity of OuluCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainModerate-to-vigorous physical activity is more important for mental health in middle age than light physical activity, according to a new study by

Updated on:August 12,2026