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Researchers discover a new neural biomarker for obsessive-compulsive disorder

Researchers discover a new neural biomarker for obsessive-compulsive disorder

by Graciela Gutierrez,Baylor College of MedicineVS recordings in patients with OCD show narrow band ~9 Hz power feature. Credit:Nature Medicine(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41591-024-03125-0

Researchers discover a new neural biomarker for obsessive-compulsive disorder

by Graciela Gutierrez,Baylor College of MedicineVS recordings in patients with OCD show narrow band ~9 Hz power feature. Credit:Nature Medicine(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41591-024-03125-0
Is it safe to give jet-lagged children melatonin to help them sleep?

Is it safe to give jet-lagged children melatonin to help them sleep?

by Sarah Blunden,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDealing with time zone changes and jet lag can eat into the time we have to enjoy our holiday, or make adjusting to life at hom

Is it safe to give jet-lagged children melatonin to help them sleep?

by Sarah Blunden,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDealing with time zone changes and jet lag can eat into the time we have to enjoy our holiday, or make adjusting to life at hom
Active commuting linked to lower risks of mental and physical ill health: Strongest benefits seen for cyclists

Active commuting linked to lower risks of mental and physical ill health: Strongest benefits seen for cyclists

byBritish Medical JournalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCommuters who cycle or walk to and from work or study may have lower risks of mental and physical ill health than those who don't re

Active commuting linked to lower risks of mental and physical ill health: Strongest benefits seen for cyclists

byBritish Medical JournalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCommuters who cycle or walk to and from work or study may have lower risks of mental and physical ill health than those who don't re
Study advances efforts to harness psilocybin's mind-altering power to treat mental illness

Study advances efforts to harness psilocybin's mind-altering power to treat mental illness

byWashington University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPeople who consume psilocybin-containing mushrooms—otherwise known as magic mushrooms—typically undergo a surreal expe

Study advances efforts to harness psilocybin's mind-altering power to treat mental illness

byWashington University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPeople who consume psilocybin-containing mushrooms—otherwise known as magic mushrooms—typically undergo a surreal expe
Study finds web-based cognitive behavioral therapy aids bulimia outcomes

Study finds web-based cognitive behavioral therapy aids bulimia outcomes

Study finds web-based cognitive behavioral therapy aids bulimia outcomesby Lori SolomonA web-based, cognitive behavioral self-help intervention effectively cuts bulimia nervosa symptoms, according to

Study finds web-based cognitive behavioral therapy aids bulimia outcomes

Study finds web-based cognitive behavioral therapy aids bulimia outcomesby Lori SolomonA web-based, cognitive behavioral self-help intervention effectively cuts bulimia nervosa symptoms, according to
Mental health apps may help those waiting for care, study finds

Mental health apps may help those waiting for care, study finds

byUniversity of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe recent surge in people seeking mental health care across the country has led to long wait times for first appointments with therapis

Mental health apps may help those waiting for care, study finds

byUniversity of MichiganCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe recent surge in people seeking mental health care across the country has led to long wait times for first appointments with therapis
Increasing trends found in suicidality and bullying across race and sexual identity

Increasing trends found in suicidality and bullying across race and sexual identity

byRutgers UniversityYearly suicidal ideation and attempt means by race/ethnicity and sexual identity. Credit:Journal of Urban Health(2024). DOI: 10.1007/s11524-024-00860-0Compared wi

Increasing trends found in suicidality and bullying across race and sexual identity

byRutgers UniversityYearly suicidal ideation and attempt means by race/ethnicity and sexual identity. Credit:Journal of Urban Health(2024). DOI: 10.1007/s11524-024-00860-0Compared wi
Researcher: Meditation can be harmful—and can even make mental health problems worse

Researcher: Meditation can be harmful—and can even make mental health problems worse

by Miguel Farias,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainSince mindfulness is something you can practice at home for free, it often sounds like the perfect tonic for stress and mental health is

Researcher: Meditation can be harmful—and can even make mental health problems worse

by Miguel Farias,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainSince mindfulness is something you can practice at home for free, it often sounds like the perfect tonic for stress and mental health is
Mental health disparities in L.A. County worsened during COVID pandemic, study shows

Mental health disparities in L.A. County worsened during COVID pandemic, study shows

by Wayne Lewis,University of Southern CaliforniaAt risk for major depression by CMIA and white vs. non-white residents, 2018 and 2021. Credit:PLOS ONE(2024). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pon

Mental health disparities in L.A. County worsened during COVID pandemic, study shows

by Wayne Lewis,University of Southern CaliforniaAt risk for major depression by CMIA and white vs. non-white residents, 2018 and 2021. Credit:PLOS ONE(2024). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pon