Stress and depression help explain intertwined alcohol, sleep problems
Insomnia and hazardous drinking are so closely intertwined that estimates suggest at least one-third, and as many as 91%, of ...
Tag: Psychiatry
Probiotics improve emotional state in healthy adults, study finds
Daily mood reports reveal what traditional questionnaires miss — probiotics may lift negative emotions in healthy people, opening new avenues ...
Macular thickness could predict postoperative delirium in older patients
Thickening of the macular layer of the eye's retina is associated with a greater risk of postoperative delirium for older ...
Scientists confirm neurobiochemical link between dopamine and cognitive flexibility
For the first time, scientists have confirmed a neurobiochemical link between dopamine and cognitive flexibility, according to new research published ...
Study links Doomsday Clock to mortality and mental health
Since 1947, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS) has used the metaphor of the Doomsday Clock as a means ...
Wealth disparities impact telehealth access for mental health care
A new study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that mental health visits ...
Study links excessive screen time to psychological distress in adolescents
Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day engaged in sedentary behaviors – including playing video games, reading for ...
Direct connection found between memory and sensory processing centers in brain
A newly identified part of a brain circuit mixes sensory information, memories, and emotions to tell whether things are familiar ...
Low-dose semaglutide reduces alcohol consumption and cravings in early trial
Study finds significant reductions in drinks per drinking day and alcohol craving, with potential benefits for smoking reduction Study: Once-Weekly ...
Study reveals link between traumatic experiences and endometriosis risk
New research suggests that childhood and adulthood trauma, including emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, may increase the likelihood of developing ...