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Depression Therapy That Usually Takes 6 to 8 Weeks May Work Just as Well in 5 Days
A new study finds transcranial magnetic stimulation, used for treatment-resistant depression, can provide significant symptom relief in just days instead of weeks.
Cancer and Mental Health: A Critical First Year That May Impact Survival
A new study finds cancer patients who develop a new mental health condition are at increased risk of mortality in the first one to three years after diagnosis.
Sugary Drinks Tied to Adolescent Anxiety in New Study
Teens who regularly drink large amounts of sugar-sweetened beverages — including soda, energy drinks, sweetened teas and coffee drinks — are more likely to report symptoms of anxiety.
Hormone Replacement Therapy May Not Ease Memory and Mood Problems Related to Menopause
A large, new study finds menopause is associated with brain changes and poorer mental health — whether or not women use hormone therapy.
When Binge-Watching Becomes a Coping Mechanism for Loneliness
A new study finds addictive binge-watching may be an attempt to escape loneliness and improve emotions, at least temporarily.
Is No Social Media as Risky as Too Much for Teens?
A new study finds both heavy use and zero use of social media can negatively impact teen well-being.
Breastfeeding Linked to Less Depression and Anxiety Years Later
A small long-term study suggests women who breastfeed are less likely to report depression or anxiety up to 10 years after pregnancy.
How Super Mario and Yoshi May Help Young Adults Beat Burnout
A new study finds classic video games spark childlike wonder in university students leading to greater happiness and a lower risk of burnout from academic stress.
Body Image Disorder Hitting More Teenage Boys and Young Men
A new study finds a rising number of boys and young men are being diagnosed with muscle dysmorphia, a mental health condition that makes them feel “too small” or “not muscular enough.”
What a One-Week Social Media Detox Really Does for Young Adults
In a new study, young adults who kicked their social media habit for one week reported less anxiety, depression and insomnia.
Nearly 60% of Parents Say Mental Health Support Is Key to School Safety
In a new poll, the majority of parents say mental health and belonging are just as important as reinforced buildings for school safety.
Early Smartphone Use Linked to Family Conflict and Emotional Distance
A new study shows early smartphone use leads to family conflict and hidden mental distress among adolescents.
Years After COVID, Are Kids Still Struggling to Stay Focused in School?
A new study finds the COVID-19 pandemic hit students with anxiety, depression and ADHD especially hard -- and for many, the challenges to engage in learning continue.
Severe Pregnancy Nausea Linked to Major Mental Health Risks
A new study finds women with hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe form of pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting, are more than 50% more likely to develop 13 serious mental health conditions.
Keto Diet Shows Promise in Reducing Depression Among College Students
In a new study, college students with major depressive disorder who followed a keto diet experienced a significant drop in depression symptoms and an increase in overall well-being.
New Study Reveals Shifts in Student Mental Health — and Surprising Gaps in Parent Perceptions
HealthDay speaks with Dr. Nicole Brady, CMO of United Healthcare, about the surprising results of their new Behavioral Health Report on college students and recent graduates.
High-Potency Pot and the Risk for Psychosis
Marijuana products with high levels of THC increase the risk of psychosis and schizophrenia, according to a new evidence review, but their impact on anxiety and depression remains unclear.
Annual Mental Health Screenings Recommended for Children and Teens
With youth mental health at crisis levels, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines recommending mental, developmental and behavioral health screenings beginning at 6 months of age and continuing annually.
Early Access to Smartphones May Have Serious Mental Health Consequences in Early Adulthood
A new study finds kids given smartphones before the age of 13 are more likely to have poorer mental health by the age of 18.
Top 3 Medical Emergencies At School
A new study identifies three medical emergencies that account for the most EMS calls at schools. Researchers recommend improved training for these target areas.
Regular Exercise Helps Ease Kids’ Depression and Anxiety
A new study finds exercise decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety in children and teens – and may offer an alternative to antidepressants.
Psychedelic Compound Found in Magic Mushrooms May Ease Severe Depression in Cancer Patients
A new study finds a single dose of psilocybin provides long-term relief from symptoms of depression and anxiety in cancer patients.
Pediatric Skin Care Videos on TikTok: A Growing and Potentially Harmful Trend, New Study Finds
Kids as young as 7 are promoting skin care regimens on TikTok that may be harmful to their skin and mental health, researchers warn.
U.S. Mothers Struggling With Mental Health Challenges
A new study finds more moms in the U.S. describe their mental health as fair or poor. Researchers say their physical health is also on the decline.
Nearly 90% of U.S. Teens Say They’ve Been Bullied Online
A new survey finds cyberbullying is widespread among U.S. teens and the attacks are causing post-traumatic symptoms, researchers warn.
Calorie Restriction May Lead to Small Improvements in Depression, Study Finds
A new study finds restricting calories or eating low-fat may slightly reduce depressive symptoms, but researchers say the evidence is limited.
Popular Weight Loss Drugs Do Not Increase the Risk of Depression, Anxiety or Suicidal Ideation, Study Finds
In a new study, researchers found no association between treatment with GLP-1 Receptor Agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy and increased risk of adverse psychiatric events.
Adults with Acne at Higher Risk for Eating Disorders
Acne patients, 18 and older, are more than twice as likely to have an eating disorder compared to people without the condition, researchers say.
These 3 Vices Can Harm Your Health As Early as Your Mid-30s
A new study finds smoking, drinking and inactivity can damage your physical and mental health before you even hit the big 4-0.
1 in 15 U.S. Adults Have Witnessed a Mass Shooting, New Study Finds
A new study finds about 7% of U.S. adults have been at the scene of a mass shooting and 2% have been injured during one.
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Telemedicine Not Closing the Mental Health Gap in Rural Areas
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- March 6, 2026
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FRIDAY, March 6, 2026 (HealthDay News) — During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many health experts envisioned telemedicine as a "magic wand" that would bring mental health care to the most remote corners of the country.
But a new study suggests that whi...
Study Links Rising Cannabis Use to Poor Mental Health
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- March 5, 2026
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THURSDAY, March 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — For many, cannabis is a go-to for stress relief, but a large Canadian study suggests that for many, that fix may be closely tied to a worsening mental health crisis.
Researchers have found that as cannabis use becomes more...
Lithium Might Slow Brain Decline Among Seniors, Pilot Study Shows
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 4, 2026
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WEDNESDAY, March 4, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The mood disorder drug lithium might have brain benefits beyond simply warding off depression and anxiety, a new study says.
A pilot clinical trial has found that low-dose ...
AI Therapist? It Falls Short, a New Study Warns
- HealthDay Staff HealthDay Reporter
- March 3, 2026
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TUESDAY, March 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — More people are asking artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots for help with daily problems, from work stress to relationship worries and more.
Pets Give Older Adults Purpose, but Financial Strain is Growing
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- February 25, 2026
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WEDNESDAY, Feb. 25, 2026 (HealthDay News) — For many older adults, a wagging tail or a soft purr is more than just company — it is a reason to get out of bed.
But a new national poll suggests that while the emotional bond between seniors and their pets is str...
Teens Using Weed Have Doubled Risk For Psychosis, Bipolar Disorder
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 23, 2026
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MONDAY, Feb. 23, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Teens who use weed are twice as likely to develop psychotic or bipolar disorders, a new study says.
They a...
Sweetened Drinks Linked to Higher Anxiety in Teens
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- February 19, 2026
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THURSDAY, Feb. 19, 2026 (HealthDay News) — While parents have long worried that too much sugar leads to cavities and weight gain, new research suggests that sugar rush might be followed by a worry crash.
A study from Bournemouth University in the U.K. has ide...
U.S. Parents Report Gaps in Accessing Mental Health Care for Their Child
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- February 19, 2026
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THURSDAY, Feb. 19, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Despite a growing mental health crisis among America’s youth, the system is still failing a massive number of children, a large study suggests.
Nearly one-quarter of children who need mental health treatment ar...
School Stress at Age 15 May Leave Long-Term Mental Health Scars
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- February 18, 2026
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WEDNESDAY, Feb. 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The intense pressure to succeed academically at age 15 may cast a long shadow, increasing the risk of depression and self-harm well into a person's ...
Couples Who Do This One Thing Feel More Satisfied And Secure Together
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- February 17, 2026
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TUESDAY, Feb. 17, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Couples who take time to slow down and enjoy the good moments they share may feel closer, argue less and feel more confident their relationship will last, a new study suggests.
Researchers at the University of Illinois Urba...
Swap TV For Activity To Ward Off Depression, Study Suggests
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- February 13, 2026
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FRIDAY, Feb. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Want an easy way to head off the blues?
Stash the TV remote.
Dutch researchers who followed more than 65,000 adults for four years found that replacing 60 minutes of TV with something more active cut depression risk by...
Tween Screen Addiction Linked To Mental Health Problems, Substance Use
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 13, 2026
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FRIDAY, Feb. 13, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Tweens addicted to the digital world — mobile phones, social media, video games — are more likely to develop mental health and behavioral problems as teenagers, a new study says.
Depression, sleep problems, ADHD,...
Smartwatches May Soon Predict a Depression Relapse
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2026
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THURSDAY, Feb. 12, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Your smartwatch might soon do more than just count your steps or check your heart rate: It could serve as a literal early-warning system for your mental health.
New research from McMaster University suggests that wearable ...
Brief, Intense Exercise Beats Relaxation for Panic Relief
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- February 11, 2026
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WEDNESDAY, Feb. 11, 2026 (HealthDay News) — While relaxation techniques are often recommended for panic disorder, leaning into those intense physical sensations through exercise may be the superior treatment.
Why Connecting With Others is Good For Your Health
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- January 18, 2026
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SUNDAY, Jan. 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A third of U.S. adults are lonely, and a quarter lack social and emotional support — and research underscores that’s just not healthy.
"Humans are a social species. We are highly dependent on others from birth," ...
Trump Administration Restores Nearly $2 Billion in Mental Health Grants
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 16, 2026
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FRIDAY, Jan. 16, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Federal funding for mental health and addiction treatment programs will continue after the Trump administration abruptly reversed a plan to end nearly $2 billion in grants across the country.
Late Tuesday, thousands of grant...
FDA Moves To Remove Suicide Warnings From GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 15, 2026
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THURSDAY, Jan. 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Federal health regulators say popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound do not increase the risk of suicidal thoughts, an...
Can Teens Use Social Media Too Little For Their Own Good? Maybe, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 15, 2026
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THURSDAY, Jan. 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) — There appears to be a “Goldilocks zone” when it comes to social media use among teenagers.
Too much social media use can negatively affect a teenager’s well-being, a new study finds, dovetailing with resu...
The Gender-Stress Gap: Women Benefit Most from a Daily Workout
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- January 7, 2026
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WEDNESDAY, Jan. 7, 2026 (HealthDay News) — If you are looking to lower your stress levels this year, hitting the gym — or going for a brisk walk — migh...
New Study Explains Why Brains Process Information at Different Speeds
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The human brain is always working, reacting in a split second to dangerous events while slowly making sense of meaning, memories and decisions.
A new study from Rutgers Health explains how the brain pulls these fast and slow ...
Why Many Americans Will Pay More Just to Avoid Negotiating
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Many Americans would rather pay more than negotiate, and new research suggests that’s exactly why “no-haggle” pricing works so well.
In five studies, researchers found that people avoid negotiating far more ...
Mental Health A Popular New Year's Resolution, Survey Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — More than a third of Americans plan to focus on their mental health as part of their New Year’s resolutions, a new survey says.
About 38% of Americans plan to make a mental health-related resolution for 2026, up 5% from...
Doubting Your Doubts May Help You Stick to Big Life Goals, Research Shows
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 30, 2025
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TUESDAY, Dec. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — When people start doubting whether they can reach an important life goal, it often feels like a sign to give up.
But a new study suggests questioning those doubts can actually strengthen commitment.
The research...
'Love Actually,' 'Four Christmases' and the Science of Holiday Comfort Movies
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 24, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Dec. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Every winter, millions of people curl up on the couch and press play on the same beloved holiday movies — whether it’s "Love Actually," "The Holiday," "The Family Stone" or "Four Christmases."
Snowy towns, fam...
Specific Symptoms of Middle-Age Depression Tied To Later Dementia Risk
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Depression in middle age has previously been linked to an increased risk of dementia.
But this relationship appears to be driven by a small clust...
Different Mental Health Conditions Share Similar Genetics, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 19, 2025
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FRIDAY, Dec. 19, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Psychiatric conditions as varied as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder might be driven by very similar genetic underpinnings, a new study says.
Mental health problems can be sorted into five general genetic categories,...
Most Receive Shock Therapy Without Psychological Counseling, Survey Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 15, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 15, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Most people receiving shock therapy for mental health problems aren’t receiving any sort of psychological counseling before having their brains zapped, a new study says.
Only a third of patients said they’d...
Suicide Deaths Fell Slightly in 2024, CDC Reports
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 11, 2025
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THURSDAY, Dec. 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. suicide rate dipped slightly in 2024, offering a small but hopeful improvement after years of increases, according to new provisional data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
A little o...
Research Shows Imagining Positive Encounters Shapes Real-Life Feelings
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 11, 2025
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THURSDAY, Dec. 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Thinking about a positive moment with someone, even if it never happened, may actually make you like them more, new research shows.
Pandemic School Closures Linked To More Mental Health Problems Among Kids
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 9, 2025
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TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — School closures are linked to significant mental health problems – depression, anxiety, ADHD – among children during the COVID-19
Famous Singers Die 4 Years Earlier Than Non-famous, Study Shows
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 1, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2025 (HeathDay News) — Many have heard of the infamous “27 Club” — a list of music icons like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse, all of whom passed away too young at age 27.
Now, new rese...
Brain's 'Waste Disposal' Impaired in Pro Fighters
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 1, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2025 (HealthDay News) — High-tech neuroimaging of pro boxers and mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters is revealing potential damage to a system the brain uses to rid itself of waste.
“When this system doesn’t work properly, damaging p...
One Week Less on Social Media Linked to Better Mental Health
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 26, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Nov. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For many young adults, social media is where life happens: Friendships, news, stress, all rolled into a single screen.
But a new study suggests that stepping away, even for just one week, may help ease
Some Suicide Victims Show No Typical Warning Signs, Study Finds
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 26, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Nov. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For many families who lose someone to suicide, the same question comes up again and again: “How did we not see this coming?”
A new study suggests that for some people, there truly weren’t clear warning s...
Trump Administration Expands Visa Denials to Include Common Chronic Illnesses
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 14, 2025
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FRIDAY, Nov. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The Trump administration has directed U.S. visa officers to consider chronic health conditions such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, cancer and mental health disorders when deciding whether to approve a foreigner’s entry...
Many Teens, Young Adults Turning To AI Chatbots For Mental Health Advice
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 10, 2025
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MONDAY, Nov. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — About 1 in every 8 U.S. teenagers and young adults turns to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots for mental health advice, a new study says.
AI bots offer a cheap and immediate ear for younger people’s concerns, worri...
Can Texting Your Therapist Work? New Study Says Yes
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- October 31, 2025
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FRIDAY, Oct. 31, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A growing number of Americans are turning to therapy by text message, and new research suggests it can be just as effective as traditional video sessions for some patients.
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Self-Affirmations Effectively Boost Mood And Confidence, Review Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 29, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Oct. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — “I love myself unconditionally.”
“I am worthy of love, joy and happiness.”
“I am strong, capable and resilient.”
“I breathe in relaxation and breathe out tension.&rdqu...
Cunning, Manipulative People Use Touch As A Weapon, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 28, 2025
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TUESDAY, Oct. 28, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A friendly clasp on the shoulder. A comforting hug. Holding hands.
All these can be dangerous in the wrong hands, a new study reports.
Manipulative and narcissistic people are more likely to use touch in a calculating...
It’s Not the Pain, It’s How You Handle It, Research Shows
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- October 25, 2025
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SATURDAY, Oct. 25, 2025 (HealthDay News) — People with chronic pain who stay active may have one key advantage: Resilience.
A new study from the University of Portsmouth in the U.K. found that one’s ability to cope with pain, also known as pain resilience, pl...
Mental Health Distress Increasing Among LGBTQ+ Youth
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 20, 2025
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MONDAY, Oct. 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Mental health distress is rising among America’s LGBTQ+ teenagers and young adults as they’ve increasingly become targets of discrimination and cruelty, a new report says.
Sunny Seniors Can Bounce Back From Poor Well-Being
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 25, 2025
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THURSDAY, Sept. 25, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The march of time may be relentless, but aging is not entirely hopeless if you have the right mindset, according to a Canadian study.
Seniors who lose a step health-wise are capable of regaining their well-being, research...
Severe Pregnancy Symptoms Increase Risk for Mental Health Problems
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 23, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 23 2025 (HealthDay News) — Extreme pregnancy symptoms like excessive nausea and vomiting can dramatically increase a woman’s risk for mental health and neurological problems, a new study says.
Women diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum (...
Hair Samples May Help Spot Mental Health Risks in Sick Kids
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 17, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 17 2025 (HealthDay News) — Children with chronic illnesses face extra challenges, and measuring stress through hair samples may help doctors predict which kids are at highest risk for mental health problems.
Researchers studied 244 Canadian childre...
Precise Brain Stimulation May Offer Faster Relief for Depression
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 12, 2025
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FRIDAY, Sept. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) — A new type of noninvasive brain stimulation may help people with moderate to severe depression feel better faster tha...
Inmates Less Likely To OD After Release If Provided Opioid Addiction Meds In Jail
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 12, 2025
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FRIDAY, Sept. 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — County jail inmates who receive medication to treat their opioid addiction have a lower risk of overdose after their release, a new study reports.
They’re also significantly more likely to continue their addiction tre...
Household Items Tied to Sharp Increase in Self-Harm Cases in Teens
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 10, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Cases of self-harm involving 6- to 12-year-olds have risen sharply, and researchers warn that common household products are often involved.
Helping Your College-Bound Kids Head Back To School
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 3, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 3, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Parents of college students headed back to campus might have some fundamental misunderstandings regarding their young adult’s mental health challenges, a new report said.
About 1 in 5 college students reported that ...
ADHD Drugs Often Prescribed Too Early To Preschoolers
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- September 2, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 2, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Expert consensus on the treatment of preschoolers diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is clear: Try behavioral therapies for six months before prescribing medications.
Labor Day Mission: Build Social Ties Through Live Events
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- August 30, 2025
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SATURDAY, Aug. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — If your social life has been lived out in Zoom calls since the height of the pandemic, Labor Day weekend is prime time for a reboot.
Attending live events builds social connections and helps fight loneliness, just-publishe...