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The higher the primary care function experienced, the lower the stress on family caregivers

Written by | 11 Jul 2023

People caring for family members at home (family caregivers) face more substantial psychological and physical challenges than noncaregivers. Therefore, healthcare professionals must pay attention to the stress of… read more.

Antidepressants prescription associated with a lower risk of testing positive for COVID-19

Written by | 25 Jun 2023

New research led by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London has found that community mental health patients who were prescribed antidepressants were… read more.

Researchers to explore potential of new treatment against vascular dementia

Written by | 21 Jun 2023

Researchers from The University of Texas at El Paso’s School of Pharmacy will explore the viability of a new treatment for vascular dementia, thanks to a $2.2 million… read more.

New study links contraceptive pills and depression

Written by | 13 Jun 2023

In a global perspective, depression is the leading cause of ill health and disability. More than 264 million people are affected and at least 25 per cent of… read more.

Managing anxiety and depression in arthritis

Written by | 5 Jun 2023

Anxiety and depression are the mental health issues most commonly associated with inflammatory arthritis, and it is well-established that there is a link between mental health issues and… read more.

How to diagnose and manage depression in adolescents: a new review for clinicians

Written by | 1 Jun 2023

How do you diagnose and manage depression in adolescents? A new review published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) https://www.cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/cmaj.220966 aims to help primary care clinicians address this increasingly common, yet under-detected… read more.

Survey: Nearly 7 in 10 parents believe social media image editing apps and filters have a negative influence on their children’s body image

Written by | 30 May 2023

With children more plugged in to social media than ever before, a wave of new image editing apps and filters along with trends related to appearance have parents… read more.

Study finds ketamine is at least as effective as ECT for treating major depression

Written by | 29 May 2023

A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham has found that subanesthetic intravenous ketamine was effective and not inferior to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for the treatment of non-psychotic,… read more.

Did hormonal birth control make you depressed? If so, you may be at higher risk of postpartum depression

Written by | 20 May 2023

Inability to feel happy, low spirits, fatigue, and loss of appetite. These are common symptoms of postpartum depression. When left untreated, postpartum depression can affect infant development or… read more.

Could online gaming social networks have a positive impact on mental health?

Written by | 12 May 2023

For millions of Americans playing some type of video game is a daily occurrence. Games can be a welcome form of entertainment and relaxation for many, and the… read more.

Young men at highest risk of schizophrenia linked with cannabis use disorder

Written by | 8 May 2023

Young men with cannabis (marijuana) use disorder have an increased risk of developing schizophrenia, according to a study led by researchers at the Mental Health Services in the… read more.

Survey: Half of parents believe their children’s mental health suffered due to social media during the past year

Written by | 4 May 2023

Concerns continue to grow about the impact social media use has on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. According to a new national survey conducted… read more.

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