Mental HealthAug 10, 2026
NI mental health charities warn: 'We cannot afford to wait any longer'
Mental health charities in the north have issued a joint call for the Mental Health Strategy to be properly funded and .
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Mental HealthAug 10, 2026
What types of social interactions benefit people with social anxiety the most?
Our study suggests that socialising with acquaintances could trigger social anxiety more than close friends or strangers.
NeuropsychologyAug 10, 2026
Three midlife health factors could delay dementia by 13 years, study finds
People with good vascular health may gain extra dementia-free years, new research suggests. View on euronews ...
ResearchAug 10, 2026
Decreased sleep in adolescents is linked to lasting changes in how the brain communicates
A new study suggests that getting less sleep alters how regions of the developing brain communicate. By tracking adolescents over time and testing sleep-deprived adults, scientists found evidence that sleep loss directly…
Child PsychologyAug 10, 2026
Cost-utility analysis of home treatment versus inpatient treatment in child and adolescent psychiatry: a decision analysis
IntroductionHealth-economic evidence comparing home treatment (HT) and inpatient treatment (IT) in child and adolescent psychiatry is scarce. This study assessed the cost-effectiveness of both interventions for children…
Child PsychologyAug 10, 2026
Navigating through trauma-informed care and behavioral treatment in young children with feeding problems
Children may experience pediatric medical traumatic stress as a consequence of exposure to medical procedures, illness, or injury that are perceived as distressing, threatening, or otherwise aversive. In order to address…
NeuropsychologyAug 10, 2026
Population-referenced multiregional brain-volume profiles associated with performance and concussion history in athletes: an exploratory study
IntroductionElite athletes may exhibit structural brain profiles shaped by long-term training, selection into elite sport, exposure to repetitive head impacts, or combinations of these factors. Interpreting brain…
AI & TechnologyAug 10, 2026
'Raising the standard': Inside Talkspace's bold new AI mental health support tool
We spent some time with Monika Dargis, Head of Clinical Operations and Quality at Talkspace, about its newest AI mental health tool and more ...
Child PsychologyAug 9, 2026
How hormones could be making ADHD worse for women
‘It’s easy to conclude that the problem is you’: How hormones could be making ADHD worse for women - IN FOCUS : As a first-of-its-kind study examines the link between menstrual cycles and ADHD, Lydia ...
Mental HealthAug 9, 2026
Can vitamin B12 deficiency cause anxiety? Link decoded
Low levels of vitamin B12 could be behind heightened anxiety. Here is how this can happen and when to get your vitamin B12 levels checked.
ResearchAug 9, 2026
Standard clinic schedules can create barriers for working patients in alcohol recovery
A new study reveals that regularly employed patients are more likely to drop out of outpatient alcohol treatment than those without steady jobs, suggesting standard clinic hours create hidden barriers to addiction…
Health PsychologyAug 9, 2026
It's been a record summer for foodborne illness
Heat and tainted produce have made this a record summer for foodborne illness. Cases of cyclosporiasis have topped 10,000, and the CDC just traced a new salmonella outbreak to Mexican jalapeños.
School & EducationAug 9, 2026
UCSB Launches First Undergraduate Education Major at Gevirtz School
UC Santa Barbara’s Gevirtz Graduate School of Education launched its first undergraduate education major with classes set to begin in fall 2027.
Mental HealthAug 9, 2026
Why delayed behavioral healthcare can cost employers more
Capital Blue Cross expanded its behavioral health network, reducing emergency visits by 9% and improving access to care for Pennsylvania employers.
ResearchAug 9, 2026
Dating apps tend to encourage age similarity rather than diversity
Digital platforms give users access to a massive pool of potential matches. However, recent data suggests that rather than broadening dating horizons, these apps generally encourage individuals to select partners of…
AI & TechnologyAug 9, 2026
California wants to ban AI therapists as thousands turn to chatbots
for mental healthcare - Using chatbots for therapy is becoming increasingly common, especially among young people, according to rese
NeuropsychologyAug 9, 2026
10 best neuroscience books to understand how the brain really works
India, Aug. 10 -- The human brain is one of the most complex structures in the known universe, controlling everything from memory and emotions to movement, decision-making and perception. For readers ...
TraumaAug 9, 2026
People-pleasing may be a trauma response: Psychology explains why you always say ‘yes’
People-pleasing can often look like kindness, but experts say the behaviour may sometimes be rooted in deeper emotional patterns.
ResearchAug 9, 2026
LVPEI, BostonSight to study mental health effects of PROSE, Scleral lenses
BostonSight and Hyderabad-based LVPEI have launched a prospective clinical trial to study the mental health effects of PROSE and ...
PsychologyAug 9, 2026
Best psychology books: 10 books that will change the way you understand people, behaviour & the mind
India, Aug. 10 -- Psychology can offer fascinating insights into why people think, feel and behave differently. Whether you are interested in decision-making, emotions, relationships, persuasion or ...
Social MediaAug 9, 2026
Beyond screen time, examine social media of youth for more targeted intervention, say experts in Singapore
SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): Scrolling social media for an hour daily may not be excessive for a young person, but if that time is spent obsessively checking for likes and withdrawing from ...
ResearchAug 9, 2026
Wealthier children score higher on intelligence, but quality parenting levels the playing field
Children from higher-income families show greater fluid intelligence, a new study finds. However, researchers discovered that increased parental time and positive parenting can effectively bridge this developmental gap…
Forensic PsychologyAug 9, 2026
Renowned criminal psychologist who helped convince OJ Simpson to surrender reveals what he thinks happened to Nancy Guthrie
A renowned criminal psychologist who helped convince O.J. Simpson to surrender to authorities said he believes Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance was likely a burglary gone wrong. “Unfortunately, I think ...
Mental HealthAug 9, 2026
What Is Heatwave Anxiety? Doctors Explain Three Ways To Overcome It
As heatwaves become a regular part of UK summers, young people, psychologists, and environmental campaigners have opened up about ...
NeuropsychologyAug 9, 2026
Nearly Half of Dementia Cases May Be Linked to Health Risks You Can Control
Researchers in Sweden found that smoking, high cholesterol, and other common threats could accelerate brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia.
PsychologyAug 9, 2026
13 Delightful Truths Behind The Psychology Of Smiling (P)
The science of smiling reveals it can shift both how people treat you and how you experience the world.
AI & TechnologyAug 9, 2026
Best AI Therapy Chatbot Development Agencies for Mental Health Startups in 2026
This article highlights five agencies that stand out for their expertise in AI-powered healthcare applications, conversational AI, white-label solutions, and custom software development.
Clinical PsychologyAug 9, 2026
AI “Therapists” Draw State Scrutiny as Mental Health Chatbot Use Surges
AI-enabled mental health tools are moving quickly from novelty to mainstream use, and regulators are starting to draw sharper ...
Mental HealthAug 9, 2026
As BMS’ Cobenfy struggles to gain traction, MapLight knocks on the door
Despite the recent emergence of a new drug class, schizophrenia remains one of the most challenging neuropsychiatric diseases to ...
TraumaAug 9, 2026
The Health Divide: Surviving violence isn’t the same as healing
Trauma recovery centers are helping survivors address the emotional wounds and mental health needs that can linger long after physical injuries heal.