Health PsychologySep 4, 2026
With jury deadlocked, judge declares a mistrial in Lindsay Clancy's murder case
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's murder case has declared a mistrial after the jury was unable to agree on a verdict.
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ResearchSep 4, 2026
Singlehood is increasingly celebrated among women, but the pressure to couple up persists
"Single positivity" encourages young women to embrace independence, but this cultural approval comes with an expiration date. A new study reveals that as single women age, they face renewed societal pressure to settle…
ResearchSep 4, 2026
People with more social freedom tend to be more willing to put off immediate gratification
Your willingness to sacrifice immediate joy for long-term rewards isn't just a personality trait. New research shows that living in a society where it’s easy to make new friends boosts your optimism and willingness to…
Social MediaSep 4, 2026
Teens will soon see health warnings on social media, and researchers tested which ones scored highest
Mental health warnings made teens less interested in using social media than standard break reminders in a new randomized trial.
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Lending a trusted ear to farmer mental health struggles
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and that’s especially important in rural areas, where suicide rates are roughly 1.5 times higher than urban areas. A lack of rural mental health care ...
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Students reminded to mind their mental health upon return to school
Stigma-Free Mental Health Society is asking students to be mindful of their mental health as classes return. The organization recently launched its Young Minds Matter 2026: Rural Classroom ...
ResearchSep 4, 2026
Gentle rocking beds could offer a new way to treat insomnia
For adults who struggle to stay asleep, a bed that sways gently throughout the night might offer a path to better rest. New research reveals that continuous rocking reduces nighttime awakenings in people with insomnia…
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Chat to strangers and let your kids be bored: how to embrace a ‘slow September’ – and enjoy life more
The pressure to self-optimise at the start of the new school year can lead to disappointment and burnout. Instead, here are seven ways to slow things down and reap the benefitsIt is a hangover from our school days that…
Clinical PsychologySep 4, 2026
Borderline personality disorder explored on HUMANiZE: Together we rise
GHENT, WV (WVNS) – In episode eight of HUMANiZE: Together We Rise, host Humera Rehman learns about borderline personality disorder (BPD) from 59News Digital Producer Brandi Blake. Brandi shares her ...
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
The Lindsay Clancy trial brings maternal mental health into the spotlight
Mental health issues are the leading underlying cause of pregnancy-related death in the United States, but they are often overlooked.
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Remote Work Is Popular With Employees. But a New Study Links It to Increased Loneliness
Remote work can offer flexibility, but a new study finds it may also increase isolation and mental distress, especially among workers who live alone.
ResearchSep 4, 2026
Psychiatrists detail mother’s sudden descent into severe psychosis and delirious mania following childbirth
A recent case report details a 27-year-old mother’s sudden onset of severe psychosis and delirious mania following a cesarean delivery. The findings suggest that electroconvulsive therapy can provide rapid relief for…
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Explainer
By Nancy Lapid Sept 4 (Reuters) - A Massachusetts court declared a mistrial on Friday in the U.S. murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, a mother who killed her three young children in 2023 and then tried to ...
NeuropsychologySep 4, 2026
Stanford scientists discover a seafood that can reverse signs of aging
A substance found in edible sea squirts appeared to reverse several signs of aging in older mice. Plasmalogen supplements improved memory and learning, strengthened connections between brain cells, reduced inflammation…
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Devon residents encouraged to help change the narrative on suicide this World Suicide Prevention Day
Devon residents are being encouraged to help change the narrative on suicide this World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) by ...
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Explainer-What to know about postpartum mental illness
By Nancy Lapid Sept 4 (Reuters) - A Massachusetts court declared a mistrial on Friday in the U.S. murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, a mother who killed her three young children in 2023 and then tried to ...
Cognitive PsychologySep 4, 2026
IIIT-Hyderabad sets up CETLS to improve cognitive skills with AI
IIIT Hyderabad launches the Centre for Educational Technologies and Learning Sciences (CETLS) to enhance cognitive skills and explore learning methods in the AI-driven era.
ResearchSep 4, 2026
A longer exhale may push your brain toward bolder decisions
Slow breathing with a prolonged exhale made people more willing to take risks by changing heart activity and increasing the brain’s sensitivity to rewards. The findings suggest that something as simple as controlling…
NeuropsychologySep 4, 2026
A few weeks of brain training can slash dementia risk by 25% -- but only 1 type of training actually works
A 20-year study shows that a specific type of brain training can cut dementia risk. Here's why it works.
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
What crisis line reports reveal about mental health in the rural West
That’s according to reports from the nonprofit group Crisis Text Line, another option for mental health crisis support in addition to the federal 988 service. The group says the trend could be because ...
TraumaSep 4, 2026
New Zealand approves MDMA for treating PTSD
New Zealand's drug regulator has authorized two psychiatrists to prescribe pharmaceutical-grade MDMA for patients suffering from severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
AddictionSep 4, 2026
Sweden Launches Inquiry Into Gambling Risks Facing Young Adults With Regulatory Changes Planned
Sweden has opened a wide‑ranging inquiry aimed at reducing gambling harm among children and young adults, with a particular focus on boys and young men. The government said the review will look at how ...
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Severe mental illness may be linked to dementia and stroke risk earlier in life
A study of nearly 700,000 people found an association between severe mental illness and dementia across every age group studied.Adults ages 30 to 39 with s ...
AddictionSep 4, 2026
Psilocybin study explores new treatment for cocaine use disorder
Albert Arias, MD, chief of addiction psychiatry at Carilion Clinic, has received an award from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) to research how psilocybin, a psychedelic compound being ...
ResearchSep 4, 2026
Health warnings could reduce young people's social media use, study finds
Pop-up messages that warn of the harms of social media—such as mental health consequences—have the potential to reduce young people's social media use, a new Stanford Medicine study has found. The ...
Health PsychologySep 4, 2026
Scientists map key protein interactions linked with profound autism
Research published in the journal Science illuminates a "missing piece" in the biological understanding of profound autism and offers new targets for drug development.
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Cuyahoga County's first Behavioral Health Crisis Center to open this month
The 24/7 crisis care opens Sept. 28 at The Centers Glick Recovery Campus, located at 2322 E 22nd St. in Cleveland, to any adult experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.
Mental HealthSep 4, 2026
Can we make mental health and suicide prevention part of the conversation?
Suicide remains a major public health concern across the US and while suicide affects every type of geographic area, rural areas consistently have higher rates of suicide than urban areas.
Clinical PsychologySep 4, 2026
AMFM Releases Guide On Narcissistic Personality Disorder Causes & Treatments
A Mission for Michael (AMFM) has released a guide on narcissistic personality disorder. The resource covers signs of narcissism, possible causes, and treatments.
Child PsychologySep 4, 2026
Fallbrook, CA Teen Girls Residential Mental Health & Trauma Treatment Announced
Mission Prep has opened a 6-bed residential mental health treatment program for adolescent girls at its Fallbrook, California, facility, providing 24/7 clinical support and structured, evidence-based ...