Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
'Fibroids left me in excruciating pain'
Woman's Hour discusses fibroids and the need for greater knowledge about the pain they can cause women.
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Mental HealthJul 16, 2026
Weight loss prior to diagnosis of first-episode psychosis predicts subsequent weight gain: a retrospective cohort study of the UK Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) primary care database
Background Post-psychosis weight gain is commonly rapid, yet prediagnosis weight changes are under-researched. The untreated phase of first-episode psychosis (FEP) can be characterised by behaviour which could lead to…
ResearchJul 16, 2026
Canine Science Is Biased Toward the Western World
A new study addresses how studies on domestic dogs tend to focus on a Westernized subset.
Autism evaluationJul 16, 2026
What SZA’s journey teaches us about seeking an autism evaluation as an adult
Receiving a medical diagnosis later in life can be a deeply emotional and eye-opening experience, finally bringing answers to questions that went unanswered for decades.
Clinical PsychologyJul 16, 2026
The Psychiatric Impact of Cannabis Policy: More Than a Legal Framework
How shifting cannabis laws shape potency, access, and risk—revealing why anxiety, paranoia, and psychosis can surge when users cross regulatory borders.
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Dr. Joanna Tsikis
I'm a pediatric psychologist who supports children, teens, and families facing chronic medical conditions, sleep difficulties ...
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
NHS manager says trust wanted 4,000 reports 'gone'
He tells an inquiry he believed a trust was 'panicking' and was discouraged from raising rota issues.
Clinical PsychologyJul 16, 2026
‘Bridge employment’ associated with better cognitive scores
People who pursue semi-retirement with a different employer experienced less cognitive decline compared with those who stayed with the same employer and those who pursued full retirement, according to a speaker.Gradually…
PsychologyJul 16, 2026
New climate film triggers debate – here’s how to make those conversations constructive
A new film about the climate emergency is designed to change behaviour. But there’s a risk that in-depth discussions replace action.
Social MediaJul 16, 2026
Banning social media misses the real crises
As governments copy Australia's under-16 social media ban, evidence suggests targeting screen time ignores wider economic drivers of youth distress.
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Balancing scoliosis history and birthing plans
For women who underwent spinal surgery during adolescence, approaching pregnancy often brings unique questions about labor and delivery. A common concern is whether a spinal fusion affects the ability to have a vaginal…
Clinical PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Zuranolone in the Room: Closing the Gap in Postpartum Depression Care
Learn how fast-acting oral zuranolone treats postpartum depression in days, with practical prescribing and breastfeeding guidance clinicians can use.
ResearchJul 16, 2026
Genes offer new clues to stopping Huntington’s disease in its tracks
A new generation of therapies aims to intervene at a recently discovered gap between the disease’s molecular march and its neurological consequences.
ResearchJul 16, 2026
Study: Loneliness associated with poor mental, general health
Adults who felt lonely were much more likely to experience poorer mental health and lower well-being as well as worse general health, according to a July study published in Nature Communications.
Developmental PsychologyJul 16, 2026
International Affairs Committee Member Spotlight: Dr. Supriya Bhavnani
A: My interest in developmental science comes from the belief that a person’s experiences in the early years can shape outcomes throughout their life. Understanding these influences, creating evidence to inform changes…
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others.
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Sleep disorders don't just exhaust you, they change your brain
Sleep disorders may do more than leave people feeling tired. New research from Florida International University shows that sleep disorders are associated with structural changes in brain regions involved in attention…
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Taking prebiotics during pregnancy could protect babies from antibiotic-linked food allergies
New research from The Kids Research Institute Australia suggests a simple dietary intervention during pregnancy could help protect against the increased risk of food allergies associated with antibiotics taken before…
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
This drug could help millions keep their kidneys working longer
An international study found that finerenone slows kidney function decline and reduces the risk of serious kidney and cardiovascular complications in people with chronic kidney disease who do not have diabetes. The…
AddictionJul 16, 2026
Natasha never expected to become addicted to prescribed opioids while battling endometriosis
Natasha Trajkovski never imagined her prescribed opioid medication to help with the pain of endometriosis would lead her to addiction.
Mental HealthJul 16, 2026
Widespread M1 Receptor Deficits in Schizophrenia Found
A new study uses a novel PET radiotracer to uncover widespread M1 receptor deficits in living schizophrenia patients.
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
A step toward lab‑grown sperm: Scientists turn stem cells into early sperm cells in a mini‑testis
About 9% of men of reproductive age in the United States experience fertility problems. One of the many causes of male infertility is a failure in germline development, the process by which embryonic cells develop into…
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
County the place to develop spiritually, says monk
A senior Buddhist monk says Herefordshire has "everything" for a "person to be happy".
ResearchJul 16, 2026
An ancient Maya astronomer finally has a name
A Maya calendar formula bears the name Sak Tahn Waax, the first known Classic Maya mathematician-astronomer directly credited for such work.
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Home visits could cut hospital trips by a third
Getting patients seen by community health teams within a day of leaving the hospital could slash emergency readmissions and emergency department visits, a new study by University of Manchester researchers suggests.
School & EducationJul 16, 2026
Teen anxiety, school pressure, bullying and peer relationships among top mental health concerns, reports Uniquely You MHC
Uniquely You Mental Health Center, the UAE’s first publicly neurodivergent-owned and operated mental health clinic, has identified anxiety, ...
Sport & PerformanceJul 16, 2026
Mental health in sport under the spotlight after Jayden Adams’ death as expert discusses Lyle Foster’s battle
Jayden Adams' tragic death reignites mental health discussions in football, highlighting Lyle Foster's past struggles and the need for athlete wellbeing support.
AddictionJul 16, 2026
Genetic risk for cannabis use disorder linked to brain differences in youth
A person’s genetic risk for developing a cannabis addiction is associated with structural brain differences during adolescence, even in individuals who have never struggled with substance abuse. The ...
Health PsychologyJul 16, 2026
Study links sleeping long hours with higher levels of an Alzheimer's-related protein
Regularly sleeping long hours each night is associated with higher levels of an Alzheimer's-related protein in the blood, even after accounting for other health factors, a new study from UT Health San Antonio, the…