The Latest Breaking News on Mental health

North Carolina teen critically ill after being infected ​with rare brain-eating amoeba

Fewer than 10 people a year are infected in the U.S. but the condition is usually fatal

The Independent UK · Aug 31

So-called ‘social jet lag’ linked to higher anxiety levels in teenagers – study

Lying in on the weekend to catch up on sleep may have a similar effect to jet lag, according to researchers.

Evening Standard · Aug 30

Why Does Your Brain Forget Most of Your Dreams?

Have you ever woken up from a really strange or beautiful dream and thought, "I will remember this"? Then, a few minutes later, you cannot remember anything. Maybe you remember that someone was there, or that you were somewhere unusual, but the actual story is gone. It can feel strange…

MyLifeXP · Aug 30

Pediatricians Who Added Two Short Questionnaires Found One More Struggling Teenager for Every Thirteen They Screened

Adding anxiety and suicide risk questions to depression screening found more at-risk teens. Here is what the study shows and what it does not.

Medical Daily · Aug 28

He Had Up to Seventy-Eight Sneezing Attacks a Day, and the Fix Was in His Arm

A teacher had up to 78 sneeze-like attacks a day for nine years. They nearly stopped after surgeons removed a metal plate from his arm.

Medical Daily · Aug 28

Thousands of UK women have undiagnosed PTSD after childbirth each year, study finds

Experts call for joined-up support through the postnatal period amid concerns GPs are not trained to spot symptoms

The Guardian - UK · Aug 27

Psychology says people who sleep with interesting and beautiful lights switched on at night aren't just keeping the lights on for decoration: What the habit may mean?

Psychology says people who sleep with interesting and beautiful lights switched on at night aren't necessarily afraid of the dark. The habit may provide comfort, safety and emotional regulation. Soft lighting can create a familiar environment, reduce mental tension and help some people move from daily stress toward sleep.

The Economic Times · Aug 27

New study finds HRT may lower dementia risk - but what if you can't take it? Dr Amir reveals alternatives for boosting brain health with age

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may reduce the risk of dementia for some women, a new study has found, but not everyone can take it

Woman & Home · Aug 27

Brain Injury Outcomes Differ Across Countries as Traffic Crashes and Falls Drive a Global Divide in Care and Survival

A global study found major differences in traumatic brain injury causes, access to care, and mortality across countries with different development levels.

Medical Daily · Aug 27

Los Angeles Moves to Regulate Phenibut, a Nervous System Depressant Sold Beside Energy Drinks Without Federal Oversight

Los Angeles voted to draft rules on phenibut, a central nervous system depressant sold in convenience stores without age limits or federal approval.

Medical Daily · Aug 27