Are stimulant medications for ADHD safe to use during pregnancy?Study examines whether exposure to stimulant medications for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder during pregnancy affects childhood neurodevelopment. A TikTok ‘expert’ says you have PTSD—but do you? Here's what a real expert saysLet's set the record straight on social media's casual and often inaccurate portrayal of post-traumatic stress disorder, and its questionable suggested interventions. Women who take the pill are less likely to be depressed: study A new study of thousands of U.S. women shows that the prevalence of major depression is lower among those taking the birth control pill. Winter brings more than ugly sweaters: How the season affects people’s brains and behaviour While it’s one thing to identify seasonal tendencies in the population, it’s much trickier to try to untangle why they exist. No increased risk of suicide or psychiatric conditions in isotretinoin users A new review and meta-analysis suggests that isotretinoin may actually lower the risk of suicide attempts two to four years following treatment. More risk of C. difficile in hospitalized patients taking antidepressants Given the increasingly widespread use of antidepressants, researchers believe more attention should be paid to the risks for hospitalized patients. Biomarkers can help measure depression recovery New research on deep brain stimulation shows how objective biomarkers could help make treatment more precise A quarter of dermatology patients have anxiety disorders: study We know anxiety is more common in people with chronic health problems, and those with skin conditions are no exception. QUIZ: Brush up on bipolar disorder ‘Manic depression is a frustrating mess,’ sang Jimi Hendrix. Thankfully, there are many treatment options. Test your knowledge of bipolar disorder and its management here. Single dose of psilocybin treated major depressive disorder for six weeks, study finds The researchers found that the hallucinogenic psilocybin was associated with a ‘rapid and sustained antidepressant effect.’ First Previous 21 22 23 24 25 Next Last