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July 4, 2025

The heat has a surprising effect on the brain — here's what doctors want you to know

Extreme heat can affect brain function and mental health, causing irritability, anxiety and cognitive issues, with experts providing tips to protect your brain.

June 24, 2025

Single dose of 'magic mushrooms' provides 5 years of depression relief, researchers find

The magic mushroom compound psilocybin shows long-lasting antidepressant effects in a clinical trial, with patients reporting less anxiety and improved daily functioning years later.

June 12, 2025

Low-calorie diets linked to surprising mental health effect, new research shows

A new study links calorie-restrictive diets to higher depressive symptoms, as experts emphasize the role of balanced nutrition and mental health support.

June 12, 2025

Negative thoughts might be changing your brain in surprising ways, study suggests

A study of 20,000 anxiety disorder patients shows how negativity bias affects brain structure, cognitive function and mental health, supporting the view that mental illness is brain illness.

June 7, 2025

Psychedelics as potential mental health treatment are explored by Trump administration

Psychedelics research gains support from the Trump administration for treating PTSD and mental health conditions, with Veterans Affairs exploring treatments that show promise in clinical trials.

June 6, 2025

Billy Joel opens up about affair that led to two suicide attempts

Billy Joel reveals his darkest moments in new documentary "And So It Goes," including two suicide attempts following an affair with his bandmate's wife that led to depression.

May 25, 2025

What is ketamine therapy? Mormon reality stars tout controversial treatment

Jen and Zac Affleck from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" credit ketamine therapy for saving their marriage. A doctor discusses its use in depression treatment and potential risks.

May 17, 2025

Weight loss, diabetes drugs can cause mood changes: What to know about behavioral side effects

Research on weight loss drugs like Ozempic shows varied results for mental health impacts, with some patients experiencing mood and personality changes.

May 7, 2025

Parkinson's patients who take 'magic mushrooms' see key benefits, study finds

A new study finds that psilocybin — a psychedelic compound in certain mushrooms — can improve mood, cognitive function, and motor symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease.

April 11, 2025

Stroke, dementia and depression share these 17 preventable risk factors

A new study from Mass General Brigham (MGB), which identified 17 shared risk factors all linked to stroke, dementia and late-life depression. Researchers and physicians weigh in.