Childhood ADHD may raise later obesity risk for women Young women who were diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in childhood are more likely to be obese than peers without an ADHD diagnosis, according to a U.S. study.
Out of shape in middle age may mean a smaller brain later People who are out of shape in midlife may end up with smaller brain volume as they age compared to peers who exercise regularly, a according to a U.S. study.
Study finds concerning trends among Dutch assisted suicide cases Laws permitting assisted suicide may justify the right of even psychiatric patients to end their lives in theory, but the reality of implementing such programs is messy, a study of the Netherlands finds.
Dementia rate fell 44 percent since late 1970s, Framingham study finds Dementia is on the decline, according to a new analysis of health records from thousands of people in one Massachusetts town.
Eating fish may benefit older adults at risk for dementia For older people, the brain-protecting benefits of eating fish outweigh any potential harms from mercury, according to a small U.S. brain study.
Refugee mental health needs could overwhelm, experts fear BOSTON (AP) -- For the thousands of Syrian refugees expected to arrive in the U.S. in coming months, the first order of business will be securing the basics - health care, jobs, education and a safe home.
App offers therapy at your fingertips Therapy can be a useful tool for people who are dealing with stress and anxiety, but scheduling conflicts and the stigma attached to it may prevent many from seeking much-needed help. Simply having someone to talk to about the troubles you face without judgment can help bring comfort to your life. For those who choose forego therapy, there’s an app that helps users find solace in other ways.
Kids with step-siblings are more likely to be aggressive Kids with step- or half-siblings are more likely to behave aggressively than those who don't have this added complexity in their family structure, researchers at the University of Michigan report in the journal Demography.
Pregnancy may help soothe PTSD symptoms in at-risk women For women suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), pregnancy may reduce their symptoms, found a new study published in the journal Depression and Anxiety.
