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People Across the Globe Feeling More Sad, Stressed and in Pain Than Ever
By Rachael Rettner published
Worldwide, people's reports of negative emotions — including sadness, worry and stress — reached a record high in 2017, according to a new survey.
How Ketamine Treats Depression: It Acts Like an Opioid, Study Suggests
By Rachael Rettner published
The study shows for the first time that ketamine needs to activate opioid receptors in order to have antidepressant effects.
These Psychedelic Drugs Show Promise for Treating Mental Health Disorders
By Rachael Rettner published
In recent years, a number of small studies have explored the potential for psychedelic drugs to treat certain mental health conditions.
Does Eating Beef Jerky Cause Psychiatric Symptoms? Not So Fast.
By Rafi Letzter published
A new study makes some alarming claims about a relationship between cured meat consumption and bipolar mania, but a lot more research is necessary.
This Mysterious Blood-Flow Disorder Is Often Misdiagnosed As Depression
By Rachael Rettner published
Tori Foles, wife of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles, has this condition, which affects blood flow and is often misdiagnosed.
Why Are Suicide Rates Rising?
By Erik Vance published
Rates of death by suicide have increased in the United States.
Suicide Rates Increase in Nearly All States
By Rachael Rettner published
In a concerning trend, deaths from suicide have increased in nearly every U.S. state in recent years.
These 5 Social Media Habits Are Linked with Depression
By Rachael Rettner published
You might be familiar with the experience of scrolling through your Facebook feed, only to feel like everyone else's lives are better than yours.
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