October 27, 2015 Bullied kids are more likely to be depressed years later Being bullied in adolescence may make kids more vulnerable to depression in early adulthood and explain almost a third of depression burden at that age, according to a new study in the U.K.
October 27, 2015 Sandy’s mental health impact looms large Kathy and Mark Michaels huddled in the attic of their Long Beach home as Superstorm Sandy turned streets into canals, ripped apart the iconic boardwalk and snapped electrical lines.
October 27, 2015 Suicide by suffocation increasing among US youths, study says Young Americans are increasingly using suffocation and hanging to commit suicide, according to government data released on Thursday.
October 27, 2015 Female bosses more prone to depression than male counterparts, study says A new study published in the Journal of Health and Social Behavior offers evidence that gender discrimination can negatively impact the mental health of people with authority at work.
October 27, 2015 Depressed adolescents face increased heart disease risk Adolescents with major depression or bipolar disease face an increased risk of early heart disease and may need early intervention to prevent it, according to a scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).
October 27, 2015 Workplace bullying may increase risk of suicidal thoughts Workers who are victims of bullying on the job may become more likely to contemplate suicide than people who don't experience a hostile office environment, a Norwegian study suggests.
October 27, 2015 Researchers develop animal model to study postpartum depression, treatments Anywhere from 8 to 19 percent of women report having frequent postpartum depressive symptoms, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
October 27, 2015 Wirelessly powered brain implant could treat depression A wirelessly powered implant the size of a grain of rice can electrically stimulate the brains of mice as the rodents do what they please. The new gadget could help scientists better understand and treat mental health disorders such as depression, according to a new study.
October 27, 2015 Walking or biking to work may make you happier Walking to work is not only good for your body; it may also benefit your psychological health, a new study from England suggests.
October 27, 2015 Suicide risk factors for US Army soldiers identified A new study identifies distinct profiles for U.S. army officers and enlisted soldiers at highest risk of attempting suicide.