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Scientists discovered two gut bacteria that produce serotonin and normalize digestion in mice, opening new paths to treat irritable bowel syndrome. People with IBS have lower levels of one of these bacteria.
Scientists engineered a new version of the psychedelic compound from magic mushrooms that fights depression without causing hallucinations. Early tests in mice show the modified drug delivers brain benefits while dramatically reducing mind-altering effects.
Researchers discovered how to help the brain unlearn fear faster, opening new doors for treating anxiety and PTSD. By activating specific neurons in mice, they dramatically accelerated recovery from learned fears.
While "Blue Monday" is just marketing hype, winter really does affect our mood and energy levels. Simple daily actions like getting sunlight, moving your body, and connecting with friends can make a powerful difference.
UC Davis researchers have developed new compounds that could treat depression and PTSD with the healing power of psychedelics but without hallucinations. The breakthrough discovery uses simple amino acids and UV light to create an entirely new class of mental health treatments.
A neuroscientist reveals that depression isn't just a chemical imbalance, and a decades-old drug could offer relief within hours instead of weeks. The discovery could transform how millions of people find help for depression.
A neuroscientist reveals that depression may not stem from chemical imbalances alone. A decades-old drug shows promise for relief within hours by rewiring the brain.
Today marks the 31st annual Random Acts of Kindness Day, a movement that's grown from a Denver nonprofit into a global celebration with over 261,000 participants in 89 countries. Science backs what the heart already knows: simple gestures like paying for someone's coffee or leaving encouraging notes actually lower stress hormones and boost happiness.
University of South Florida researchers are running clinical trials using psilocybin to help people with serious mental health conditions. The studies could open new treatment paths for patients who haven't found relief through traditional therapies.
For the first time in decades, Americans with treatment-resistant depression have two powerful new options that work differently than anything before. Clinical trials show these breakthrough treatments are helping patients who've struggled for years finally find relief.
Scientists have discovered that rain does more than cool us down. It releases mood-boosting ions and scrubs pollution from the air we breathe.
A major study of 5,000 Australian adults found gardening significantly boosts mental wellbeing and life satisfaction, especially for those who tend plants for 2.5 hours or more each week. Even small amounts of gardening time showed measurable improvements in mental health outcomes.
A biotechnology company has developed elismetrep, a novel drug that works differently from existing migraine treatments and could help the 70% of patients who don't find relief with current options. The drug targets a previously unexplored pathway in pain neurons, offering new hope for millions of migraine sufferers.
Scientists just solved a major brain research puzzle by creating sensors that can track both chemical and electrical activity simultaneously. This breakthrough could revolutionize how we understand and treat depression, Parkinson's, and addiction.
Those groan-worthy dad jokes aren't just annoying—they're actually rewiring your brain for the better. New research shows a single laughter session from corny puns can slash stress hormones by more than a third while strengthening family bonds.
Saskatoon is turning random acts of kindness into a week-long celebration with bingo cards, prizes, and 20 community hubs across the city. The February 16-21 event gives everyone a simple way to spread joy while boosting their own wellbeing.
A breakthrough therapy for hallucinations and delusions in Alzheimer's patients just earned FDA fast-track status, bringing hope to millions facing a condition with no approved treatments. Results from ongoing trials are expected this fall.
More than 700,000 young Brits now regularly watch birds, up from just 61,000 eight years ago. The RSPB says birdwatching is now Gen Z's second fastest-growing hobby.
A journalist retrained her body's natural wake-up system in seven days using simple sleep science tricks. The results could help millions struggling with groggy mornings and alarm clock dependency.
New research shows one ketamine infusion can reduce severe depression symptoms within hours, not weeks. For people with treatment-resistant depression, this rapid-acting treatment offers hope when traditional antidepressants fail.
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