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Sleep medications increase the risk of dementia in whites, study shows

A new study shows that sleep medications increase the risk of dementia in whites. But the type and quantity of the medication may be factors in explaining the higher risk.

31 Jan 2023

Study shows link between older adults with asthma and depression risk during COVID-19 pandemic

A recent, prospective study of approximately 2,000 older adults in Canada published online this month in the journal Respiratory Medicine found that older adults with asthma were at high risk of depression during the COVID-19 pandemic.

19 Jan 2023

Mapping Matters: new cellular atlas of endometriosis for better understanding of the disease

In this interview, News Medical spoke to Kate Lawrenson, Ph.D., about their latest research which detailed the molecular profile of endometriosis to help improve therapeutic options for the millions of women suffering from the disease.

19 Jan 2023

Review and meta-analysis suggests breathwork may be effective for improving stress and mental health

The findings of a study published in Scientific Reports suggest that practicing breathing exercises helps decrease stress and improve mental health.

13 Jan 2023

Performing acts of kindness may help people suffering from depression or anxiety

People suffering from symptoms of depression or anxiety may help heal themselves by doing good deeds for others, new research shows.

10 Jan 2023

Study: Almost a third of patients with chronic pain use cannabis

As more U.S. states legalize cannabis (also known as marijuana) for medical and recreational use, increasing numbers of people are experimenting with it for pain relief. According to a new study published in JAMA Network Open, almost a third of patients with chronic pain reported using cannabis to manage it.

6 Jan 2023

Brief tele-cognitive behavioral therapy for head and neck cancer survivors with body-image distress shows promising results

Talking, smiling, eating together – these are all social activities that are inherent to the human experience. But for some head and neck cancer survivors, they are dreaded tasks.

6 Jan 2023

The interrelationship between diet, physical health, and depression

A recent Journal of Affective Disorders study examined the interrelationship between diet, physical health, and depression.

4 Jan 2023

Study looks at self-reported physical health status of refugees, immigrants, and Canadian-born individuals

With the projected influx of refugees coming to Canada, particularly with global crises such as the war in Ukraine, it is imperative to understand the health outcomes of refugees who settle in Canada.

16 Dec 2022

Study identifies factors linked to well-being as people age

What are the keys to "successful" or optimal aging? A new study followed more than 7000 middle-aged and older Canadians for approximately three years to identify the factors linked to well-being as we age.

13 Dec 2022

Researchers examine hesitancy to use evidence-based treatment for childhood anxiety disorders

Both medication and a specific form of talk therapy called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are proven evidence-based treatments for children and adolescents with anxiety disorders.

5 Dec 2022

Study implicates a specific type of brain cell as key player underlying the impact of stressors

More than 70% of adults will experience at least one traumatic experience, such as a life-threatening illness or accident, violent assault or natural disaster, in their lifetimes and nearly a third will experience four or more, according to global data.

1 Dec 2022

Memory: a revolutionary treatment for mental health disorders and neurodegeneration?

In this interview, we speak to Dr. Steve Ramirez about his latest neuroscience research that investigated the power of our memories.

2 Nov 2022

Individualized treatment for back pain leads to increased effect compared to standard therapies

If a therapy for chronic back pain is tailored specifically to a patient's individual requirements, the chances of success are far greater than with standard forms of treatment.

18 Oct 2022

Clinical trial to examine new tools to improve psychological treatment for young people with depression

Some studies have shown alarming numbers of young people suffering from symptoms of depression.

6 Oct 2022

McLean Hospital-affiliated clinicians launch virtual treatment program for anxiety and OCD in children, teens

To tackle the growing mental health crisis facing children and adolescents and the difficulties families face accessing treatments for disorders such as anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), two McLean Hospital-affiliated clinicians have launched an innovative virtual treatment program called InStride Health.

4 Oct 2022

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy News and Research

Sleep medications increase the risk of dementia in whites, study shows

Study shows link between older adults with asthma and depression risk during COVID-19 pandemic

Mapping Matters: new cellular atlas of endometriosis for better understanding of the disease

Review and meta-analysis suggests breathwork may be effective for improving stress and mental health

Performing acts of kindness may help people suffering from depression or anxiety

Study: Almost a third of patients with chronic pain use cannabis

Brief tele-cognitive behavioral therapy for head and neck cancer survivors with body-image distress shows promising results

The interrelationship between diet, physical health, and depression

Study looks at self-reported physical health status of refugees, immigrants, and Canadian-born individuals

Study identifies factors linked to well-being as people age

Researchers examine hesitancy to use evidence-based treatment for childhood anxiety disorders

Study implicates a specific type of brain cell as key player underlying the impact of stressors

Memory: a revolutionary treatment for mental health disorders and neurodegeneration?

Individualized treatment for back pain leads to increased effect compared to standard therapies

Clinical trial to examine new tools to improve psychological treatment for young people with depression

McLean Hospital-affiliated clinicians launch virtual treatment program for anxiety and OCD in children, teens

Targeted cognitive behavioral therapy can reduce food allergy-related anxiety for children and parents

Lifestyle interventions can help pediatricians meet the growing need for youth depression management

Gut microbes can also impact a person's neurological and emotional health, UTSW researcher says

Experts offer practical recommendations to deal with sleep problems during heat waves

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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