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UofL receives two federal grants to help increase Kentuckians' access to health care

The University of Louisville has received $6.5 million through two federal grants to help increase Kentuckians' access to health care, particularly in underserved rural and urban areas.

5 Dec 2023

Younger adults hit hardest by pandemic-related anxiety and depression

A JAMA Network Open study reveals age-related disparities in anxiety and depression among U.S. adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, with younger adults (18-39 years) experiencing higher levels of these mental health issues.

4 Dec 2023

Study offers new insights into ketamine's rewiring of the brain

Ketamine – an anesthetic also known for its illicit use as a recreational drug – has undergone a thorough reputational rehabilitation in recent years as the medical establishment has begun to recognize its wide-ranging therapeutic effects.

4 Dec 2023

Pharmacy Forecast Report: Societal issues poised to transform healthcare delivery

Societal issues - including the growth in ultra-high-cost treatments, the epidemic of mental health and substance use disorders, climate change, and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) - could alter how health systems serve their communities within five years, according to the latest annual ASHP/ASHP Foundation Pharmacy Forecast Report.

4 Dec 2023

UVA researchers discover how Lactobacillus may help prevent depression and anxiety

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have discovered how Lactobacillus, a bacterium found in fermented foods and yogurt, helps the body manage stress and may help prevent depression and anxiety. The findings open the door to new therapies to treat anxiety, depression and other mental-health conditions.

4 Dec 2023

Gut microbe Lactobacillus found to bolster stress resilience, new study reveals

Study demonstrates that the gut microbe Lactobacillus helps maintain normal levels of the cytokine interferon-gamma (IFNγ), providing protection against stress-induced disruptions in a mouse model. The findings suggest Lactobacillus's crucial role in building resilience to environmental stressors, highlighting its potential in treating mood disorders.

3 Dec 2023

Study suggests the need for more education and screening of older adults for cannabis-related risks

More older Americans use cannabis now than before the pandemic, with 12% saying they've consumed a THC-containing substance in the past year and 4% saying they do so multiple times a week, according to a new study of people aged 50 to 80.

1 Dec 2023

Adverse childhood experiences may increase the odds of muscle dysmorphia in young people

A new study published in Clinical Social Work Journal found that adolescents and young adults who experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) before the age of 18 were significantly more likely to experience symptoms of muscle dysmorphia.

1 Dec 2023

Novel screening tool and emotional recovery program may provide mental health support for trauma patients

A novel screening tool helps to identify hospitalized trauma patients at high risk for later mental health problems, and an emotional recovery program for trauma patients is feasible, according to two studies published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS).

1 Dec 2023

Explosive Desantis-Newsom debate reflects nation’s culture wars

Fox News officially titled it "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate." But the faceoff quickly turned into a full-out political brawl between Gavin Newsom, California's Democratic governor who isn't running for president; and Ron DeSantis, the Florida Republican governor who is, and is not gaining ground against former President Donald Trump in voter polls.

1 Dec 2023

Social media posts can negatively impact perceptions of mental health treatment

Research has shown that social media can negatively impact people's mental health. But can it affect people's beliefs about mental health treatment?

30 Nov 2023

Microbiome-derived molecules combat anxiety and depression caused by methamphetamine

This new article publication from Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B, discusses how gut microbiota-derived short-chain fatty acids ameliorate methamphetamine-induced depression- and anxiety-like behaviors in a Sigmar-1 receptor-dependent manner.

30 Nov 2023

Rethinking the internet's role in mental health: Recent study challenges common perceptions

Researchers examined the impact of the growth in internet technology on psychological well-being and overall mental health.

30 Nov 2023

Can a transdiagnostic, blended ecological momentary intervention improve self-esteem in youth with low self-esteem and prior exposure to childhood adversity?

A new study in JAMA Psychiatry reports on the results of a four-year randomized clinical trial (RCT) comparing usual care alone or coupled with SELFIE, a form of EMI, in young people with a history of adversity during childhood.

30 Nov 2023

Novel TMS protocol shows promise for treating hard-to-treat depression

By making slight modifications to an already approved brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), researchers have reported profound improvement in patients with hard-to-treat depression.

29 Nov 2023

UT Health San Antonio launches new center to transform community and global oral health

The School of Dentistry of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio has launched the Center for Global and Community Oral Health, designed to bring together various existing outreach and research programs under one umbrella to study and develop solutions to the most pressing dental challenges facing the global population.

29 Nov 2023

Science tackles mental health: New tools against anxiety and depression in a stressed world

This review in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences discusses the role of scientific tools in combating mental health disorders like anxiety, MDD, and PTSD, emphasizing the need for a deep scientific understanding and diverse treatment approaches in the face of a global surge in psychological stress. The study explores stress biology, treatment strategies, and the importance of personalized scientific approaches to effectively address the mental health crisis.

29 Nov 2023

Genetic study sheds new light on the intricate link between sleep problems and psychiatric conditions

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Mental Health News and Research

Latest Mental Health News and Research

UofL receives two federal grants to help increase Kentuckians' access to health care

Younger adults hit hardest by pandemic-related anxiety and depression

Study offers new insights into ketamine's rewiring of the brain

Pharmacy Forecast Report: Societal issues poised to transform healthcare delivery

UVA researchers discover how Lactobacillus may help prevent depression and anxiety

Gut microbe Lactobacillus found to bolster stress resilience, new study reveals

Study suggests the need for more education and screening of older adults for cannabis-related risks

Adverse childhood experiences may increase the odds of muscle dysmorphia in young people

Novel screening tool and emotional recovery program may provide mental health support for trauma patients

Explosive Desantis-Newsom debate reflects nation’s culture wars

Social media posts can negatively impact perceptions of mental health treatment

Microbiome-derived molecules combat anxiety and depression caused by methamphetamine

Rethinking the internet's role in mental health: Recent study challenges common perceptions

Can a transdiagnostic, blended ecological momentary intervention improve self-esteem in youth with low self-esteem and prior exposure to childhood adversity?

Novel TMS protocol shows promise for treating hard-to-treat depression

UT Health San Antonio launches new center to transform community and global oral health

Science tackles mental health: New tools against anxiety and depression in a stressed world

Genetic study sheds new light on the intricate link between sleep problems and psychiatric conditions

Study finds no evidence to suggest cannabis reduces illicit opioid use

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