Discovering a Hidden Brain Circuit Could Transform OCD Treatment
A team of neuroscientists has identified a previously uncharted neural pathway that appears to drive obsessive‑compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms. The study, co
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Teen Loneliness Linked to Future Job Instability
A new study reveals that adolescents who experience loneliness may face a higher risk of unstable or insecure employment in young adulthood. Conducted by resear
Meditation May Backfire for Those With Persistent Anxiety
Dr. Kyle Elliott, a tech‑career coach and mental‑health advocate, warns that conventional meditation can worsen stress for people with generalized anxiety disor
Counselors, Therapists, and Psychologists: What Sets Them Apart
In a recent exploration of mental‑health careers, experts clarified the distinctions among counselors, therapists, and psychologists. The piece, published in Se
Anhedonia Emerges as Key Indicator of Trauma and Suicide Risk in Clinical Settings
Anita H. Clayton, MD, highlighted the growing importance of anhedonia—loss of pleasure—in diagnosing past trauma and forecasting future suicide attempts and rel
Daily Steps Linked to Reduced Depression Risk in Teens
A large-scale study tracking over 5,500 American adolescents has found that higher daily step counts are associated with thicker brain regions involved in emoti
Brain Reward Networks Show Unusual Hyper-Connectivity in Autism, Study Finds
Researchers have discovered that the brain's reward system in autistic individuals connects more strongly with social processing networks than previously unders
Online Therapy Builds Strong Therapeutic Bonds Like In-Person Care
Research shows video and text-based therapy can form a therapeutic alliance as strong as face-to-face sessions, challenging assumptions about digital treatment
Does MRI‑Based Targeting Enhance Outcomes in Accelerated TMS for Depression?
Brandon Bentzley, MD, PhD, explains that SAINT is becoming a cornerstone for treating severe depression. The therapy delivers rapid symptom relief, allowing pat
Accelerated TMS Protocol Achieves Rapid Remission in Treatment-Resistant Depression
Researchers report that a brain imaging-guided transcranial magnetic stimulation approach called SAINT delivers remission in days rather than weeks for patients
Loneliness in Childhood Leaves Lasting Marks on Adult Life
A six‑year study published in the journal *Development and Psychopathology* examined how feelings of isolation in childhood affect people when they reach adulth
Trauma and Borderline Traits Shape Female Criminal Justice Outcomes
Women in the criminal justice system face complex psychological challenges. Their histories often include significant childhood adversity and victimization. The