Mental health
Researchers have made a significant discovery in understanding the mental health condition of psychosis, specifically focusing on schizophrenia. A recent study published in Molecular Psychiatry found that glutamatergic dysfunction is a key factor in this condition. The study involved measuring glutamate levels in the brains of patients with first-episode psychosis
Mental health
A randomized controlled trial conducted at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, has revealed that computerized social cognition training can improve overall facial emotion recognition in individuals with schizophrenia disorder (SZ). The study, sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Foundation,
Mental health
Individuals who experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are more likely to experience suicidal thoughts and behaviors, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology. Researchers from the University of Toledo explored the relationship between PTSD symptoms and suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and found that
Mental health
A significant proportion of psychiatric outpatients experience suicidal ideation, which is often linked to higher symptom severity, male gender, and younger age. According to a recent study published in Nordic Psychology, treatment as usual resulted in moderate to large improvements for suicidal ideation in approximately half of the participants. However,
Mental health
Research findings on the mental health challenges faced by U.S. adolescents exposed to neighborhood violence have been released by a team of researchers from the Medical University of Varna, Bulgaria. The study, which drew data from the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), analyzed a subsample of 3495 adolescents
Mental health
Research from Oklahoma State University reveals a persistent decline in the mental health of graduate students, with those holding multiple minoritized identities facing unique challenges. The study drew on intersectionality and minority stress theories to examine the relationships between depression, anxiety, stress, quality of life, and suicide risk among graduate
Mental health
Research has consistently shown a significant relationship between Alzheimer's disease and increased risk of suicidal behavior, with a notable gap in understanding the historical prevalence of suicidal ideations and attempts among individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. An investigation by researchers from Faculdade de Medicina de Sao
Autism
A systematic review has examined the effects of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on narrative microstructure and macrostructure, providing new insights into the language and social cognition challenges faced by individuals with ASD. This review synthesizes previous research, showing that children with ASD typically produce narratives that are shorter, less diverse,
Autism
Researchers at the University of Jordan have made a groundbreaking discovery in the early detection of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). According to a study published in Scientific Reports, the team proposes an AI-based framework model that combines attention layers, residual layers, and bidirectional long short-term memory (BiLSTM) models to improve
Autism
Research conducted in Yokohama, Japan has shed light on the long-term outcomes of regression in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study, funded by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, analyzed data from 168 participants who were diagnosed with ASD by age seven and were born between 1988
Autism
Caregivers of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Myanmar face significant challenges, including communication issues, gaps in care, and unmet needs. A recent study examined the difficulties experienced by caregivers and highlighted the need for patient-centered healthcare services that incorporate the biopsychosocial model. The study's findings have
Menopause
My aunt has suffered from a series of life-altering events, including the loss of two children, the death of her husband, depression, and recent health issues. She is now experiencing severe menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and night sweats. She is hesitant to consider hormone replacement therapy due to concerns
