Minimal sex and gender differences in mental health symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic
Men and Women Show Similar Mental Health Changes During COVID-19
Researchers analyzed mental health outcomes across various cohorts to compare symptom changes between men and women during the COVID-19 pand…
A large review of over 60,000 people found no significant difference between men and women regarding anxiety, depression, or stress during t…
High-dose vitamin D shows no superior effect over low-dose for Major Depressive Disorder
Testing High Dose Vitamin D for Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder
This randomized controlled trial of 281 outpatients with mild to severe depression found no significant difference between high-dose and low…
A clinical trial tested if high doses of vitamin D help people with depression more than low doses.
Combined sleep and circadian interventions improve depressive symptoms and sleep quality in adults with mental disorders
Sleep and Circadian Interventions May Ease Depressive Symptoms
This systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials indicates that combined sleep and circadian interventions significantly reduce…
Targeting sleep and circadian rhythms may improve mood, sleep quality, and daily functioning for adults living with depression and other men…
Stress, PTSD, and Anxiety Linked to Worse Urinary Incontinence
Stress and trauma are linked to worse urinary incontinence
In women veterans, higher stress, anxiety, PTSD, and military sexual trauma were linked to more severe urinary incontinence and lower treatm…
New data shows that women veterans with higher stress, anxiety, and PTSD experience more severe symptoms of urinary incontinence.
Circadian rhythm disruption is a core pathophysiological mechanism for anxiety and depressive disorders
Circadian Disruption Linked to Anxiety and Depression
This systematic review examines the role of circadian rhythms in mental health. It identifies circadian disruption as a primary pathophysiol…
A new review suggests fixing your body clock could be key to treating anxiety and depression, not just a side effect.
VRET Reduces PTSD Symptoms in Military Veterans
Virtual Reality Therapy Shows Promise for Veterans with PTSD
Meta-analysis finds virtual reality exposure therapy significantly cuts PTSD symptoms in veterans, though effects vs controls are modest.
A review of data suggests that virtual reality exposure therapy can significantly reduce the severity of PTSD symptoms in military veterans.
Active travel research among Chinese children and adolescents is predominantly cross-sectional and self-reported
Active Travel Research in Chinese Youth Lacks Strong Studies
This scoping review synthesized 16 studies regarding active travel (AT) among children and adolescents in China. The findings indicate a hea…
A review of 16 studies finds most research on active travel in Chinese youth is cross-sectional and self-reported, limiting conclusions.
Multidisciplinary interventions including physical activity and family-centered care may mitigate depression in children with ASD
Depression in Autism: Protective Factors Identified
This narrative review synthesizes modifiable risk and protective factors for depression in children and adolescents with autism spectrum dis…
A new review finds physical activity and family support may help protect autistic children from depression.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia research highlights digital delivery and management of comorbid conditions
Mapping the growth of therapy for chronic insomnia and sleep
This bibliometric analysis mapped the evolving landscape of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) across various medical and psy…
A massive review of thousands of records identifies key research trends and growing focus areas for cognitive behavioral therapy for insomni…
Dancing matches exercise for fitness and quality of life, beats it for muscle strength in older adults
Dancing Provides Significant Muscle Strength Gains for Older Adults During Regular Exercise
This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials compared dancing with exercise in 1,881 older adults. Dancing and exercise had similar ef…
Dancing is a great way for seniors to stay active. It builds muscle strength just as well as traditional exercise.
Music intervention significantly reduces anxiety during CT or MRI examinations in 972 patients
Music helps reduce patient anxiety during CT and MRI scans
This meta-analysis of 6 RCTs involving 972 patients found that music interventions significantly reduced post-intervention anxiety (SMD = -1…
Listening to music can significantly lower anxiety levels for patients undergoing medical imaging like CT or MRI scans.
Dopamine Agonists Tied to Impulse-Control Disorders in Pituitary Adenomas
Dopamine Agonists Linked to Impulse-Control Disorders
Meta-analysis links dopamine agonists to a 2.39-fold higher odds of impulse-control disorders in pituitary adenoma patients.
A new meta-analysis finds dopamine agonists for pituitary tumors are tied to a higher risk of impulse-control disorders.