Interventions reduce mental health symptoms in people affected by extreme weather events across multiple studies
Helpful actions reduce mental health problems after extreme weather events for many people
A comprehensive review of thirty-three studies reveals that targeted interventions significantly improve mental health outcomes for individu…
A review of thirty-three studies shows that specific actions help people feel better after disasters. These steps lower stress, sadness, and…
Systematic review links poor sleep quality and short duration to anxiety in older adults
Poor sleep quality and short sleep duration are linked to higher anxiety in older adults
This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the association between sleep disturbance and anxiety symptoms in 70,716 older adults aged…
A large review of over 70,000 older adults found that bad sleep and short sleep times are strongly connected to feeling anxious. People with…
Narrative review on atrial fibrillation and depression highlights bidirectional links and integrated care needs
Depression and heart rhythm problems may worsen each other
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on the bidirectional relationship between atrial fibrillation and depression. It suggests depress…
A new review suggests depression and atrial fibrillation can fuel each other, making it vital to screen for both conditions together.
Systematic review and meta-analysis of gut microbiota in schizophrenia versus healthy controls
Gut Microbe Differences Linked to Schizophrenia
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated gut microbiota composition in individuals with schizophrenia compared to healthy controls…
A review of 48 studies finds gut bacteria patterns differ in people with schizophrenia, but key diversity measures show no clear change.
Depression screening predicts lower health-related quality of life in ICU survivors
Depression and anxiety symptoms lower health quality for ICU survivors after leaving the hospital
This cross-sectional analysis of pre-randomization data from a randomized controlled trial evaluated 319 intensive care unit survivors. Depr…
A study of 319 ICU survivors found that depression and anxiety symptoms significantly reduce health quality. Screening for these issues is i…
Systematic review and meta-analysis of cross-training effects on VO2max and running performance in active individuals
Cross-training running and cycling shows no clear performance boost
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated cross-training between running and cycling versus run-only or cycle-only training in trai…
A review of seven studies found no meaningful difference in running performance or fitness between mixed training and single-sport workouts …
Review of microbiota-informed approaches for adolescent depression notes limited causal evidence
New review suggests gut health may help teen depression but evidence is still limited
This narrative review examines the role of gut-brain axis perturbations, diet, and psychobiotics in adolescent depression. The authors synth…
A new review suggests that gut health and diet might help with teen depression, but direct proof in young people is still missing.
Scoping review of 87 studies shows bicycling interventions improve psychological and cognitive well-being across 19 countries
Bicycling Interventions Improve Mood, Social Connection, and Cognitive Functioning
This scoping review synthesizes evidence from 87 studies conducted in 19 countries regarding bicycling interventions. The analysis covers ps…
A review of 87 studies from 19 countries suggests bicycling may boost mood, reduce depression, and enhance social connection and cognitive f…
Scoping review evaluates mental health screening tools across 38 studies worldwide
Mental health screening tools show mixed effectiveness across different settings
This scoping review synthesizes evidence from 38 studies regarding mental health screening tools and early detection programs. The authors a…
A review of 38 studies found that mental health screening tools generally work but vary greatly in performance and practical use around the …
Meta-analysis and preclinical study link Limosilactobacillus fermentum to depression
Probiotic shows promise for depression in early research
This meta-analysis and preclinical study found reduced abundance of Limosilactobacillus fermentum in patients with depression. In a mouse mo…
A probiotic strain may help depression by boosting mood-related brain chemicals and reducing inflammation, but only in mice so far.
Internet-based self-help interventions significantly improve IBS symptom severity and quality of life across diverse global populations in this systematic review
Internet self-help programs ease IBS pain and anxiety for thousands
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 2,289 individuals with irritable bowel syndrome across seven countries demonstrates that internet-b…
A large review shows online self-help programs significantly improve IBS symptoms and quality of life for people in seven countries.
Motherly app shows stronger depressive symptom reduction in women with fewer children and higher pediatric consultations
New app helps some new moms feel better when they have fewer kids and see doctors often
This secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial evaluated the Motherly app in 264 women. Intervention effects on depressive symptom…
A phone app helped some new mothers feel less sad, but it worked best for those with fewer children. The study found that using the tool mor…