Case report details vitamin B12 treatment for nitrous oxide induced neurological damage
Nitrous oxide linked to lasting brain fog and nerve damage
This case report describes a patient with protracted encephalopathy associated with nitrous oxide use who received vitamin B12 supplementati…
Chronic nitrous oxide use can cause lasting brain fog and nerve damage, and a new case report shows vitamin B12 may help but long-term plans…
Guideline proposes design principles for technology to reduce child sexual abuse material viewing
A New App Helps People Stop Viewing Harmful Images
This guideline synthesizes qualitative findings from at-risk individuals and service providers in four European countries. It proposes seven…
A new app design helps people stop viewing harmful images by giving them full control over their own privacy and safety features.
Meta-analysis of psychosocial interventions for older adults with subclinical depression and anxiety
A Simple Mental Health Tool Can Shield Older Adults From Depression
This meta-analysis of 58 randomized controlled trials synthesized evidence on psychosocial interventions for older adults with subclinical d…
A new analysis of 58 studies shows that simple talk-based programs can prevent depression and anxiety in older adults, with benefits lasting…
Meta-analysis identifies genetic links between IBS and psychiatric traits in European ancestry populations
New genes link gut pain to depression and anxiety risks
This meta-analysis examines genetic correlations between irritable bowel syndrome, major depressive disorder, and neuroticism in individuals…
A massive genetic study shows irritable bowel syndrome shares DNA roots with depression and anxiety, hinting at why gut pain often comes wit…
Meta-analysis links high homocysteine levels to worse cognitive scores in depression patients
High Homocysteine Levels Link To Worse Thinking In Depression
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the association between homocysteine levels and cognitive function in 1,269 patients with…
High homocysteine levels are strongly linked to worse thinking skills in people with depression, suggesting a clear path for better brain he…
Exposure to T gondii linked to small psychiatric risks but causality remains uncertain in current reviews
Cat owners might face higher risks for certain mental health struggles
Current reviews suggest small-to-moderate associations between T. gondii exposure and conditions like schizophrenia, yet evidence for cat ow…
New research suggests a hidden parasite from cats might slightly increase the risk of mental health issues like schizophrenia and anxiety in…
Meta-analysis shows exercise training improves depressive and anxiety symptoms in 1208 COPD patients
Exercise cuts depression and anxiety in COPD patients by a third
This meta-analysis evaluated the impact of exercise training on depressive and anxiety symptoms in 1208 patients with chronic obstructive pu…
Exercise training significantly reduces depression and anxiety in people with COPD, with benefits growing after about 25 hours of total trai…
Umbrella review of 134 reviews links autism with elevated risks for multiple adverse outcomes including anxiety and suicidality
Autistic people face higher risks for mental health issues and daily life challenges
This umbrella review synthesizes 134 existing reviews to examine outcomes in autistic people. The authors report elevated risks for a broad …
A review of 134 studies shows autistic individuals often face higher risks for anxiety, mood problems, and self-harm. They also struggle mor…
Systematic review on nocebo effect induction in chronic conditions and clinical communication
Negative words in doctor talks can make physical symptoms feel worse for patients with long-term health issues
This systematic review synthesizes experimental evidence on inducing nocebo effects through verbal suggestion or negatively framed communica…
A review of studies shows that negative suggestions from doctors can increase pain and other symptoms. This happens because the brain reacts…
Narrative review on mindfulness and hypnotherapy for sexual desire disorders
Mindfulness therapy boosts sexual desire more than hypnosis right now
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on mindfulness-based interventions and clinical hypnotherapy for sexual desire disorders. The aut…
New research shows mindfulness training helps sexual desire more than hypnosis does right now
CBT Chatbots Show Moderate Depression Relief But High Bias Limits Confidence In Anxiety Findings
CBT Chatbots Help Depression and Anxiety Now
A meta-analysis of twenty-nine trials found CBT-oriented chatbots moderately reduced depressive symptoms but showed small, nonsignificant ef…
New research shows chatbots based on therapy skills can ease depression and anxiety symptoms for many adults today.
Transdiagnostic behavior therapy shows comparable efficacy to disorder-specific therapies in veterans with depression, PTSD, and panic disorder
Veterans with depression or anxiety found similar results using transdiagnostic behavior therapy compared to disorder specific treatments
This randomized controlled trial in 304 veterans compared transdiagnostic behavior therapy to disorder-specific therapies for major depressi…
A study of 304 veterans showed that transdiagnostic behavior therapy worked just as well as standard disorder specific treatments. Patients …