Hormones control essential processes like growth, metabolism, mood, and reproduction, but when their balance is disrupted, it ...

In terms of sleep, the Evolution of Pathways to Insomnia Cohort (EPIC) study shows that those who deal directly with stressful events are more likely to experience good sleep quality. Using medication ...

Depression, one of the most prevalent mental health disorders worldwide, is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, impaired daily functioning and a loss of interest in daily activities, ...

Stress—whether in the form of chronic stress, unresolved trauma, or emotional overwhelm—is an issue that affects people across all walks of life. 80% of adults report feeling daily stress, with three ...

When it comes to the most common mental health issues, we’ve long overemphasized the role of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. Recently, especially in the case of depression and serotonin ...

Psychedelics activate the 5-HT2A receptor, upregulate brain-derived neurotrophic factor, and enhance synaptic plasticity, leading to therapeutic potential for stress and psychiatric disorders.

Have you ever stared blankly at a screen, forgotten simple tasks, or struggled to articulate your thoughts during a meeting? These moments of mental lapse might seem harmless at first, but when they ...

New research reveals that prolonged stress alters brain function, reducing sensitivity to sound over time. This study uncovers how the brain adapts to chronic stress, prioritizing other senses while ...

Disbelief. Judgment. Gaslighting. Dismissal. These are among the responses that patients with chronic, complex disorders, including long COVID, have received from many health care providers. These ...

Minority stress describes the stressful situations individuals may encounter due to their ethnicity, race, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Everyone experiences stress from time to time.