Category: Mental Health

  • Text Therapy as Effective as Video Calls for Treating Depression, New Study Finds

    New research published in JAMA Network Open reveals that text-based psychotherapy can effectively treat depression, rivaling traditional live video sessions. The study offers promising news for the millions of individuals battling depression each year, highlighting greater accessibility and flexibility in mental health care. The study analyzed outcomes from 850 adults who received either message-based psychotherapy…

  • New Study Reveals Emotional Toll of Fitness Apps

    Some users of popular fitness and calorie counting apps experience feelings of shame, disappointment and demotivation, potentially undermining their health and well-being, according to a new study led by researchers at University College London (UCL) and Loughborough University. The study, published in the British Journal of Health Psychology, analyzed 58,881 Twitter posts related to five…

  • AI Chatbots Found to Violate Mental Health Ethics, New Study Reveals

    As AI chatbots become increasingly popular for mental health advice, a new study from Brown University exposes how these digital assistants systematically violate ethical standards set by organizations such as the American Psychological Association. The research, conducted by computer scientists and mental health practitioners at Brown, identified a variety of ethical violations committed by chatbots,…

  • New Study Confirms Healing Power of Music and Nature on Mental Health

    A new study has confirmed that the combined use of music and nature-based therapies can significantly enhance mental, emotional and physical health. This innovative approach could offer a novel, accessible alternative to traditional therapies. Led by Michelle Hand, a licensed clinical social worker and holistic-therapy researcher at George Mason University, the study presents compelling evidence…

  • Just Believing Help Is Available Enhances Well-Being: New Study

    People who feel supported by their family, friends and colleagues tend to thrive mentally, physically and socially, according to new research published by the American Psychological Association. “This study underscores the importance of considering the associations between multiple types and sources of perceived social support and multiple domains of human thriving,” lead author GeckHong Yeo,…

  • New Study Finds Mindset Shift Can Reduce Depression After Catastrophe

    In an illuminating new study, researchers led by Stanford University have found that a strategic shift in mindset can help people who have endured catastrophes, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, experience tangible mental and physical health benefits. Published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, the study involved a randomized, controlled trial where one group…

  • Sense of Purpose May Lower Risk of Dementia: New Study

    Groundbreaking research from the University of California, Davis, indicates that having a strong sense of purpose in life may significantly reduce the risk of dementia as people age. Published in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, the study followed over 13,000 adults aged 45 and older for up to 15 years. The researchers discovered that…

  • Alarming Anxiety Rates Among Autistic College Students Uncovered in New Study

    Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York, have identified significantly higher rates of anxiety and depression among autistic college students compared to their non-autistic peers, according to a new study. This alarming discovery raises critical questions about the mental health support structures currently in place for this vulnerable student population. The study, which…

  • The Meditation App Revolution: Backed by Science

    Meditation apps are rapidly becoming a global phenomenon with millions of downloads and a widespread user base. According to a recent review paper published in the journal American Psychologist, these apps are not just popular but are also proving to be effective tools for improving mental health. “Meditation apps, such as Calm and Headspace, have…

  • Daily Exercise Could Lead to Better Sleep, New Study Reveals

    A recent study from The University of Texas at Austin has shed new light on the impact of daily exercise on sleep quality. The research highlights that consistent, daily physical activity could significantly enhance the quality of deep, restorative sleep, contributing to improved mood and mental health. Published in the Journal of Physical Activity &…