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A recent study in the American Psychological Association's Journal of Abnormal Psychology found mental health issues increasing among young Americans. The research found that while older adults have not had a significant increase in psychological distress, it has increased with young adults, with partial blame given to an increase in digital media use. [More]

Recently there was an item in the news about a young boy who was with his drug-addicted mother and her boyfriend on a bus. They were in Camden, New Jersey. When they reached their stop the boy tried, unsuccessfully, to arouse the two adults. The man was unable to stand. The mother was unresponsive and appeared to snort something off of her wrist. One of the astonished passengers filmed the event and informed the child welfare authorities that this child was at risk. [More]

Using a garden for therapy at a neuropsychiatric hospital has improved patient outcomes. Now researchers are hoping other hospitals will follow. [More]

Misophonia, a ‘hatred of sound’ is more common than most people realize, affecting approximately 15% of adults. But where can people go where there isn’t noise? Whether visiting a local restaurant or shopping at the grocery store, there is music playing or poor acoustics so it is not easy to find quiet. [More]

Children who grow up in poor neighbourhoods are at an increased risk of developing a psychosis-spectrum mental illness like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder by the time they reach middle adulthood. Researchers say the finding of the study suggest interventions aimed at improving neighbourhoods and assisting children displaying atypical social characteristics could prevent the conditions from developing. [More]

The recent deaths of two Marjory Stoneman Douglas students and the father of a Sandy Hook victim have experts calling for better mental health support for those who survive mass shootings. [More]

Moving from one life phase to another can be a challenging time. Now NYU researchers have found having a well-rounded ending in the previous life phase can influence how a person copes with a new beginning. [More]

If you're feeling stressed, thinking about your romantic partner can provide as much relief as actually having them there with you. [More]

Loneliness is at epidemic levels around the world, and new research has found it is particularly prevalent in the late 20s, mid 50s and late 80s. [More]

Looking on the bright side of life can sometimes be tougher than it sounds. But new research shows for people with less money it may be an effective way of reducing anxiety. [More]