PolicySep 10, 2026
NIMHANS conducts mental health programmes in over 420 govt. colleges
NIMHANS leads mental health awareness programs in over 420 Karnataka colleges, focusing on suicide prevention and student support.
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ResearchSep 10, 2026
Family environments shape authoritarian traits differently than dominance preferences
A large study of twins and their families reveals that authoritarian traits are heavily shaped by upbringing, while preferences for social hierarchy stem from unique personal experiences outside the home.
ResearchSep 10, 2026
New GALENOS evidence-informed recommendations aim to improve equitable access to antipsychotic medicines for schizophrenia in low and middle-income countries
Global experts identify a prioritised set of antipsychotics to improve outcome of people with schizophrenia in Ethiopia, Nigeria, Rwanda and South Africa.
Cognitive PsychologySep 10, 2026
Aging, cognitive health and healthcare innovation: The evolving work of Dr. John DenBoer
Aging is increasingly becoming more than a healthcare issue. It is also an economic, technological, and organizational challenge. Longer life expectancy is changing the demands placed on health ...
PsychologySep 10, 2026
Psychology says people who feel relieved when houseguests leave may be protecting their mental space
Feeling relieved once guests have left does not necessarily point to a psychological problem. For some people, it may simply reflect a natural need for privacy and personal space after prolonged ...
NeuropsychologySep 10, 2026
New imaging method makes fMRI quieter and clearer for brain–behavior research
Functional magnetic resonance imaging, or fMRI, gives researchers a powerful way to study brain activity. But the scans can be incredibly noisy for patients and research subjects, with peak sound ...
Child PsychologySep 10, 2026
Pardee opens adolescent behavioral health center
UNC Health Pardee has officially opened Pardee Adolescent Behavioral Health Center, bringing access to specialized inpatient psychiatric care for adolescents experiencing behavioral health crises.
Family & RelationshipsSep 10, 2026
The Silent Toll: A Peaceful Relationship Isn’t Always Ideal
A new study of nearly 8,000 adults suggests that when it comes to our health, avoiding conflict may matter less than having a partner who truly supports us.
Mental HealthSep 10, 2026
The 3 key signs a loved one may be in mental health crisis — and the words that could help them seek support
THE Irish are a nation that loves to chat — and some are even blessed with the gift of the gab. However, when it comes to important conversations about mental health and suicide, many people ...
ResearchSep 10, 2026
Riaan’s Therapeutic Odyssey – Chapter 2: The Researchers
Scientists at the University of Massachusetts created a clinical-grade experimental gene replacement therapy for Cockayne syndrome.
ResearchSep 10, 2026
New psychology research reveals why people tend to hide their successes and share their failures
People often adjust what they share about their achievements based on what a conversation partner just revealed. Recent research suggests these choices are driven by an intention to protect the other person's feelings…
Clinical PsychologySep 10, 2026
How a Founder-Led Vision Is Shaping PsychiCare’s Approach To Mental Healthcare In India
PsychiCare provides online mental-health support through qualified professionals, covering individual, marriage, child and family counselling across India and abroad.
Mental HealthSep 10, 2026
HSE urging people to take steps to support suicide prevention
On this World Suicide Prevention Day, the HSE are calling on people across the country to take steps to support suicide prevention.
Health PsychologySep 10, 2026
'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times
Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.
Mental HealthSep 10, 2026
Karnataka expands suicide prevention program statewide following success
Karnataka has scaled its Nimhans-backed Ushas suicide prevention initiative to all 31 districts after reporting a significant reduction in self-harm reattempt rates among survivors.
Social MediaSep 10, 2026
DepEd to step up fight against cyberbullying
THE Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday warned that severe cyberbullying “face strict disciplinary penalties under newly consolidated guidelines.” “Our learners have proven that they have the ...
Mental HealthSep 10, 2026
‘You’re never alone’: Deputies emphasize mental health support for everyone
Mental health crisis calls can be among the most difficult and dangerous situations law enforcement officers face. Deputies responding to those calls must assess an uncertain situation, work to ...
Child PsychologySep 10, 2026
Autism Cuts 13.8 Years Off Life Expectancy—and the Causes Are Depressingly Preventable
People with autism are more likely to die early from various health conditions, including influenza, drowning, and malnutrition.
AddictionSep 10, 2026
Aegis Treatment Centers Opens New Medication Location in Long Beach, Expanding Access to Addiction Treatment in Los Angeles County
Sister Site to Aegis Wilmington Brings Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) to One of California’s Largest Urban Communities Aegis Long Beach An image of the exterior of Aegis Long Beach ...
PolicySep 10, 2026
Rural Americans Wait After Judge Delivers Mixed Ruling on Digital Equity Dollars
A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump can’t unilaterally kill the $2.75 billion Digital Equity Act, but he also sided with the administration by saying using race as a factor in awarding the grants is…
PolicySep 10, 2026
When a Friend Becomes a Caregiver
People outside the family frequently step into helping roles when older adults need assistance.
TraumaSep 10, 2026
EP organization is clinical trial site for PTSD treatment
The Institute for Integrative Therapies (IIT) will participate in a clinical trial evaluating psilocybin treatment in adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
TraumaSep 10, 2026
25 Years Later, 9/11 Is Still a Collective Trauma
When we revisit the tragic stories of 9/11 each year, we do so not out of morbid curiosity but out of a collective attempt to find meaning and heal from a tragedy.
Mental HealthSep 10, 2026
Open Door receives $550,000 grant for school-based centers supporting mental health
With September and October dedicated to aspects of mental health awareness, the Open Door Care Network has announced it has received a one-year $550,000 grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen ...
Mental HealthSep 10, 2026
Canadian court blocks bid for assisted death based only on mental illness
An Ontario judge recently blocked a Toronto woman from pursuing assisted suicide based solely on her mental illness as her bigger legal challenge plays out in court. Justice Carissima Mathen denied ...
Forensic PsychologySep 10, 2026
Grandfather in Ohio child neglect case is deemed incompetent to stand trial
Attorney Dorian Baum said a mental competency evaluation concluded Gary Siders Sr. is not restorable, meaning he is not expected to become competent enough to proceed with the case. Baum said on ...
TraumaSep 10, 2026
He Was the Most Feared Child in Prison
Explore how trauma, prison culture, and survival pressures can shape a feared child in prison, revealing deeper justice and mental health issues.
Positive PsychologySep 10, 2026
Congress of Developmental and Educational Psychologists: children, adolescents and schools take centre stage at the 38th edition
The initiative brought together 357 psychologists from universities, research centres and various professional backgrounds across Italia ...
Clinical PsychologySep 10, 2026
Optimi Health to Start Phase 2 Trial of Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder in H1 2027
Optimi Health (OPTH) plans to start a phase 2 clinical trial to evaluate psilocybin-assisted therapy in individuals with major depressive disorder in H1 2027, the company said Thursday. Health Canada ...
ResearchSep 10, 2026
Optimi Health Corp.: Optimi Health to Initiate Phase 2 Clinical Trial Evaluating Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder
Health Canada-authorized trial to evaluate a single supervised dose of natural psilocybin, with dosing expected to be completed by the end of 2027 Up to 200 participants at sites across Canada, among ...