TestimonyMay 5, 2026
The role of expert psychological testimony in modern criminal defense
Expert psychological testimony can transform your criminal defense by establishing whether you possessed the mental capacity to ...
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WorkplaceMay 5, 2026
A preventable mining disease is still spreading through global pits as demand for critical minerals grows
Researchers from National Jewish Health have conducted what is believed to be the largest systematic review of silicosis in mineral miners. Silicosis is an irreversible lung disease caused by the inhalation of respirable…
ResearchMay 5, 2026
Breakthrough biomaterial heals tissue from the inside out
Scientists have developed a breakthrough injectable biomaterial that travels through the bloodstream to repair damaged tissue from within, reducing inflammation and jumpstarting healing. In animal studies, it…
Civil commitmentMay 5, 2026
Why wasn't the MAC car bomber forced into mental health treatment?
Whitman did give up guns to law enforcement under extreme risk protective orders, better known as a "red flag" law, but he turned ...
ResearchMay 5, 2026
The dark side of weight loss drugs: Ozempic's surprising hidden cost
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are often celebrated as game-changing solutions—but new research reveals a surprising social twist. People who lose weight using these medications may actually face more…
Cognitive PsychologyMay 5, 2026
Cognitive Science
"Cognitive science called to me because it took every academic interest and showed me a real-life application," said one UB student.
AddictionMay 5, 2026
Understanding Addiction: The Basics
by Jessica Hulsey In my book Understanding Addiction, I dig into key topics about addiction and answer common questions that family members and caregivers have about substance use disorders (SUD), the medical term for…
Relapse preventionMay 5, 2026
Relapse Prevention, Second Edition: Maintenance Strategies in the Treatment of Addictive Behaviors
https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1521/jj.41115760 Your institution does not have access to this book on JSTOR. Try searching on ...
AI chatbotsMay 5, 2026
An AI chatbot posed as a licensed mental health provider, and Pennsylvania is suing the company behind it
Pennsylvania is suing an AI chatbot, claiming its characters posed as licensed medical professionals to talk to people about ...
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapyMay 5, 2026
Mindfulness and Acceptance: Expanding the Cognitive-Behavioral Tradition
https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1521/jj.41115734 Your institution does not have access to this book on JSTOR. Try searching on ...
Problematic internet useMay 5, 2026
Problematic social media use is linked to how feelings of freedom relate to mental health
A recent study published in the journal Psychology of Popular Media suggests that problematic social media use alters how our ...
Social MediaMay 5, 2026
How social media affects mental health, and why it’s complicated
The digital media that people consume can influence not only their thoughts, but it can also have a major impact on behavior ...
NeuropsychologyMay 5, 2026
Psychedelic science breakthrough: Increased brain entropy from psilocybin predicts lasting psychological insight and well-being
A recent study published in the journal Nature Communications suggests that a single high dose of psilocybin can cause lasting ...
Mindfulness-based stress reductionMay 5, 2026
Can mindfulness ease stress and pain?
Your mind craves rest, but you can't turn it off. The to-do list loops. A friend's awkward response plays on repeat. And worries ...
Positive PsychologyMay 5, 2026
Wellness Psychology Clinic (Telehealth Clinic)
Wellness Psychology Clinic offers professional psychological support in Sydney and via telehealth across Australia. We provide ...
PovertyMay 5, 2026
MENTAL HEALTH CRITICAL TO BREAKING CYCLES OF POVERTY, GLOBAL NONPROFIT SAYS
KANSAS CITY, Kan., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For Mental Health Awareness Month in May, international nonprofit Unbound is ...
PolicyMay 5, 2026
Study finds employer‑funded virtual mental health care could save Canada $22 billion a year
MONTREAL, May 5, 2026 /CNW/ - Expanding access to employer‑funded virtual mental health care could reduce the economic impact ...
School & EducationMay 5, 2026
Scientists say travel could slow aging and boost your health
A new study suggests travel could be a surprisingly powerful anti-aging tool. By viewing tourism through the lens of entropy, researchers found that positive travel experiences may help the body stay balanced and…
Opioid-use disordersMay 5, 2026
New opioid use disorder guide combines Western science and Indigenous knowledge
The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our ...
AddictionMay 5, 2026
Kava (Piper methysticum) consumption patterns and conceptualizations: results from an online survey
‘Kava,’ or ‘kava kava,’ (Piper methysticum) is a psychoactive plant indigenous to the Pacific Islands. Historical consumption is reported to provide anxiolytic and sedating effects. In regions where kava is native, it…
AddictionMay 5, 2026
A thematic analysis of caregiver engagement in adolescent substance use treatment
Background While caregiver engagement is a critical component of adolescent substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, it is often limited in practice. Existing research on barriers and facilitators to caregiver engagement…
Mental HealthMay 5, 2026
Diagnostic accuracy of IHDS and MoCA in screening for HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders among adults living with HIV in Ethiopia
Background HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND) remain prevalent among adults living with HIV, even in the era of sustained antiretroviral therapy (ART). Accurate screening for HAND remains a challenge in…
Child PsychologyMay 5, 2026
Impulsivity in adolescents with MDD and non-suicidal self-injury: a multimodal assessment using psychometric, behavioral, and neurophysiological measures
To investigate multidimensional impulsivity and its neuroelectrophysiological correlates in adolescents with depression and non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). A case–control study was conducted including three groups…
Psychedelic Therapy EO Is a Major Step for Mental Health, but Access Barriers Remain, Experts Say
Federal directives deploy priority review vouchers, earlier DEA rescheduling, and ARPA-H matching funds to compress development ...
AddictionMay 4, 2026
[Webinar] The Neurobiology of Relapse and Models to Support Recovery
This webinar presented a foundational overview of the neurobiology of addiction, highlighting how changes in the brain shape behavior, decision-making, and vulnerability to relapse. Speakers explained environmental…
Family & RelationshipsMay 4, 2026
This simple amino acid supplement greatly reduces Alzheimer’s damage
A new study suggests a surprisingly simple compound could help fight Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that arginine—an inexpensive amino acid already considered safe—can reduce the buildup of toxic amyloid proteins…
Racial traumaMay 4, 2026
'The Cost of Healing in Silence': How racial trauma impacts Black mental health today
S1: Welcome in San Diego , it's Jade Hindman. On today's show , a conversation about how a culturally competent therapist can ...
Child PsychologyMay 4, 2026
The Child Mind Institute Names Dr. Vera Feuer as Chief Clinical Officer
Feuer brings more than two decades of clinical leadership to inaugural role New York, NY – The Child Mind Institute, an independent nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children affected by mental health…
SiblingsMay 4, 2026
Supporting Siblings in Foster Care
This post was co-written with Daniel Pollack, MSW, JD. Sometimes one or more siblings in a family are placed in foster care.
PsychologyMay 4, 2026
Scientists reveal creatine’s hidden power beyond muscle gains
Creatine might be famous in the gym, but its real story is far more interesting. Naturally produced in the body, it helps power cells by rapidly regenerating ATP—the fuel that keeps muscles, the brain, and even the heart…