A new pill that slowly releases ketamine could treat people with severe depression without giving them the psychedelic side effects of the often-misused drug, early trial results suggested on Monday. First developed in the 1960s as an anesthetic, ketamine's hallucinogenic and dissociative effects led to it becoming a party drug...

Ketamine Pill Appears to Alleviate Severe Depression, Early Trial Shows

Ketamine is a type of anesthetic. Doctors also prescribe ketamine to treat treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Some research suggests that if taken correctly for TRD, it is unlikely to become addictive. TRD is a form of depression. It occurs when a person’s depression does not improve after treatment with at least...

Is ketamine addictive when people use it for depression?

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A neuroscientist explains how hormonal contraceptives work − and how stress may increase or decrease depression risk while on them.

Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? A neuroscientist explains how they affect your mood, for better or worse

A recent study has discovered that omega-3 fatty acids can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in young mice subjected to stress, with the mice exhibiting both behavioral and molecular changes. This finding, published in Neurobiology of Stress, offers hope for new treatments for adolescent depression in humans. Major...

Behavioral and molecular changes in mice suggest omega-3 fatty acids could combat depression

An expert discusses how the risks of benzodiazepine prescribing have been exaggerated in the minds of government officials, critics, and the public at large. The Wall Street Journal recently published an essay entitled, “The Danger of Relying on Anti-Anxiety Drugs,” by Jenny Taitz, PsyD.1 The article is gracefully written and reasonably well-informed. Taitz appears sympathetic to her patients and open to a variety of opinions from experts and critics alike. But there is nothing even slightly new or original in her content.

Everyone Is Wrong About Benzodiazepines

Starting a new medication for your mental health can be a time full of uncertainty. And there’s a lot of information about antidepressant medications out there, whether you’re curious about dosages or if you’ll experience serious side effects. It can be hard to know where to start or what to believe, but we’re here to help.

Lexapro: Everything You Need to Know About Its Side Effects

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A quick scan could help doctors decide on the best course of treatment, and much faster.

There Are 6 Kinds Of Depression That Can Be Identified With Brain Scans

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Diagnostic models in psychiatry are largely based on clinical experience, with some statistical modeling. Scientific biomedical models are necessary to advance understanding of mental illness. Understanding the biology of mental illness will allow development of better treatments. Personalized analysis of brain networks holds promise for people suffering from depression and...

In Sight: The Biological Diagnosis of Depression and Anxiety

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Two West Virginia parents are awaiting trial on more than a dozen charges after adopting four Black children and allegedly using them for “forced labor” on their farm, court documents show.

West Virginia couple charged with trafficking their adopted Black children to be used as ‘slaves,’ authorities allege

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is often associated with mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety. A 2021 study showed that adults with ADHD were 4 times more likely to also have generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) compared with people without ADHD. Adderall (amphetamine and dexamphetamine mixed salts) is a commonly...

Can Adderall Help Relieve Anxiety?

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

More than 30% of adults in the United States experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Finding the right treatment can significantly diminish the effects of anxiety on a person’s daily life. However, the right treatment isn't the same for everyone. A healthcare provider can help...

Vistaril (Hydroxyzine) vs. Xanax (Alprazolam) for Anxiety

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Clutter doesn’t just make your home look icky and run less efficiently, I will point out the specific reasons why clutter can cause mental anxiety and stress. Clutter to me is a visual explosion, it is loud and very distracting. I cannot focus in a cluttered environment whether in a home, a store, or any venue. This may be why I detest crowds and I avoid shopping in large brick-and-mortar stores.

Why Clutter Can Cause Mental Anxiety and Stress

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Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMedically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDHeartburn is a burning sensation in your chest caused by stomach acid refluxing (coming back up)  into the esophagus (the hollow muscular tube that connects your throat to your stomach). Over 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month.You may experience heartburn every once in a while from overeating or eating too fast. Some people get occasional heartburn, but some experience it more regularly if they have a condition like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or chronic acid reflux.GERD is a gastrointestinal condition in which stomach acid flows...

What To Drink for Heartburn Relief

Covid-19 levels have been rising in the United States for weeks as new variants drive what’s become an annual summer surge.

A summer wave of Covid-19 has arrived in the US

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Residents in parts of Maricopa County, Arizona – the state’s most populous and home to Phoenix, the state capital – have been asked to evacuate as the Boulder View Fire threatens structures.

More residents in parts of Arizona’s most populous county asked to evacuate as a wildfire threatens homes

There is a continued shortage of ADHD medication. Recent litigation against illegitimate telehealth companies will make the situation worse. Untreated ADHD has significant negative consequences. Stimulant medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been in short supply since at least October 2022. ADHD is one of the...

ADHD Medication: The Shortage Is Getting Worse

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The murder trial of Bryan Kohberger, the criminology grad student accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students in 2022, is set to begin June 2, 2025, according to a scheduling order filed in court.

Bryan Kohberger murder trial in University of Idaho student killings set for June 2025

Approval of Skyrizi marks the first IL-23 specific inhibitor approved for both ulcerative colitis and Crohn disease of similar severity, according to AbbVie. The FDA has approved AbbVie’s Skyrizi (risankizumab-rzaa) for the treatment for adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC). According to the company, this approval makes Skyrizi the first IL-23 specific inhibitor to be approved for both UC and Crohn disease classified as moderate-to-severe. The approval was based on results from the INSPIRE Induction study and the COMMAND Maintenance study. In addition to the approved indications for UC and Crohn disease, Skyrizi also has been approved for active psoriatic arthritis and plaque psoriasis.1.

FDA Approves AbbVie’s Skyrizi for the Treatment of Adults with Moderate to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis

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A ketamine pill may help hard-to-treat depression with fewer side effects, early research suggests

A new ketamine pill may help hard-to-treat depression with fewer side effects than other forms of the treatment, early research...

A ketamine pill may help hard-to-treat depression with fewer side effects, early research suggests

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