Two studies explore some of the developmental roots of depression in childhood and adolescence.
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Mental Illness Increases Risk of Being Homicide Victim
Study highlights surprising rate of victimization of the mentally ill
Most Common Psychiatric Disorders Share Genetic Roots
Diverse mental illnesses may actually represent variations on a common theme rather than separate disorders.
Lasting Legacy of Childhood Bullying: Psychiatric Problems In Adulthood
It’s not just the victims of bullying that experience long-term consequences; bullies themselves are also at risk of mental health issues later in life.
Study: Internet Addicts Suffer Withdrawal Symptoms Like Drug Users
Obsessive internet users can undergo ‘comedowns’ similar to those experienced by people using ecstasy, researchers say.
With Age Comes Happiness
Wisdom may come with age, but does happiness follow suit?
Why Personality May Matter in Preventing Alcoholism
A program that takes personality into account may help to identify and reduce teen drinking rates.
Study Reveals How Concussions Can Trigger Depression
Former football pros may be more likely to battle depression when they have brain damage linked to concussion
Ketamine: Leading the Way Toward Fast-Acting Antidepressants
It’s an anesthetic popular with vets, but the latest studies show ketamine also shows promise as a potential antidepressant.
How Treating Wrinkles May Also Relieve Depression
It’s a popular cosmetic treatment, but early data hints that Botox could have a role in treating not just aging but mental illness as well.
Why Gratitude Isn’t Just for Thanksgiving
Being thankful is strongly linked with both mental and physical health— and can help to relieve stress, depression and addictions, among other conditions.
How Teen Rejection Can Lead to Chronic Disease Later in Life
Teens may not be wrong when they see their social troubles as matters of life and death.
The Tragic Case of Amanda Todd
The doubled-edged sword of living life on social media