Teens who use weed before age 15 have more trouble later, a study finds
Wed Oct 29 10:00 am
Young teens who use cannabis are more likely to be frequent users than people who start later, according to a study in JAMA Network Open. They are also more likely to seek care for health problems.
An Alzheimer's pill appears to protect some in a high-risk population
Wed Oct 29 6:00 am
A new study is reviving hope that a twice-daily pill can slow down Alzheimer's in people whose genes put them at high risk for the disease.
How to decide whether to step back from a difficult relationship — or stick it out
Tue Oct 28 4:01 pm
When a loved one is behaving in a way that bothers you, should you lean into the relationship or take a break? If you're having trouble deciding, therapist KC Davis offers guiding questions.
Boost hope and reduce stress with this simple social media trick
Mon Oct 27 5:22 pm
Social media can push us to the dark side with negative content. A new study finds watching inspiring videos for just three minutes a day can boost your mood and reduce stress.
Antidepressant side effects differ greatly depending on the drug, study finds
Thu Oct 23 5:00 am
Millions of Americans take antidepressants. And like all medication, they come with side effects. Researchers studied 30 different antidepressants and found side effects vary from drug to drug.
Mental exercise can reverse a brain change linked to aging, study finds
Wed Oct 22 6:00 am
Scientists have found the first compelling evidence that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that typically declines as people age.
In Alaska, one man battles season depression... with balloons
Fri Oct 10 4:46 pm
Fairbanks, Alaska, gets extremely cold and dark in the winter, and residents turn to all kinds of hobbies to keep seasonal depression at bay. For one man, that includes ornate balloon art projects.
1 in 5 high schoolers has had a romantic AI relationship, or knows someone who has
Wed Oct 08 12:09 pm
A national survey of students, teachers and parents shines a light on how the AI revolution is playing out in schools – including when it comes to bullying and a community's trust in schools.
Psychiatrists call for RFK Jr. to be replaced as health secretary
Mon Oct 06 4:04 pm
Two groups are calling for new leadership at HHS after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s actions on substance abuse treatment and mental health medications, among other issues.
As more teens use AI chatbots, parents and lawmakers sound the alarm about dangers
Wed Oct 01 4:16 pm
Nearly 1/3 of teens say they use chatbots for roleplaying romantic and sexual relationships. But some parents and digital safety experts warn that these apps can put teens at risk of suicide.
