Childhood ADHD medication shows protective effect against future psychosis

A major new study, led by scientists at University College Dublin and the University of Edinburgh and funded by the St John of God Research Foundation, has found that commonly prescribed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication in childhood may lower the long‑term risk of developing serious psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia. Treatment with methylphenidate, the … Read more

Digital CBT reduces anxiety and improves recovery after heart attack

Digital CBT treatment reduced cardiac-related anxiety and improved patients’ quality of life and physical function after a heart attack. This is shown in a new randomised study published in Journal of the American College of Cardiology, in which researchers at Karolinska Institutet compared digital CBT with standard care. Many people who suffer a heart attack … Read more

Systematic review identifies stress-induced biological triggers in oncology

Stress is a constant companion in the oncologist’s office. It appears at the time of diagnosis, increases with each stage of treatment, and often does not resolve even after therapy formally ends. It accompanies therapeutic decisions, waiting for test results, fear of recurrence, and changes in daily functioning. Studies show that chronic stress can trigger … Read more

Weight-loss drugs may lower the risk of depression, anxiety, and self-harm, study finds

Semaglutide, a common ingredient in GLP-1 weight-loss medications, is associated with lower risks of worsening mental disorders, according to a new study. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The research, published in The Lancet Psychiatry, found that people following a GLP-1 treatment for diabetes and obesity had a lower need for hospital care and medical leave due to psychiatric … Read more

Childhood stress may lead to digestive issues later in life

Early life stress may lead to digestive issues later in life, driven by changes in the gut and sympathetic nervous systems, according to a new study published in the journal Gastroenterology. “Our research shows that these stressors can have a real impact on a child’s development and may influence gut issues long-term. Understanding the mechanisms … Read more

App-based therapy helps men improve control over premature ejaculation

A smartphone app designed to tackle the underlying psychological causes of premature ejaculation can significantly improve sex life and delay ejaculation, while offering a way to reduce stigma around the condition, say researchers. Data from the CLIMACS study are presented today [Saturday 14 March 2026] at the European Association of Urology Annual Congress (EAU26) in … Read more

International urology conference showcases advancements in prostate cancer diagnostics

Nearly 300 abstracts on prostate cancer research from around the world will be presented at the European Association of Urology Congress (EAU26), taking place in London from 13–16 March 2026. Highlights of some of the key advances in the prostate cancer screening field are detailed below. Tobias Nordström is a clinical urologist and Associate Professor … Read more

How 100kg chain smoker lost 40kg, fixed knee pain and became a fitness influencer

From a childhood marked by loss to an abusive marriage that nearly claimed her life, Shyy Sachdev’s journey has been anything but ordinary. When told at 49 she might only have five years left to live, the then overweight chain smoker chose to reinvent herself. She began exercising regularly at age 50, strength training at … Read more

Voting & Music: Lyrics Reflecting 2024 Election Anxiety (Doechii, Bad Bunny, More)

Archyde The race for Best Lyrics at the 2026 iHeartAwards is heating up, and fans are already passionately debating who deserves the crown. This year’s nominees represent a diverse range of… You can read the full story here: Voting & Music: Lyrics Reflecting 2024 Election Anxiety (Doechii, Bad Bunny, More). Source link