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A new study suggests higher levels of remnant cholesterol may increase the risk of depression. Remnant cholesterol is a type of lipoprotein that contains triglycerides and cholesterol and has been linked to atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. This larg…
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Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a highly prevalent and debilitating condition. Novel treatment approaches are needed, especially for individuals with treatment-resistant depression. This study investigated the effects of adjunctive minocycline on immune-inf…
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Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder affecting about 1% of the population worldwide. It is characterized by hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking and behavior, and impaired cognitive functioning. Current treatments with antipsychotic medication…
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A new case study provides initial evidence that transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) may be an effective treatment option for trichotillomania, also known as hair pulling disorder. The study tested an intensified, repeated tDCS protocol targeting the…
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A new study investigates the connections between physical activity levels, eating attitudes, and muscle dysmorphia (also known as bigorexia nervosa) in university students. The findings suggest that increased physical activity is associated with greater muscle…
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Insomnia is a highly prevalent sleep disorder affecting up to 35% of the general population – and can significantly impair quality of life. Researchers have been investigating new non-pharmacological treatment options like transcranial electric stimulation (TE…
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious and complex psychiatric illness impacting 1-2% of the general population. Despite available treatments, many patients continue to struggle with suicidal behavior, emotional dysregulation, and impaired interper…
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition characterized by difficulties with emotional regulation, impulsivity, and unstable relationships. One of the criteria for diagnosis is chronic feelings of emptin…
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Bigorexia nervosa, also known as muscle dysmorphia or reverse anorexia, is an emerging psychiatric disorder characterized by an obsessive focus on becoming more muscular. Individuals with bigorexia have a distorted self-image and see themselves as small and we…
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Suicide is a devastating public health problem, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives worldwide each year. Understanding the underlying biological and psychological factors that increase suicide risk is key for developing effective prevention and interventio…
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