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TL;DR: A 2026 population-based study in The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry found that early-life adversity scores were linked to higher group-level mental health risk but performed poorly for identifying which Canadian adults had anxiety, mood disorders, subst…
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The study found that higher levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and better cognitive function reduce suicidal thoughts in first-episode schizophrenia patients, while more severe symptoms and higher total cholesterol levels increase the risk. Hig…
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TLDR: Esketamine nasal spray, combined with standard antidepressant therapy, significantly improves remission rates and reduces time to remission in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) and acute suicidality compared to standard care alone. Highlights:…
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Suicide is a leading cause of premature death worldwide. Social isolation is increasingly recognized as a major risk factor for suicide. Thorough understanding of this relationship is crucial to guide prevention efforts and policy. Key Facts: Nearly 800,000 pe…
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Suicide is a major public health problem, with over 700,000 people dying by suicide every year globally. Identifying factors that may indicate risk for suicidal thoughts and behaviors is an important area of research, as this could aid prevention and intervent…
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A new study found that a program to provide more social contact and activities for prisoners in solitary confinement led to improved mental health and behavior. The program was based on a “Resource Team” model developed in Norway. Key Facts: Solitary confineme…
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