Half the population to have a mental health disorder by 75 years of age: A global study co-led by researchers from The University of Queensland and Harvard Medical School has found one in two people will develop a mental health disorder in their lifetime. Professor John McGrath from UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute, Professor Ronald Kessler […]
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Signs that you may have adult ADHD: ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a mental health disorder that has become an increasingly common diagnosis in the past few decades, being much more readily identified in children, thanks to recent advances in mental health diagnostics. However, while many diagnoses come as a result of adults seeking an […]
Alcohol Awareness Week takes place from 3-9 July 2023 and presents an opportunity for those who drink alcohol to take a closer look at their drinking habits. Even when alcohol is consumed in moderation, it wreaks havoc on our mind and body over time. With alcohol being readily available across most of the world, it’s […]
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Obesity increases risk of mental disorders: People suffering from obesity are at a significantly greater risk of also developing mental disorders. This applies to all age groups, whereby women are more at risk than men for most diseases, as a recent study by the Medical University of Vienna and the Complexity Science Hub Vienna shows. […]
TMS vs. Medication: Which is the Better Option for Depression Treatment? Depression is a complex and debilitating mental illness that can manifest in various forms, ranging from mild to severe. It is not just feeling sad or down; it can cause physical, emotional, and mental symptoms that affect an individual’s daily life. Depression can make […]
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Being vaccinated against Covid halves people’s risk of developing long Covid, according to new research from the University of East Anglia. Long Covid still affects some two million people in the UK, and new research published today reveals the risk factors associated with developing the condition. Overweight people, women, smokers and those over the age […]
What’s the alternative? New research suggests that patients are opting for complementary therapies in preference to prescription painkillers. The results of a new consumer opinion poll*, released as part of the launch of Acupuncture Awareness Week “Getting to the Point of it” has shown that 70% of people would prefer to try a complementary therapy, […]
Genetic study of endometriosis between Australian and UK universities reveals clues to better treatment. University of Queensland researchers have contributed to the largest ever genetic study of endometriosis, finding new data about the variants that increase risk of the disease. The study found genetic risk factors for endometriosis are also associated with other chronic pain […]
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When dementia prevention is front of mind: Dementia is the second leading cause of death of Australians and the leading cause of death for women. However, there is a lack of awareness about non-medicinal ways to improve brain health, reduce dementia risk, support cognition and help with depression, anxiety and stress, says Professor Nicola Lautenschlager, […]
Along with broad increase in prescriptions, study finds differences in mental healthcare according to gender of children and wealth of families. New research from the University of Aberdeen has found that mental health prescriptions for children in one Scottish health board has risen by 56 percent since 2015. Prescriptions for antidepressants in children rose by […]
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