Mental health conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression are tricky. They don't just come from one gene. They come from many genes working together. Scientists have found that these genes often affect how brain cells grow and talk to each other. This makes finding new drug
Researchers have been digging into the connection between mental health and prostate cancer. The focus? Ten different mental health conditions and their possible link to this type of cancer. The goal was to figure out if there's a cause-and-effect relationship. First off, they looked at both direct
A recent study looked into how changing religions might be linked to mental health issues in young adults. It used data from Finland and tracked people born between 1986 and 2003. The study found that those who left their original religion, or switched to a different one, had a higher chance of taki
A young boy, KM, has been on a challenging journey with autism and ADHD. He is now 11 years old. He was first diagnosed at the age of 7. He has tried many medications over the years. His parents are divorced and have different views on his treatment. This makes things even more complicated. KM'
Many people know that what a mother eats or drinks during pregnancy can affect a baby's development. But what about the father? Recent studies have shed light on how a dad's health and habits can influence his child's future. One surprising factor is the medication he takes, especially during the ti
When teens have friends with diagnosed mental health issues, it can affect their own chances of finishing school. This impact is not just about personal struggles but also about the influence of peers. The focus of the study was on how having classmates with mental health diagnoses in ninth grade
Hot weather can mess with your mood. It's not just about feeling uncomfortable. It can actually change how you feel and act. Scientists have been trying to figure out why this happens. The brain has a part called the posterior paraventricular thalamus. It's like a control center for emotion
CTNNB1 disorder is a neurological condition that affects many people. It is caused by a problem with a gene called CTNNB1. This gene is important for brain development. When it doesn't work right, it can lead to a range of neurological issues. Scientists have created special stem cells from two peop
Cells are busy places. They need to keep their proteins in order which means fixing or removing the damaged ones and ensuring the healthy ones continue to do what they need to for the cell to live. This is done by a process known as protein homeostasis. When something goes wrong, proteins collect da
Imagine giving birth and feeling like it was a terrible experience. Now, think about how that might affect your bond with your new baby. Scientists in Germany studied 141 mothers with mental health issues, and they found something important. Nearly half of these moms had a horrible birth experience.
