psychiatry

Early research suggests that some mental health conditions could stem from metabolic disorders. If so, the findings could change how we treat mental illness

Rutgers Health study published in Genomic Psychiatry identifies an ultra-rare loss-of-function variant in a gene associated with psychosis and mood disorders in multiple family members.

It is hoped that recent legal cases will encourage psychiatrists to think twice before administering ECT and ensure that patients and families are given better information about the risks.

Acta Pharmacologica Sinica, Published online: 16 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41401-026-01849-y DNMT1-mediated central amygdala to locus coeruleus circuit contributes to chronic pain-related depression in mice

Researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, the Brain and Creativity Institute at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, and the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center have launched the University of Southern California's first study of psychedelic therapy.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder and an emerging public health concern in India. This review summarizes current evidence on the epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment, environmental influences, and public health implications of ADHD in the Indian context. Reported prevalence estimates vary widely across regions and populations, reflecting differe…

In a new study, Professor Julie Nordgaard reveals that a striking number of psychiatric patients risk misdiagnosis. She identifies one overriding cause of the problem.

IntroductionPotentially inappropriate medications (PIMs), are common among residents of long-term care institutions (LTCIs) and may contribute to cognitive impairment (CIm). STOPPCog criteria, developed in 2025, support the identification of PIMs relevant to cognition and accuracy of dementia treatment.ObjectivesThe study aimed to identify PIMs according to the STOPPCog criteria among residents o…

IntroductionSchizophrenia, a chronic psychiatric disorder, profoundly affects social functioning and quality of life. The Sense of Coherence (SOC), a core construct in salutogenic theory, plays a pivotal role in stress coping and recovery outcomes. While SOC has been studied in general populations, its determinants in stabilized schizophrenia inpatients remain underexplored. This study comprehens…

While the hallmark of effective bipolar treatment is medication management, there is much you can do to manage and live well with this diagnosis.

BackgroundCorynebacterium striatum is increasingly recognized as a multidrug-resistant (MDR) opportunistic pathogen, yet its role in psychiatric hospitals remains poorly characterized. Differentiating colonization from true infection in this setting is clinically challenging.MethodsThirty C. striatum isolates were obtained from psychiatric inpatients with prolonged hospitalization. Antimicrobial …

This conceptual analysis synthesizes patient-level participation barriers described in the bipolar disorder CBT literature and considers ketogenic metabolic therapy (KMT) as a candidate adjunct within a delivery-focused framework. CBT is an evidence-based adjunctive psychotherapy for bipolar disorder, but its clinical value depends on whether patients initiate treatment, sustain session continuit…

Depression is often described as persistent sadness, but for many people the illness goes much deeper than feeling unhappy. One of the most painful symptoms is the loss of motivation, enjoyment, and interest in life. Activities that once brought happiness may suddenly feel empty. Hobbies become difficult to enjoy, social gatherings lose their appeal, and […] The post Parkinson’s Drug May Help Tre…

A recent study in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry suggests that a single dose of psilocybin, paired with psychological support, may rapidly and safely reduce chronic suicidal thoughts in adults with severe, treatment-resistant depression.

For many people who suffer from depression, the condition is not just about feeling down but also about a loss of motivation and difficulty finding pleasure in activities they used to enjoy. A new study conducted in Sweden shows that a medicine used to treat Parkinson’s disease can be used as an add-on therapy to […]

IntroductionLimited research has examined participant subgroups enrolled in postpartum depression interventions. Via a cluster-randomized trial of the Mothers and Babies (MB) postpartum depression preventive intervention, we examined changes in depressive symptoms across pre-specified participant subgroups: race/ethnicity, first-time mother, language of intervention receipt, and client education.…

IntroductionDepression is a significant global health burden, with low- and middle-income countries disproportionately affected due to stigma, limited mental health resources, and imprecise diagnosis and treatment. In Latin America, reliance on non-specialized care further contributes to heterogeneous clinical outcomes. Although personalized medicine offers opportunities to improve depression man…

For many people who suffer from depression, the condition is not just about feeling down, but also about a loss of motivation and difficulty finding pleasure in activities they used to enjoy.

A new study suggests that sleep loss during pregnancy and the postpartum period may be an early driver of anxiety symptoms. Lack of sleep is often treated as an unavoidable part of pregnancy and new parenthood. But what if those restless nights are doing more than leaving parents exhausted? New research suggests sleep loss may [...]