MOOD DISORDERS

This study tested whether esketamine (a nasal spray) works as well as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for quickly reducing suicidal thoughts in people with depression or bipolar disorder. 340 adults aged 18-65 with moderate to severe suicidal ideation took part. The goal was to s…

This study tested a program called Mood Lifters for college students struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress. The program uses peer-led group meetings to help students feel better without needing expensive one-on-one therapy. 125 undergraduate students took part to see if …

This study tested a non-drug program called BE-SMART-DR in 65 teens and young adults with bipolar disorder or major depression who had suicidal thoughts or past attempts. The therapy teaches self-guided strategies to regularize sleep and daily routines, aiming to lower short-term…

This study tested two natural supplement combinations—omega-3 fatty acids plus inositol versus N-acetylcysteine (NAC)—to see if they could help children and teens (ages 5-17) with emotional ups and downs. Over 6 weeks, 27 participants took one of the two treatments. The goal was …

This study explored whether certain harmful gut bacteria are linked to anxiety, depression, and panic disorders. Researchers analyzed stool samples from 500 adults, including people with these conditions and healthy controls. The goal was to find patterns that could lead to new t…

This study looked at nearly 2,000 people from the community to understand how depression, anxiety, and migraine are passed down through families. Researchers interviewed family members of all ages and collected health history to find patterns and risk factors. The goal is to use …

This study looked at whether a virtual therapy platform called Teleo helps children with anxiety or mood disorders stay more engaged in online therapy compared to regular video calls. 41 children took part, and researchers measured engagement using video recordings and caregiver …

This study looked at 100 veterans with mental health conditions like schizophrenia, PTSD, anxiety, or mood disorders. The goal was to see if a simple brain wave test (called mismatch negativity) could help choose the best thinking skills training for each person. Researchers meas…

This study looked at whether giving 7-11-year-old children in Shanghai a daily breakfast with fruits and vegetables could improve their thinking, mood, and attention. Over 250 kids took part, eating the extra produce for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in cognitive skills,…