MOOD DISORDERS

This study tested whether a nasal spray medication called esketamine works as well as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for reducing suicidal thoughts in people with depression. Researchers compared the two treatments in 340 adults over 12 weeks to see which was better at quickly e…

This Yale University study tested a new therapy designed to prevent suicide in adolescents and young adults with depression or bipolar disorder. The therapy teaches self-help strategies to create more regular daily routines, especially for sleep, with the goal of improving brain …

This study tested whether natural supplements could help children and teenagers (ages 5-17) who struggle with emotional regulation. Researchers compared two supplement combinations—omega-3 fatty acids with inositol versus N-acetylcysteine (NAC)—over six weeks. The trial was condu…

This study tested a program called Mood Lifters, where college students lead weekly group meetings to help their peers manage mental health. The goal was to see if this low-cost, peer-led approach could effectively reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in undergraduate studen…

This study aimed to understand how mood disorders, anxiety, and migraines run in families. Researchers interviewed nearly 2,000 participants, including children and adults, to identify patterns and risk factors across generations. The goal was to gather knowledge to help improve …

This study looked at whether a specially designed online therapy platform (called Teleo) kept children and teens more engaged in their mental health treatment compared to regular video calls. Researchers enrolled 41 young people already receiving therapy for anxiety or mood disor…

This study aimed to see if a simple brain wave test could help match Veterans with mental health conditions to the right type of brain training. Researchers enrolled 100 Veterans from VA programs to measure their brain activity and see how it related to their thinking skills and …

This study tested whether eating more fruits and vegetables could improve children's thinking skills, mood, and attention. Researchers in Shanghai gave 251 children aged 7-11 a daily breakfast with extra fruits and vegetables for 12 weeks and compared them to a group that did not…