MOOD DISORDERS

This study tested a therapy 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 rhythms to reduce short-term suicide risk. Pa…

This study tested two natural supplement combinations—omega-3 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 to find a ge…

This study tested a program called Mood Lifters for college students struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress. Instead of one-on-one therapy with a professional, students met in peer-led groups to learn skills to boost positive feelings and reduce negative ones. The goal wa…

This study tested if a nasal spray (esketamine) works as well as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for quickly reducing suicidal thoughts in people with depression. 340 adults with mood disorders and active suicidal ideation took part. The goal was to see if esketamine could be a l…

This study looked at whether giving children aged 7 to 11 a daily breakfast with fruits and vegetables could improve their thinking, mood, and attention. Over 250 kids from Shanghai took part, eating the special breakfast for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in cognitive sk…

This study looked at whether a special virtual therapy platform called Teleo helps children with anxiety or mood disorders stay more engaged during online therapy sessions compared to regular video calls. Researchers measured engagement using video recordings and caregiver questi…

This study tested whether a smartphone app that tracks how you type can help monitor mood and thinking problems in people with mood disorders like depression or bipolar disorder. About 132 adults aged 25-50 participated. The goal was to see if typing patterns could predict sympto…

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 match each person to the right type of cognitive training. The approach ai…

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 to track patterns and risk factors. The goal is to find better ways to prevent and …

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…