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In a small Swedish trial substudy, psilocybin lowered galanin and noradrenaline in spinal fluid compared with niacin, and a bigger galanin drop was linked to bigger mood improvement (r = 0.5…
Read articleIn 214 young people at clinical high risk for psychosis, the PANSS Autism Severity Score was internally consistent but showed near-chance agreement with a self-report autism questionnaire, a…
Read articleIn 2,876 young adult Australian twins and siblings, major depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors shared moderate genetic influences, while depression and suicide-attempt polygenic sc…
Read articleIn a survey of 6,220 sexual and gender diverse adults in Brazil, 38.5% of Black, 38.1% of Pardo and 32.3% of White respondents screened positive for moderate or worse depression symptoms, an…
Read articleIn 173 newly diagnosed autistic children in India, those with low iron were about twice as likely to have significant emotional or behavior problems. The study was cross-sectional.
Read articleIn a survey of 101 home dementia caregivers in Qatar, 56 scored in the 2 highest Zarit burden bands. All 13 spouses did, and burden was linked to less schooling.
Read articleA 2026 case report follows a young Congolese woman with chronic pain through 7 transcultural group therapy sessions in Paris. Her pain persisted but became less disabling as she began tellin…
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Better U
Better U evaluates adults for a clinician-led oral ketamine program with treatment taken at home. Start with an assessment to discuss your symptoms, health history, medications, and goals. Clinician approval and peer support are required; psychiatric use is off-label.
For adults 18+ in supported locations. Compounded ketamine is not FDA-approved.
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Carex
Bright light therapy can help relieve winter-pattern seasonal depression, on its own or alongside other treatment. Properly timed light can also help reset the sleep-wake cycle. Carex's Day-Light Elite provides 10,000 lux at 12-14 inches, with adjustable positioning and a session timer.
Follow the recommended distance and timing. Ask about light sensitivity or eye conditions before use.
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