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Silent Long-Term Harm: How Prenatal Lead Exposure Shapes Adult Mental Health

By MedXY 10/24/2025

This article explores the link between prenatal and early postnatal lead exposure and adult anxiety and depression, emphasizing critical exposure windows and long-term mental health implications.

Psychiatry Public Health Specialties

Long-Term PM2.5 Exposure and Mental Health Disparities: Insights from the All of Us Research Program

By MedXY 10/22/2025

This prospective study reveals that prolonged exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) significantly elevates risks of depression and anxiety, disproportionately affecting Black populations due to systemic inequities. Findings call for targeted environmental and public health interventions.

Psychiatry Public Health Specialties

Decoding Conspiratorial Thinking Across America: Insights from a Nationwide Survey

By MedXY 10/22/2025

A comprehensive 50-state survey reveals widespread conspiratorial thinking among American adults linked to demographic factors and COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy, with implications for public health strategies.

Psychiatry Public Health Specialties

Rising Trends in Non-Lethal Self-Harm and Suicide in Spain (2018-2023): A Nationwide Registry Analysis with a Focus on Age and Gender

By MedXY 10/18/2025

A nationwide study in Spain from 2018 to 2023 reveals increasing rates of non-lethal intentional self-harm and suicide, particularly among young women, underscoring the need for targeted mental health interventions.

OB/GYN & Women's Health Psychiatry Specialties

Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Depression: Unveiling the Bidirectional Link

By MedXY 10/18/2025

This comprehensive review examines the recent Finnish study highlighting the complex relationship between hyperemesis gravidarum and depression, emphasizing clinical implications for integrated mental health screening during reproductive care.

news Pediatrics Specialties

Progression of Transdiagnostic Clinical Stages From Childhood to Young Adulthood: Evidence and Implications

By MedXY 09/28/2025

This review synthesizes cohort and longitudinal studies supporting the progression of transdiagnostic mental health stages from familial risk in childhood through early symptoms in adolescence to clinically significant disorders in young adulthood, independent of early life confounders.

Clinical Updates Psychiatry Rheumatology

Empowering Mental Health in Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases Through Digital Interventions: Insights from a Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial

By MedXY 09/10/2025

A pilot study demonstrates that a self-guided digital psychological intervention significantly reduces psychological distress and improves quality of life in patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases, offering a scalable mental health support solution.

Family Medicine & Nutrition news Urology

The Silent Decline: Understanding the Post-Pandemic Drop in Sexual Activity Among Americans

By MedXY 09/08/2025

A recent study highlights a historic decline in sexual activity in the U.S., driven by societal, psychological, and lifestyle factors, affecting all ages and calling for renewed attention to sexual health.

Family Medicine & Nutrition news Psychiatry Specialties

Pro-Inflammatory Diets Elevate Risk of Depression and Anxiety: Insights from a Large UK Biobank Study

By MedXY 09/07/2025

A prospective UK Biobank study reveals that diets with higher pro-inflammatory potential, as measured by the Dietary Inflammatory Index, are significantly associated with increased risk of depressive and anxiety symptoms and disorders over 14 years.

Clinical Updates Gastroenterology news Psychiatry Specialties

Increased Risk of Psychiatric Disorders in Patients with Microscopic Colitis: Insights from a Nationwide Swedish Cohort Study

By MedXY 09/05/2025

A comprehensive Swedish study reveals that patients with microscopic colitis face a significantly higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders such as depression and anxiety, underscoring the importance of holistic clinical management.

Dermatology news Psychiatry Specialties

Risk of New-Onset and Recurrent Depression and Anxiety Among Patients With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

By MedXY 09/03/2025

Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa face a higher risk of first-time depression and anxiety, regardless of disease severity, highlighting the need for comprehensive psychiatric care.

Allergy & Immunology Clinical Updates Dermatology news Psychiatry Specialties

Elevated Risk of Depression and Anxiety in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Implications Beyond Disease Severity

By MedXY 09/03/2025

Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa face a significantly increased risk of new-onset depression and anxiety, independent of disease severity, highlighting the need for universal psychiatric assessment in this population.

Psychiatry Public Health Specialties

Depression and Anxiety Rates Increased Among Racial Groups During the Pandemic

By MedXY 08/21/2025

A survey reveals significant increases in depression and anxiety rates among various racial groups during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting ongoing racial health disparities.

Pediatrics Psychiatry Specialties

Childhood Verbal and Physical Abuse Harm Adult Mental Health

By MedXY 08/18/2025

Research shows childhood abuse significantly increases the risk of poor adult mental health, with lasting impacts from physical and verbal abuse.

news Rheumatology Specialties

Psychotropic Drug Use as a Potential Early Indicator of Autoimmune Addison’s Disease

By MedXY 08/16/2025

A Swedish cohort study reveals increased use of hypnotics, anxiolytics, and antidepressants prior to autoimmune Addison’s diagnosis, highlighting mental health symptoms as early signs and the common occurrence of insomnia in AAD patients.

news Psychiatry Specialties

The Truth About Senior Intimacy: Why Moderate Sexual Activity Benefits Physical and Mental Health

By MedXY 08/15/2025

Moderate sexual activity in older adults supports emotional well-being, cardiovascular health, and physiological function, debunking myths about risks and affirming intimacy’s role in healthy aging.

news Psychiatry Specialties

Illinois Takes a Stand Against AI in Mental Health Therapy

By MedXY 08/13/2025

Illinois has enacted legislation banning AI chatbots for mental health therapy, joining Utah and Nevada in addressing concerns over AI's impact on vulnerable populations.

Medical News news Psychiatry Specialties

Navigating Mental Health in Vietnam: The Rise of Social Media Solutions Among Youth

By MedXY 08/10/2025

Vietnamese adolescents face notable mental health challenges amid growing social media influence. This article explores the alarming statistics, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the emerging role of social media in providing support.

Medical News news Psychiatry Specialties

Shopping Addiction: When Consumerism Takes a Toll on Mental Health

By MedXY 08/04/2025

Explore the science behind shopping addiction, its impact on mental health, and practical solutions to manage compulsive buying behaviors.

Family Medicine & Nutrition Internal Medicine news Specialties

Why Do So Many Seniors Pass Away Shortly After Turning 70? The Six Keys to Longevity and Wellbeing

By MedXY 08/04/2025

Aging after 70 is shaped by more than physical health—psychological and social factors play a crucial role. Discover six essential 'cards' for a long, happy life.