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03/17/2026

A frequent overlap between anxiety and ADHD leads to misdiagnosis due to symptoms being easily confused. According to this article, anxiety can sometimes mask underlying ADHD, and treating the anxiety alone may not be enough to solve the core issues related to executive function deficits.

For many adults, anxiety may be the only visible symptom. When it fades, underlying ADHD, which may have been masked for years, finally becomes clear.

03/16/2026

According to a recent clinical trial, listening to specially designed music with auditory beat stimulation for 24 minutes significantly reduced anxiety symptoms. In an effort to manage stress and emotion, researchers identified this period of time as an optimal "dose" for quick relief.

A clinical trial found that listening to specially designed music with auditory beat stimulation can significantly reduce anxiety. Among several listening lengths tested, a 24-minute session delivered the biggest benefits, easing both mental and physical symptoms of anxiety. The results suggest ther...

03/13/2026

As we celebrate National Nutrition Month every March, scientists are discovering your stomach may be just as responsible for panic attacks as your brain.

Every March, we celebrate National Nutrition Month, and scientists are coming to the conclusion that your stomach may be just as responsible for your panic attacks as your brain.

03/12/2026

The American Psychiatric Association has proposed integrating biomarkers into the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, or DSM, in future versions. By having access to test results and symptoms, insurers could make faster and more accurate decisions and clinicians could make better treatment recommendations.

The world’s largest professional psychiatry organization is preparing for the day when biological indicators help diagnose and treat mental illness.

03/11/2026

There's a widening gender gap in mental health, with young women suffering from lower moods and anxiety at higher rates than men. Specifically, social media, societal expectations, and academic pressure affect girls' mental health. To address their challenges, they stressed the importance of open conversations and supportive environments.

Girls said that visual platforms, such as Instagram and TikTok, particularly reiterate gendered expectations for girls on how they should present themselves.

03/10/2026

It can be beneficial to reduce stigma and raise awareness by using mental health terminology in everyday speech. There are, however, some potential drawbacks, such as a loss of diagnostic precision and an oversimplification of complex concepts.

Words like “trauma,” “narcissist,” and “anxious attachment” are now common currency. What happens when the language of psychology and psychiatry becomes the language of the everyday?

03/09/2026

A review of 19 studies finds that healthier diets are consistently associated with fewer depressive symptoms among adolescents. In contrast to isolated nutrient supplements, whole-food supplements demonstrate mixed results. During adolescence, brain development is highly sensitive, so improving diet quality could be beneficial. In addition to heterogeneous mental health outcomes, diet measurement limitations, and the need for more targeted and powerful intervention trials, there are several research gaps.

A review has found that dietary patterns may significantly impact adolescent mental health, with healthier diets correlating to fewer depressive symptoms. Nutrition Insight speaks with the corresponding author to learn about the 19 studies reviewed and the likelihood t...

03/06/2026

Ready to make some noise for mental health? 🗣️✨

It’s time to head to Delaware for a milestone year! We’re celebrating the 25th Annual Empowering Community Wellness Symposium, and this year’s theme is all about "Finding Your Voice."

Whether you’re looking to break the silence of stigma, master the art of self-advocacy, or learn how to influence local legislation, this event is designed to help you speak your truth and spark change.

On March 10, 2026, Dover will host the 25th Annual Empowering Community Wellness Symposium.

03/05/2026

According to psychologists, bonding over victories and losses benefits the emotional connection.

Psychologists say bonding over your favorite team’s victories, and losses, creates beneficial emotional connection.

03/04/2026

We’re proud to introduce Voices of Recovery, a new initiative created to open up honest conversations about substance use, stigma, and healing in our community.

Voices of Recovery will bring together workshops, digital storytelling, and a virtual gallery of art, writing, music, and lived experiences to help reduce stigma and remind people that recovery is possible — and that no one has to navigate it alone.

✨ Join us for our first Voices of Recovery workshop
📅 April 17
🕔 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 Delaware Psychological Services, Lewes, DE

This one-hour session is a welcoming space to learn more about the initiative, talk about stigma and recovery, and discover how you can participate or simply listen and learn.

🎨 We are also currently accepting art, poetry, photography, and music submissions for the Voices of Recovery virtual gallery.

👉 Learn more, submit artwork, or register for the workshop at link in bio

03/04/2026

As mental health apps become more popular, there are potential benefits and risks. Researchers at Cornell propose a framework to classify these apps based on their guarantees and their benefit reliability. Their recommendation is that apps be designed responsibly in order to minimize harm and to complement, rather than replace, clinical care.

Millions of people are using ChatGPT and similar artificial intelligence tools for therapy, but with little government regulation, there's no guarantee these apps are helping—or that they won't cause harm. Cornell researchers are recommending new guidelines for developing safe and responsible larg...

03/03/2026

Five broad genetic families explain why certain psychiatric diagnoses cluster together, according to a large Nature study involving more than one million cases of 14 mental disorders. It might be more like regions on a map than separate diseases.

Genetic data show that 14 psychiatric diagnoses cluster into five families of shared risk, explaining why conditions like depression and anxiety often occur together.