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Nonlinear relationships between fatigue, fear of COVID-19, and PTSD among mental health professionals: the findings of a multi-site survey in China

BackgroundMental health professionals (MHPs) are susceptible to fatigue, particularly during public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. This study examined nonlinear relationships between fatigue, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and fear of COVID-19 (FOC) among MHPs.MethodsA multi-site survey was conducted from…

Tags: Academic research, Mental health, PTSD

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Therapeutic Potential of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Smoking Cessation

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) therapies are under investigation for a growing number of neuropsychiatric conditions, including substance use disorders. Cigarette smoking accounts for the largest proportion of substance use-related morbidity and mortality, in part reflecting increased risk for cardiometabolic disease among…

Tags: Appetite and ingestive regulation, Medication, Substance abuse

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Neural sequences underlying directed turning in Caenorhabditis elegans

Nature Neuroscience, Published online: 10 April 2026; doi:10.1038/s41593-026-02257-5During olfactory navigation, Caenorhabditis elegans can execute error-correcting turns. Whole-brain imaging and perturbation experiments identify an ensemble of neurons that control reorientation and turning behaviors.

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Constellations

I. We had crash-landed on the planet. We were far from home. The spaceship could not be repaired, and the rescue beacon had failed. Besides me, only the astrogator, part of the captain, and the ship’s AI mind were left. …

Tags: Academic research, Anxiety, Reality testing and perceptual stability, United States

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How sports betting apps hook users

In this week's STATus Report, host Alex Hogan dives into how sports betting apps hook users — and how he himself fell for some too-good-to-be-true promotions.

Tags: Mental health, Substance abuse, Substance use

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Peer Mentor Training and Supervision for a Digital Adolescent Depression Treatment in South Africa and Uganda: Mixed Methods Evaluation

Background: Blended digital mental health interventions combining technology with human support are more effective than stand-alone treatments. However, limited research has examined how to train and supervise personnel delivering human support components. The Kuamsha app, a gamified digital intervention for…

Tags: Academic research, Depression, Health app, Mental health, Mood and emotional regulation

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In Memoriam: Edna B. Foa, PhD

Dr. Edna Foa served for decades as a professor of clinical psychology in psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania, where she also directed the Center for the Treatment and Study... Read more » The post In Memoriam: Edna B. Foa,…

Tags: Academic research, Anxiety, Charity / nonprofit, OCD, United States

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In Memoriam: Judith L. Rapoport, MD

Dr. Judith L. Rapoport has left an indelible mark on the field of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) — not only through her extraordinary scientific contributions, but through the compassion, curiosity,... Read more » The post In Memoriam: Judith L. Rapoport,…

Tags: Academic research, Charity / nonprofit, Mental health, OCD, Social and attachment drive

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The Mental Health Commission of Canada is pleased to welcome Shauna Cronin

The Mental Health Commission of Canada is pleased to welcome Shauna Cronin (she/her) as our new Vice President, Programs, effective April 27, 2026. Shauna brings nearly two decades of national leadership in mental health system transformation, program design, and policy…

Tags: Canada, Charity / nonprofit, Healthcare provider, Mental health

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Speech in noise prediction by use of cortical auditory evoked potentials in normal hearing and sensorineural hearing loss: a systematic review

IntroductionSpeech perception in noise (SPiN) is a critical challenge for individuals with sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL), and current behavioral assessments can be unreliable in populations with language barriers or cognitive impairment. Cortical auditory evoked potentials (CAEPs) can serve as a…

Tags: Academic research, Mental health, Sensory processing, United Kingdom

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Tags: Academic research, PTSD

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Prefrontal and hippocampal microstructural gray matter following cognitive training under moderate hypoxia in mood disorders: a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundCognitive impairment persists during partial or full remission in 50–70% of individuals with mood disorders and impacts daily functioning and clinical prognosis. Preclinical evidence suggests that extended exposure to moderate hypoxia, combined with motor-cognitive learning, may elevate neuroplasticity and improve…

Tags: Bipolar, Clinical trial, Cognitive focus and executive control, Depression, Dissociation and identity integration, Mental health

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Telephone-Based Mental Health Promotion for Rural Women in Brazilian Agrarian Reform Communities: Pre-Post Pilot Study

Background: Women living in rural agrarian reform communities face intersecting challenges related to social, economic, racial, and gender vulnerabilities, which significantly increase their likelihood of developing physical and mental health problems. Despite the potential of telephone-based interventions to promote mental…

Tags: Academic research, Mental health

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