Background
Evidence regarding early interventions based on the Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions framework, such as the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), suggests efficacy for autistic children. However, the effectiveness of ESDM across diverse cultural contexts remains under-researched.
ObjectiveTo assess the effectiveness...
Background
Understanding the relationship between mental and physical health conditions is crucial for developing comprehensive healthcare strategies. The putative existence of a general disease factor (d-factor) that underlies the vulnerability to both physical and mental conditions could have important implications...
If you’re losing more hair than usual, your diet could be playing a big role. A poor diet, missing key nutrients like protein, iron, and healthy...
Question
Task-shared preventive psychological interventions combined with interventions addressing social determinants of mental health may prevent common mental health conditions (CMHCs), particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). However, an evidence synthesis of their combination has not yet been investigated....
Background Medical students experience disproportionately high rates of anxiety and depression, and treatment gaps may exist. To date, little is known about how these mental health outcomes have changed over time.
Objective To examine recent trends in clinically significant anxiety,...
Bee propolis might actually help with fertility—both for men and women. Studies show it can improve sperm quality, calm inflammation, and support hormone balance, especially if...
Background
Improving preventative interventions for self-harm and suicide-related behaviour is a mental health policy priority. Existing evidence-based interventions can be lengthy, resource-heavy, difficult to access, and are not always acceptable or effective. Extending support through brief and remotely delivered interventions...
Objective
To assess the effectiveness of NHS Talking Therapies (NHSTT) service for working-age adults with mild to moderate depression or anxiety and to evaluate the impact of multiple physical long-term conditions (LTCs) on treatment outcomes.
MethodWe have linked routinely collected data...
Background
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) of the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) is an effective non-pharmacological, non-invasive intervention for depression. However, the optimal strategy for localising the DLPFC treatment site on the patient's scalp is heavily disputed. Routine strategies...
Background
With the increasing prevalence of climate-related disasters, psychological responses, including climate change anxiety and anticipatory climate disaster stress, have received heightened attention.
ObjectiveWe investigate the correlates of climate change anxiety and anticipatory climate disaster stress, as well as the nature...