Mental Health

Teen Cannabis Use Lowers IQ, Despite Claims to Contrary

January 18, 2013, 3:30 pm

A new study questions the conclusion of a paper from last year that was widely seen as greatly strengthening the evidence that regular cannabis use beginning in adolescence [...]

Being Able to Listen to and Process Your Thoughts

January 15, 2013, 11:27 am

Last week, Reddit co- founder Aaron Swartz, 26, committed suicide. How did it get to that point? His death highlights the need for individuals to familiarize themselves with [...]

Healthy Neuroticism: Conscientiousness Can Improve Inflammatory Conditions

December 31, 2012, 2:00 pm

Recent U.S. research has shown that neurotic people who are also conscientious have very low levels of Interleukin 6 (IL-6), an indicator of chronic disease and inflammation.

Video Gaming Addiction Can Control Your Thoughts

December 27, 2012, 3:00 pm

A psychology researcher from Australia has collected some of the first scientific evidence that video gaming can be addictive in a way similar to gambling and alcohol.

Alberta Researcher Aims to Shed Light on Marijuana Addiction

November 27, 2012, 8:07 pm

Canadian researchers study marijuana users who overcome addiction.

The Redeeming Power of Love

October 10, 2012, 8:16 pm

The sight of a victim of mental illness and his caretaker sparks reflection, and then a revelation.

Is Screening for Dementia Really a Good Thing?

July 12, 2012, 4:31 pm

With an ageing population there is talk of a pending “national crisis” in dementia, but is there a counter view to the opportunism for more testing?

Victims of Physical and Sexual Violence at Risk of Developing Mental Health Problems

July 11, 2012, 3:19 pm

Victims of physical and sexual violence are failed by healthcare and criminal justice workers who do not recognise post-traumatic stress, says report.

Actress Glenn Close To Speak At Ottawa Stigma Conference

May 29, 2012, 9:44 pm

Award-winning actress Glenn Close will be a keynote speaker at an international conference on reducing stigma and discrimination surrounding mental illness being held in [...]

Mental Health Helplines Overwhelmed During Recession

May 21, 2012, 12:05 pm

Since the start of the recession, enquiries to mental health charity Mind’s Infoline and legal advice service have doubled.