Counselors, Therapists, and Psychologists: What Sets Them Apart
In a recent exploration of mental‑health careers, experts clarified the distinctions among counselors, therapists, and psychologists. The piece, published in Se
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Anhedonia Emerges as Key Indicator of Trauma and Suicide Risk in Clinical Settings
Anita H. Clayton, MD, highlighted the growing importance of anhedonia—loss of pleasure—in diagnosing past trauma and forecasting future suicide attempts and rel
Daily Steps Linked to Reduced Depression Risk in Teens
A large-scale study tracking over 5,500 American adolescents has found that higher daily step counts are associated with thicker brain regions involved in emoti
Brain Reward Networks Show Unusual Hyper-Connectivity in Autism, Study Finds
Researchers have discovered that the brain's reward system in autistic individuals connects more strongly with social processing networks than previously unders
Online Therapy Builds Strong Therapeutic Bonds Like In-Person Care
Research shows video and text-based therapy can form a therapeutic alliance as strong as face-to-face sessions, challenging assumptions about digital treatment
Does MRI‑Based Targeting Enhance Outcomes in Accelerated TMS for Depression?
Brandon Bentzley, MD, PhD, explains that SAINT is becoming a cornerstone for treating severe depression. The therapy delivers rapid symptom relief, allowing pat
Accelerated TMS Protocol Achieves Rapid Remission in Treatment-Resistant Depression
Researchers report that a brain imaging-guided transcranial magnetic stimulation approach called SAINT delivers remission in days rather than weeks for patients
Loneliness in Childhood Leaves Lasting Marks on Adult Life
A six‑year study published in the journal *Development and Psychopathology* examined how feelings of isolation in childhood affect people when they reach adulth
Trauma and Borderline Traits Shape Female Criminal Justice Outcomes
Women in the criminal justice system face complex psychological challenges. Their histories often include significant childhood adversity and victimization. The
Right Brain Shows Faster Signs of Aging Than Left Side
Researchers have unveiled a novel artificial intelligence tool that maps brain aging through detailed MRI analysis. Published in the Proceedings of the National
Childhood Trauma, Uncertainty, and Suicidal Thoughts in Female Prisoners
A recent study published in the Journal of Forensic and Legal Psychology examined how early life trauma contributes to suicidal ideation among incarcerated wome
How to Dismantle Self-Stigma in Schizophrenia Care
Dr. Tracy Hicks, a psychiatric healthcare provider and mother, shares her personal and professional journey with schizophrenia to highlight how self-stigma affe