AI Psychosis Is Rarely Psychosis at All
A wave of AI users presenting in states of psychological distress gave birth to an unofficial diagnostic label. Experts say it’s neither accurate nor needed, but concede that it’s likely to stay.
How to Manage Food Anxiety Over the Holidays
The festive period can be stressful, particularly for those who struggle with food anxiety, weight concerns, or an eating disorder. Here are some tips for navigating an intense time of year.
The Perplexing Psychology of Returning to ‘Normal’
For a year now, we’ve been living in constant fear of Covid-19. But when you get that vaccine in your arm, it’s not like your stress will magically melt away.
Worrying we are ill when we aren’t is not as bad as it seems
Extreme health anxiety can be crippling but a lot of today's internet-fuelled "cyberchondria" doesn't need formal psychological treatment, says Zara Aziz
Immigrant protections have halved kids’ mental health problems
A programme that protects some US immigrants from deportation has reduced anxiety disorders in their children. But Donald Trump may scrap the scheme next week
The Chatbot Therapist Will See You Now
Star Neuroscientist Tom Insel Leaves the Google-Spawned Verily for … a Startup?
Republican-led US House votes to repeal Affordable Care Act
The bill now needs to be debated in the Senate, but could cost millions of people their health insurance if it passes
Listening to your heartbeat helps you read other people’s minds
People who are more aware of their heartbeats are better at perceiving the emotions of others, suggesting training might help some autism symptoms
Artificial Intelligence Is Learning to Predict and Prevent Suicide
