Search Results for: depression

Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Offers Cost-Effective Alternative for Depression and Anxiety Treatment, Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by the University of York, in collaboration with ieso Digital Health Ltd and Dorset HealthCare University NHS Trust, has found that internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers greater cost-effectiveness and comparable clinical effectiveness compared to … Read the full press release

Aviva supports the Foundation for Young People’s Mental Health (YPMH) and Cambridge University project focused on depression in young people

75% of people with a mental health problem develop it before the age of 24 Treatments for depression in under-18s are effective in only 60% of cases Depression arises from a complex set of factors LONDON, 11-Oct-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — … Read the full press release

Oxford University study in Sweden finds depression is associated with a threefold increase in the risk of committing violent crime

OXFORD, 2-3-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — A diagnosis of depression is associated with a threefold increase in the risk of committing violent crime, compared to the general population, according to a new study based on nearly 50,000 people in Sweden diagnosed … Read the full press release

Gedeon Richter Plc. and Forest Laboratories, Inc. announce positive Phase IIb studies for cariprazine in both bipolar depression and major depressive disorder

Budapest and New York, 1-4-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Gedeon Richter Plc. and Forest Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: FRX) today announced positive topline results from a Phase IIb trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of the investigational antipsychotic cariprazine in patients with bipolar depression. … Read the full press release

Trinity College Dublin Researchers: Stressful life events greatly enhance the risk of depression affecting people in later life

Dublin, 28-3-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Researchers from Trinity College Dublin’s Institute of Neuroscience and Department of Psychiatry believe stressful life events greatly enhance the risk of depression affecting people in later life. They link this phenomenon to changes in genetic expression, which only occur following exposure to … Read the full press release

Advancements in Vision Preservation: Boehringer Ingelheim’s Breakthrough in Geographic Atrophy Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Boehringer Ingelheim and CDR-Life have reported positive results from the Phase I trial of BI 771716, an investigational treatment for geographic atrophy (GA), a severe form of age-related macular degeneration. The antibody fragment met its primary safety endpoints, … Read the full press release

Novartis Unveils Long-Term Efficacy of Remibrutinib in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria at EAACI Congress

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has presented new data at the 2024 European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) Congress, showcasing the sustained efficacy and safety of remibrutinib, a selective Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor, in chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). Results … Read the full press release

Global Study Unveils Barriers to Mental Health Care Access

(IN BRIEF) A recent study commissioned by Boehringer Ingelheim, conducted across eight G20 countries, sheds light on the challenges obstructing access to mental health care worldwide. The analysis reveals pervasive stigma, a shortage of mental health professionals, and inconsistent service … Read the full press release

Sony Study Reveals Persisting Mental Health Challenges Among European Surgeons and Oncologists

(IN BRIEF) A recent survey conducted by Sony Healthcare Europe indicates that 95% of surgeons and oncologists across Europe experienced negative mental health issues in 2023, a level comparable to the aftermath of the pandemic in 2021. The survey of … Read the full press release

Access to Community Perinatal Mental Health Teams Reduces Relapse Risk in Women with Severe Mental Illness After Childbirth

(IN BRIEF) New research conducted by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and the University of Liverpool, reveals that … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool’s VISION Group Secures £569k to Improve Visual Impairment Care in Brain Injury and Neurological Conditions

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s VISION group, focusing on visual impairment in acquired brain injury and neurological conditions, has received £569,000 in funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Led by Professor Fiona Rowe, the … Read the full press release

Study Urges Recognition of Patients’ ‘Lived Experiences’ in Diagnosis Process

(IN BRIEF) A study led by researchers from the University of Cambridge and King’s College London highlights the importance of valuing patients’ “lived experiences” in the diagnostic process. The research, involving over 1,000 patients and clinicians, revealed that clinicians often … Read the full press release

Dupixent Shows Remarkable Efficacy in Reducing COPD Exacerbations in Second Phase 3 Trial

(IN BRIEF) In a significant development, the second investigational Phase 3 trial of Dupixent® (dupilumab) for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), known as NOTUS, has demonstrated promising results. The trial found that Dupixent reduced COPD exacerbations by 34% compared to … Read the full press release

Urban Agriculture Could Transform Glasgow’s ‘Food Deserts’ and Reduce Inequality, New Research Finds

(IN BRIEF) New research conducted by the University of Glasgow in collaboration with Florida State University, USA, suggests that adopting an innovative approach to urban agriculture could help Glasgow’s ‘food deserts’ become sources of healthy and affordable produce, ultimately reducing … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Devastating Impact of Asylum Process Delays on Unaccompanied Children and Young People

(IN BRIEF) A research project led by the University of Liverpool School of Law highlights significant and systemic delays in the UK’s asylum process, particularly affecting unaccompanied children and young people seeking asylum. The study includes in-depth interviews with young … Read the full press release

Swiss Re Introduces AI-Powered Mental Health App, Collaborates with Wysa for Holistic Support

(IN BRIEF) Swiss Re Reinsurance Solutions has partnered with Wysa to launch Wysa Assure, an AI-driven mental health support app. Combining Swiss Re’s risk expertise with Wysa’s AI technology, the app offers on-demand mental health assistance through an AI chatbot … Read the full press release

Novartis Reports Positive Phase III Outcomes for Novel Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria Drug

TOP-LINE DATA FROM REMIX-1 AND REMIX-2 STUDIES DEMONSTRATE SIGNIFICANT SYMPTOM IMPROVEMENT (IN BRIEF) Novartis has unveiled promising results from Phase III trials for remibrutinib, a potent Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor, targeting chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). The REMIX-1 and REMIX-2 … Read the full press release

Telekom Launches ‘Against Hate on the Net’ Initiative to Combat Hate Speech and Promote Digital Solidarity

(IN BRIEF) Telekom is launching its initiative “Against hate on the Net” with a new spot on the International Action Day for Victims of Hate Crime. The spot urges people to take action against hate speech on the internet by … Read the full press release

Breakthrough ‘Fastball EEG’ Test for Dementia Receives £1.5M Funding Boost

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the universities of Bath and Bristol have been awarded £1.5 million in funding to scale up the development of a revolutionary dementia and Alzheimer’s disease test called ‘Fastball EEG’. The non-invasive test measures patients’ brain waves … Read the full press release

Singing to Preterm Infants Boosts Brain Development and Maternal Wellbeing, Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) A recently completed doctoral thesis suggests that parents should sing to their stable preterm infants during kangaroo care, as it promotes brain development in infants and improves maternal wellbeing. The study found that singing during kangaroo care helped … Read the full press release

University of Cambridge study finds positive outcomes for children born via third-party assisted reproduction

(IN BRIEF) A recent study by University of Cambridge researchers has found that children born by third-party assisted reproduction (e.g., egg or sperm donation or surrogacy) have no difference in psychological wellbeing or quality of family relationships compared to those … Read the full press release

Study identifies risk factors associated with long Covid

(IN BRIEF) New research from the University of East Anglia has found that being vaccinated against Covid-19 can halve the risk of developing long Covid. The study, which is the largest of its kind and includes more than 860,000 patients, … Read the full press release

Une séance de thérapie révolutionnaire de trois heures aide les enfants à surmonter leurs peurs

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) Une étude menée par des chercheurs de l’Université de York et de l’Université de Sheffield a révélé que les phobies courantes de l’enfance, telles que la peur des araignées, des chiens et des aiguilles, pouvaient être résolues … Read the full press release

Revolutionary Three-Hour Therapy Session Helps Children Overcome Fears

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by researchers at the University of York and University of Sheffield found that common childhood phobias, such as fear of spiders, dogs, and needles, could be resolved in a single three-hour therapy session instead of … Read the full press release

Global Literacy and Mental Health: New Study from UEA Reveals a Disturbing Trend

(IN BRIEF) A new study from the University of East Anglia has found that people with poor literacy are more likely to suffer from mental health issues such as loneliness, depression, and anxiety. The study, which is the first to … Read the full press release

TUM Researchers Develop New Methods for Investigating Neuronal Patterns in Cognitive Mental Disorders

How can physicians help patients suffering from mental health disorders like chronic pain, depression and stroke? (IN BRIEF) An interdisciplinary team of researchers at TUM is developing new methods to investigate the neuronal patterns underlying cognitive mental disorders such as … Read the full press release

Investigadores de TUM desarrollan nuevos métodos para investigar patrones neuronales en trastornos mentales cognitivos

¿Cómo pueden los médicos ayudar a los pacientes que padecen trastornos de salud mental como dolor crónico, depresión y accidente cerebrovascular? (NOTICIA EN BREVE) Un equipo interdisciplinario de investigadores de TUM está desarrollando nuevos métodos para investigar los patrones neuronales … Read the full press release

On World Bipolar Day ALCEDIAG announces EIT Health supported EDIT-B Consortium validating innovative blood diagnostic test for bipolar disorder

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS AND MONTPELLIER, 30-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — ALCEDIAG announces the launch of the EDIT-B Consortium, supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology for Health (EIT Health). This newly formed European public-private partnership aims at advancing precision … Read the full press release

Global & Europe Mental Health Software and Devices Market to Witness a Revenue of USD 13367.12 Million by 2030 by Growing with a CAGR of 13.28% During 2021-2030; Increasing Concern for Mental Health Disorders to Drive Market Growth

Europe Mental Health Software and Devices Market to Experience Great Bounce in European Markets (PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK, 21-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Every year, over 7 Million people are known to die by suicide, one of the major concerns of … Read the full press release

L’Université de Twente dévoile une nouvelle application qui aide les gens à s’entraîner à la positivité pendant les périodes difficiles

(COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) ENSCHEDE, 14-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — L’Université de Twente, une université technique publique basée à Enschede, aux Pays-Bas, a annoncé le lancement d’une nouvelle application qui aide les gens à s’entraîner à la positivité pendant les périodes difficiles … Read the full press release

University of Twente unveils a new app that helps people train in positivity during challenging times

(PRESS RELEASE) ENSCHEDE, 14-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Twente, a Enschede, NL based public technical university, has announced the launch of a new app that helps people train in positivity during challenging times. The Training in Positivity app, TIP … Read the full press release

Zweite Phase-3-Studie für Dupixent/Dupilumab: Das Medikament kann Juckreiz und Hautläsionen bei Patienten mit unkontrollierter Prurigo nodularis deutlich reduzieren

Dupixent ist das erste und einzige Medikament mit positiven Phase-3-Ergebnissen bei Prurigo nodularis, was den potenziellen Nutzen einer gezielten Behandlung von IL-4 und IL-13, zentralen Treibern von Typ-2-Entzündungen, zur Behandlung von Juckreiz und Hautläsionen bestätigt Die Daten bestätigen die Ergebnisse … Read the full press release

Second Phase 3 trial for Dupixent/Dupilumab: the medicine can significantly reduce itch and skin lesions in patients with uncontrolled prurigo nodularis

Dupixent is the first and only medicine to demonstrate positive Phase 3 results in prurigo nodularis, confirming the potential benefit of targeting IL-4 and IL-13, central drivers of type 2 inflammation, to address itch and skin lesions Data confirm results … Read the full press release

DNV appointed one of the auditors for the CrewSafe programme in South East Asia

(PRESS RELEASE) BÆRUM, 28-Jul-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — DNV, the world’s leading classification society and risk management expert, announces that it has been selected as an auditor in the multi-party backed CrewSafe programme. With this appointment, DNV embarks on an instrumental … Read the full press release

UZH: leather balls discovered in northwest China now the oldest known balls in Eurasia

(PRESS RELEASE) ZURICH, 12-Oct-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Researchers from the University of Zurich, together with German and Chinese peers have announced they have investigated ancient leather balls discovered in the graves of horse riders in northwest China, near the city … Read the full press release

European Psychiatric Association Statement for World Mental Health Day: 10 October 2019

(PRESS RELEASE) STRASBOURG, 9-Oct-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — On the occasion of this year’s World Mental Health Day, in addition to the key messages delivered on 10 September, the European Psychiatric Association (EPA) and its National Psychiatric Associations (NPAs) join the … Read the full press release

Successful Test-Markets Prompt Launch Of New VA Female Condom In Europe

(PRESS RELEASE) PETOSKEY, MI, USA, 8-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — The makers of the VA worn-of-women female condom announce the European launch of the VA on February 9. The VA is available exclusively online at the VA wow website, vawow.com, and retail … Read the full press release

Study: Switching off the body’s threat response by calming the heart rate in self-compassion exercises can have psychological and physical benefits

(PRESS RELEASE) EXETER, 7-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — New research funded by the Compassionate Mind Foundation and carried out by Exeter and Oxford Universities suggests that taking time to think kind thoughts about yourself and your loved ones can have psychological and physical benefits. The … Read the full press release

FIGO: rights-based advocacy to end Violence Against Women (VAW)

Violence Against Women (VAW) is a global issue, a public health issue and a human rights issue that violates autonomy and hinders development. It is wholly incompatible with FIGO’s vision of a world where women achieve the highest possible standards … Read the full press release

Lundbeck begins clinical development of yet another potential new treatment of Parkinson’s disease

New treatment might have the potential to slow or stop the progression of Parkinson’s disease. VALBY, 12-Sep-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — H. Lundbeck A/S (Lundbeck) begins clinical development of yet another potential new treatment of Parkinson’s disease with the enrollment of the … Read the full press release