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New study to investigate link between gut microbiome and emotional and cognitive wellbeing in early menopause

The research will add to a growing body of evidence on the effects of probiotics on mood and cognition and their ability to positively affect menopausal symptoms.

Black History Month in the Department of Psychiatry

From academic research seminars to film nights, the Department of Psychiatry hosted a range of events to celebrate Black History Month in October.

The University of Oxford, Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and Aston University awarded £16.3m for infrastructure to improve people’s health

The new NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) will work with healthcare professionals and the public to find solutions to local health needs in the Thames Valley and beyond.

Neurodiversity takes centre stage at Oxford’s first conference

Oxford’s first Neurodiversity Conference brought together clinicians, researchers, local organisations members of the public and the neurodivergent community to discuss current and future research and areas for potential collaboration.

Digital CBTe: A promising digital treatment for binge eating

An innovative digital treatment programme for binge eating, Digital CBTe, has shown significant benefits in multiple pilot studies.

Key outputs from Attune project on adverse childhood experiences and mental health

The ATTUNE project, focused on understanding adolescent mental health and childhood adversities through the use of participatory arts methods, is due to conclude at the end of August 2025.

Informing policy on AI in brain science and mental health

Two researchers in the Department of Psychiatry contributed to key government reports on mental health for MPs and other policy makers.

Patients report alarming lack of trust in NHS primary care providers

Results of a survey on the level of trust that Black, Asian and ethnic minority patients have with NHS primary care service providers reveal alarming levels of discrimination and mistrust.

Schools encouraged to be part of major wellbeing survey for 9-18 year olds

A major survey into the mental health and wellbeing of thousands of school and college students has opened.

New Insights into diabetes medications (GLP-1RAs) to treat mental ill health

Drugs approved for diabetes and obesity might be useful for the treatment of cognitive and mental health disorders, according to a new paper published in Nature Mental Health.

Real world effects of antidepressants

New study compared real-world effects of different antidepressants with data from randomised controlled trials.

Radical rethink of mental health support for adolescents needed – new study

Young people have given important insights into what mental health support they prefer and what does not work for them or meet their needs, as part of a major new study of thousands of adolescents.

Shaping the Future of Trauma-Informed Care – Insights from the Attune Project’s Impact and Dissemination Conference

ATTUNE is a project that explores young people’s understanding of mental health and adverse childhood experiences using arts-based methods.

Major study on British South Asian maternal mental health published

The ‘ROSHNI2’ study is one of the most extensive research trials ever conducted to investigate how effective psychological intervention is when providing postnatal support to British South Asian mothers.

Urgent action needed to understand links between air pollution and mental health

Leading scientists are calling for urgent global action to better understand the links between air pollution and mental health.

Could taking a specific anticonstipation drug reduce your risk of depression?

A new paper suggests that anti-constipation drug, prucalopride, may reduce the risk of experiencing depression in individuals with no past history of mental illness.

Young mums and dads invited to help test new online support package

Young mums and dads who are struggling with their mental health are being invited to be part of a new research study run by the University of Oxford.

New study finds semaglutide safe for brain health with possible benefits for cognition and nicotine dependence

Semaglutide – widely known as Ozempic/Wegovy – does not negatively impact brain health and is associated with lower risk of cognitive problems and less nicotine dependence, according to a new study.

AI to help personalise treatment for depression as part of major trial

People with depression are being invited to be part of a clinical trial testing a new evidence-based AI treatment tool to personalise antidepressant treatment.

Brief online training can help teachers respond to pupils’ mental health

Brief, interactive online mental health training can help teachers better respond to their pupils’ mental health difficulties, according to a new study.

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