
mental health
Online connections hold double-edged impact on teen mental health, Texas A&M study finds
Oct. 24, 2025 • 5 min. readA comprehensive research review reveals that online friendships can both support and undermine adolescent well-being.
Study: Exercise lowers risk of depression and sleep problems in older smokers
Sep. 26, 2025 • 3 min. readNew research from Texas A&M University's School of Public Health links physical activity to benefits in mental health and rest.
Uncertainty Remains, But More Turn To Cannabis For Chronic Health Issues
Aug. 1, 2025 • 4 min. readTexas A&M–led research links pain, stress and multiple health diagnoses to increasing cannabis use, raising concerns about health risks.
Psychologist Offers Guidance For Families Coping with Trauma
July 11, 2025 • 3 min. readDr. Anka Vujanovic shares strategies for helping children and communities recover emotionally following a disaster.
Study shows plants and green décor in hospital rooms may aid stress recovery
June 27, 2025 • 4 min. readResearchers use immersive VR to understand how different visual elements in hospital rooms affect relaxation and cognitive restoration in patients experiencing acute stress.
A Texas A&M professor offers tips to reclaim your peace of mind when things start to feel out of control.
Virtual Reality Meditation Can Alleviate Depression And Anxiety Symptoms
Jan. 28, 2025 • 3 min. readA new study from Texas A&M University finds immersive VR therapy can also increase control of emotions such as anger and sadness.
Researchers Study How Surroundings Influence Teens During Summer Break
Jan. 8, 2025 • 2 min. readInnovative technology will be used to find effective strategies for promoting teens' physical activity and mental health.
A New Kind Of Resolution: Prioritizing Mental Health In The New Year
Dec. 30, 2024 • 3 min. readSmall steps and self-care can help people navigate post-holiday challenges and set meaningful resolutions for the new year.
Researchers Working To Reduce Risk Of Suicide In Gulf Coast States
Sep. 25, 2024 • 4 min. readSuicide is a leading cause of death across the five U.S. states along the Gulf Coast — Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.