Mental health articles

A curated selection of recent research and reporting on psychology and mental wellbeing from trusted sources.

Last updated June 2026

What's ahead for psychology? 9 trends to watch in 2026

The APA's annual look at the forces shaping the field, from AI-driven personalized care to growing advocacy roles for psychologists.

APA Monitor on Psychology Read

Rethinking suicide risk assessment guidelines

A new perspective examines how current clinical guidelines on suicide risk tools intersect with health equity, especially for older adults.

Nature Mental Health Read

Pretend play linked to better long-term mental health

New research suggests that encouraging imaginative play in toddlers may reduce behavioral difficulties later in childhood.

PsyPost Read

Irregular meal timing tied to higher rates of depression

A nationwide survey finds a link between eating at inconsistent times and depressive symptoms, with dietary variety offering some protection.

PsyPost Read

The happiest seniors aren't the ones with the most free time

New findings suggest that older adults who actively "recalibrate" how they spend their time report greater life satisfaction than those who simply have more leisure.

APA PsycPORT Read

Experts push back on "overmedication" narrative in mental health crisis

Mental health professionals argue that blaming the mental health crisis on overprescription oversimplifies a far more complex set of issues.

NPR via APA PsycPORT Read