Saul Mcleod July 11, 2025
Accessible summaries of the latest peer-reviewed mental health research.
Clinical Psychology Forum
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Parent-Child Attachment Quality Influences Adolescent Risk for Self-Harm Thoughts Associated with Loneliness
Loneliness is a common experience during adolescence, a period characterized by significant emotional and social transitions.
www.simplypsychology.org/parent-child-attachment-quality-influences-adolescent-risk-for-self-harm.html
Maternal Distress, Not Depression, Linked to Language Delays in Young Children
The research calls attention to the nuanced ways maternal mental health affects child development. By distinguishing between depressive symptoms and parenting-related stress, the study provides a clearer picture of how to support mothers—and by extension, their children—in the critical early years.
www.simplypsychology.org/maternal-distress-not-depression-linked-to-language-delays-in-young-children.html
Most Teens Increase Smartphone Use in High School, But Only a Few Develop Persistent Problems
The researchers found that while most teens see smartphone use increase during early high school years before declining again, about 4% exhibit consistently high use over a four-year period—suggesting a more entrenched behavioral issue that may need targeted intervention.
www.simplypsychology.org/teens-smartphone-use-in-high-school-problems.html
Weak Family Bonds Linked to Higher Anxiety and Depression in Internet Addiction
In a world increasingly dependent on digital connections, reinforcing family bonds may be a powerful tool in preserving mental health and well-being.
www.simplypsychology.org/weak-family-bonds-linked-to-higher-anxiety-and-depression-in-internet-addiction.html
Promoting Brain Health Is Essential for Effective Stress Management, Social Connections, and Healthy Living
The state of our brains appears to fundamentally shape how effectively we handle stress, connect with others, and maintain a healthy lifestyle, ultimately influencing our mental health and overall well-being.
www.simplypsychology.org/promoting-brain-health-is-essential-for-effective-stress-management-social-connections-and-healthy-living.html
Camouflaging in Autism May Not Drive Mental Health Problems
The most important finding was that higher levels of camouflaging at the start of the study were linked to a small but statistically significant decrease in mental health difficulties over a two-year period.
www.simplypsychology.org/camouflaging-in-autism-may-not-drive-mental-health-problems.html
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