Sep 14, 2025 | The Brighter Side of News

Scientists link sleep apnea to faster mental decline

A study from UC Irvine explains how obstructive sleep apnea contributes to cognitive decline associated with aging and Alzheimer’s disease through the degeneration of brain regions that support memory consolidation during sleep.

Jul 30, 2025 | U.S. News & World Report

9 Daily Habits to Boost Your Mental Health

Dr. Robert McCarron, professor of psychiatry and human behavior, discusses how you can incorporate mindfulness throughout the day by intentionally using your thoughts and senses to increase your awareness of yourself and the world around you.

Jul 28, 2025 | WebMD

The Overlooked Symptom That Makes Depression So Hard to Treat

People need to take anhedonia very seriously because it can have very negative consequences, including a heightened risk of suicide, said Diego Pizzagalli, PhD, founding director of the Noel Drury, MD, Institute for Translational Depression Discoveries at UC Irvine.

Jul 17, 2025 | U.S. News & World Report

Types of Mental Health Professionals: From Psychologists and Psychiatrists to Counselors and Social Workers

Robert McCarron, DO, a professor of psychiatry and human behavior, discusses how choosing the right mental health professional is key for effectively managing mental health challenges.

Jul 16, 2025 | The Orange County Register

$21 million grant will help UCI push frontiers in Alzheimer’s research

UC Irvine officials say the renewal confirms the center’s status as a global research leader, as well as its critical role in addressing a growing public health crisis.