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08/28/2020
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By Ethan Huff
Nearly half of America is now suffering from mental illness due to lockdowns – was it really worth it?
The latest figures from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that more than 40 percent of Americans who were forced into lockdown due to the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) are now suffering from at least one mental or behavioral health condition. Of the 5,412 Americans surveyed at the end of June by […]
02/13/2020
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By Lance D Johanson
What could go wrong? These lab-grown “mini-brains” can’t think, but scientists say “cerebral organoids” can be used to study human brain function
Researchers from Kyoto University in Japan have developed functioning cerebral organoids. These mini-brains were artificially-grown from stem cells. These 3D tissue cultures are the first of their kind to contain functional neural networks. These cerebral organoids do not have sensory input and cannot “think” on their own; however, according to Japanese researchers, these artificial brains […]
06/19/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
The depressing connection between air pollution and happiness
The air you breathe may affect your mood and happiness. A study published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour found that air pollution may be contributing to low levels of happiness among people living in major cities in China. Although China has an annual economic growth rate of eight percent, the level of satisfaction of […]
05/14/2019
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By Zoey Sky
9 ways chronic stress affects the brain – and how to overcome it
Stress affects your ability to concentrate and complete certain tasks. But did you know that chronic stress can also affect your mental and physical health? The two types of stress There are two main kinds of stress, one of which is not bad for you. The other one, however, causes health problems and negatively impacts […]
03/05/2019
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By Tracey Watson
DISTURBING report finds that 20 million American schoolchildren have been prescribed antidepressants
In many ways the world is a far more complex, difficult place to live in now than it was 20 or 30 years ago. Social media places children under increasing pressure – and at an ever decreasing age – to look perfect, have limitless “friends” and lead apparently perfect lives. Many parents work longer hours […]
06/08/2018
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By Janine Acero
Many mental illnesses are inflammation based: More and more science backs up a link between gut health and mental health
You may have heard before that your stomach is home to trillions of bacteria. These microorganisms help break down the food you eat and have a lot to do with the quality of your overall health. But did you know that the state of your gut can impact the state of your mind, and in turn may affect your […]
06/07/2018
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By Carol Anderson
The benefits of intensive meditation last for 7 years, study shows
More than just a solution to overcome one’s daily dose of stress, researchers have found that the benefits of regular meditation can affect one’s life for at least seven years. According to a study conducted at University of California, Davis, the effects of joining an intensive meditation program can be expected to last for years. This was […]
06/06/2018
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By Carol Anderson
Just walking 150 minutes per week significantly lowers your risk of depression
Depression is a crippling disease that affects more than 300 million people across the globe, according to the World Health Organization. Fortunately, researchers have found that even a little exercise can significantly reduce the risk of depression, according to a study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry. The study revealed that physical activity can prevent a person […]
05/24/2018
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By Carol Anderson
Your handshake may be a good indicator of how healthy your brain is
A hand grip may be a normal, everyday thing for men and women alike but a recent study showed that the strength of a handshake can indicate a person’s brain health. Using the data of 475,397 people from the general population in the U.K., and 1,162 participants who were diagnosed with schizophrenia, researchers discovered that grip […]
05/17/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Clinical trials prove that antioxidants and amino acid supplements can treat psychosis
Researchers have found that antioxidant and amino acid supplementation can treat psychosis. The article, published in the journal Early Intervention in Psychiatry, also indicated that these nutrient-based compounds could be used as an adjunctive treatment in first episode psychosis by reducing its symptoms. In a systematic review, researchers at Western Syndey University’s National Institute of Complementary Medicine […]
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