News Articles on Health-related
Mid-Life Women May See Less Stress
Evidence has been mixed about whether midlife is a dissatisfying time for women, or a time when women are less stressed and enjoy a higher quality of life. A...
Childhood Obesity, Depression May Be Driven By Shared Brain Abnormalities
A new study published in the journal Hormones and Behavior finds that childhood obesity and depression may be driven by shared abnormalities in the reward-processing regions of the brain....
How to Counter Rudeness at Work For A Good Night’s Sleep
If you’ve had a bad day at work thanks to rude colleagues, doing something fun and relaxing afterwards could promote a better night’s sleep. The new findings appear in...
Hydration May Boost Cognitive Benefits of Exercise in Older Adutls
Recent research has shown that exercise can boost brain health and memory in older adults and may even help prevent Alzheimer’s disease. Now a new study finds that drinking...
Hour of Mindfulness Meditation May Help Anxiety, Cardiovascular Health
Just a single one-hour session of mindfulness meditation can offer psychological and cardiovascular benefits to adults with mild to moderate anxiety, according to a new study by researchers at...
Muscular Strength Tied to Brain Health
A new study finds that muscular strength, measured by hand grip, is a significant indicator of brain health. This link was found to be consistently strong in both younger...
Ex-Prisoners with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse Have 12-Fold Risk of Injury
People released from prison who struggle with both mental illness and substance use problems are 12 times more likely to sustain an injury compared to those in the general...
Digital Tech Helps Supplement CBT for Opioid Abuse
Researchers announce that an automated text messaging service may help to curb opioid abuse and reduce the likelihood of relapse while also decreasing treatment costs. Investigators from Washington University...
Some Workplace Anxiety Can Be Beneficial
Emerging research suggests anxiety at work may not always be a bad thing; it may actually improve motivation and enhance performance. “There are a lot of theories and models...
Nasal Ketamine Shows Promise for Depression & Suicidal Thoughts
New research suggests a nasal spray formulation of ketamine may be an option for the rapid treatment of symptoms of major depression and suicidal thoughts. In a double-blind study,...