Mental Wellness
It’s not just you: Young people appear and feel older when under stress
A recent study has discovered that younger adults tend to look and feel older when they experience stress, particularly when they perceive they have less control over their lives. "Shevaun…
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The Moving Body, the Hydraulic Brain: Exploring Fluid Shifts in the Brain
The brain is more mechanically connected to the body than previously understood, according to new…
Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain
Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life,…
Mediterranean-style eating could strengthen mitochondrial pathways supporting cardiovascular and cognitive health
A new study from researchers at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology suggests that…
The Brain’s Internal Compass Stability May Hold the Key to Memory Longevity
A discovery by McGill University researchers sheds light on how memories can endure over time,…
Mental Wellness
Feeling down and moving less? Or perhaps moving more and feeling uplifted? It can work either way
New findings from the University of Toronto reveal that adults who have reported more symptoms of depression over the past…
Harnessing the Transformative Potential of Expressive Writing: Navigating Anger through Emotional Liberation
In a groundbreaking study, a team of Japanese researchers has introduced a unique method for managing anger: the act of…
Researchers have pinpointed specific targets within the brain that can be modulated to regulate heart rate and potentially alleviate depressive disorders
A recent investigation led by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a prominent member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare…
Research elucidates how childhood maltreatment affects mental and physical health well into adulthood
Childhood maltreatment can persistently influence health well into adulthood, primarily affecting an individual’s risk of poor physical health and subsequent…
A study focusing on middle-aged and older adults, which took into account lifestyle and demographic factors, found that a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) is closely linked to poorer mental health, with this association being particularly notable in women
Obesity and mental health issues stand as substantial challenges to global health. Studies have established a connection between higher levels…
Study confirms weight training improves symptoms of anxiety and depression in older people
Weight training offers numerous benefits for older individuals, including reductions in body fat and enhancements in muscle strength and mass.…
Mental health inequalities increasing among transgender adults
In the United States, transgender and gender non-conforming (TGNC) individuals form a historically marginalised group within society. They frequently encounter…
Treatment through brain stimulation could enhance the well-being of older adults suffering from depression and anxiety
In a recent study led by the University of Florida, a noninvasive method of brain stimulation showed promise in alleviating…