Tag: mental health
Research links physical activity to lower rates of depression and insomnia in ageing smokers
Regular weekly exercise may help smokers over the age of 40 lower their risks of depression and sleep…
Groundbreaking research shows seniors can bounce back to wellness
A new Canadian study is delivering a hopeful message to older adults and those who care for them:…
Neighbourhood walkability linked to lower stress levels during COVID-19
A recent study from the University of New Hampshire has revealed that communities designed to be more walkable…
For older adults: the psychological benefits of staying inquisitive
In two recently published studies, researchers have shown that older adults who continue to challenge themselves with new…
Theatre Helps Alleviate Emotional Symptoms in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
A recent clinical study led by a research team at the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), in collaboration…
Why Sleep Counts: How Duration, Timing, and Quality May Influence Heart Disease Risk
Healthy sleep is increasingly recognised as a critical factor in cardiometabolic health. A new scientific statement from the…
Depression and Anxiety Linked to Discrimination Especially Prevalent Among Multiracial, White, and Asian Groups
A recent study has revealed that more than half of adults in the United States report experiencing some…
Recent Studies Show Meditation Influences Key Brain Regions Linked to Memory and Emotional Control
Researchers utilising intracranial electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings from deep brain regions have discovered that meditation alters the amygdala and…
The Craft of Wellness: Collective Endeavours Found to Alleviate Depression and Anxiety Among the Elderly
A recent study led by researchers from Queen Mary University of London has revealed that participating in group…
The Connection Between Financial Status and Social Isolation in Elderly Individuals
During the initial months of the COVID-19 pandemic, older adults who lacked sufficient savings to manage emergency expenses…
Social Media’s Dual Dilemma: Recent Research Associates Both Active and Passive Usage with Increased Loneliness
"The Epidemic of Loneliness: A Nine-Year Longitudinal Study on the Impact of Passive and Active Social Media Use…
Association Between Depression and Increased Risk of Chronic Physical Illnesses
Adults with a history of depression are found to develop long-term physical conditions approximately 30% more rapidly than…