Scientists find link between threats and emotional overeating
After experiencing a near-miss car accident or a distressing encounter, many people turn to comfort food as a way to cope with stress and...
Financial crises damage people’s mental health – our global review shows who is worst...
Financial crises are periods characterised by devastating losses of income, work, a certain future, and a stable family life.
The effect on mental health can...
Living alone does not mean loneliness, study finds
Researchers from Friedrich Schiller University Jena, in a groundbreaking study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Development, have unveiled the diverse experiences of...
Creative minds are vulnerable to mental illness – but magicians escape the curse
Can you think of a comedian, actor, poet or writer who suffered from mental illness? Maybe the actor Robin Williams or comedian Stephen Fry...
Do stress and depression increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease? Here’s why there might...
Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. A number of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing dementia, including high...
Exercise can reduce heart failure risk for those with depression and anxiety
New research suggests that physical activity may be particularly beneficial in reducing the risk of heart failure for individuals dealing with depression or anxiety.
Prior...
Depression is linked to higher dementia risk, study confirms
A recent study published in JAMA Neurology has uncovered a concerning connection between depression and an increased risk of developing dementia.
This research, conducted in...
Eczema linked to increased mental health issues
At the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting, a new study highlighted the mental health challenges faced by individuals...
Living with eczema can be a hidden mental health struggle
Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis (AD), is a skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it's often recognized for causing itching...
How stress can keep mental illness going
Researchers from the United States and Canada joined forces to explore how stress and mental health are connected. They wanted to find out if...