Kids acting as parents: how parentification affects mental health
Sometimes, kids take on roles that are usually meant for adults. Imagine a child looking after their younger siblings, managing bills, or comforting a...
Changing social media use may lower depression, study finds
In today's fast-paced world, social media is more than just sharing photos or catching up with old friends. For some, it becomes an obsession,...
What will it take to make mental health coverage and care better?
Your brain is definitely a part of your body.
So why do tens of millions of Americans find it so hard to get help for...
Scientists find a simple way to improve learning and mental health
Researchers from Duke discovered that adopting a curious mindset, rather than an urgent one, can enhance memory recall.
Alyssa Sinclair, a postdoctoral researcher, and her...
How men and women react differently to stress
In 2020, the pandemic shut everything down. Shops, schools, and travel were halted. Although many have moved on, that time caused a lot of...
Scientists find 4 types of ADHD
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is usually diagnosed based on the symptoms a person has. But this method might not be giving the full...
Eating fruit may help reduce depression, study finds
Ever feel like having a snack but can't decide between an apple or some crisps? You might want to think about your mood.
Happier with...
Why social media harms youth mental health
It’s the height of summer break, and as students decompress from the school year, they also have more time for scrolling social media.
What effect...
Longer screen time linked to anxiety, depression in kids
Do your kids spend a lot of time in front of screens? You're not alone.
A new study from the Faculty of Education has found...
Is social media use a big risk factor for your wellbeing?
Despite the assumption that using multiple social media platforms negatively affects users' well-being, a study by researchers Sophie Lohmann and Emilio Zagheni from the...