Sleep spindles may reduce anxiety in people with PTSD
A new study shows that sleep spindles, brief bursts of brain activity occurring during one phase of sleep and captured by EEG, may regulate...
Is your smartphone hurting your mental health?
The proliferation of digital devices has undoubtedly revolutionized the way we live, work, and communicate.
From smartphones and laptops to tablets and gaming consoles, these...
How air pollution could harm your mental health
Air pollution is a major environmental issue that can cause a variety of health problems, ranging from respiratory issues to heart disease.
However, recent research...
Best and worst foods to eat if you have depression
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
While medication and therapy are often recommended as treatment options, diet can...
Mood disorders: What you need to know
Mood disorders are a type of mental illness that can cause significant distress and interfere with daily functioning.
These disorders can impact a person’s thoughts,...
Gut health may be directly linked to emotional well-being
Scientists find a link between gut bacteria and positive emotions such as happiness and hopefulness, as well as emotion management skills.
Eating fried food frequently may increase anxiety, depression
A team of food scientists at Zhejiang University in China has identified a possible link between frequent consumption of fried foods and increased levels...
Strong sense of purpose in life can improve cognitive resilience
A new study finds that having a stronger purpose in life (PiL) may promote cognitive resilience among middle-aged adults.
This means that having a sense...
Scientists find a big cause of self-destructive behavior
The link between our actions and the consequences they produce is a fundamental concept that most people learn at an early age.
However, new research...
Managing stress with food and alcohol may increase lifelong weight gain
A study by Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare has found that using food or alcohol to manage stress can lead to weight gain over time.