Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart
Napping during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide.
While some people view napping as a luxurious indulgence, others see it as...
Shift work linked to higher risk of depression and anxiety, study finds
A study from Huazhong University of Science and Technology reveals that shift work is associated with a higher risk of developing depression and anxiety.
The...
Scientists find high blood pressure linked to mood problems
How Does Blood Pressure Affect Us?
Blood pressure is the force with which our blood pushes against the walls of our veins and arteries. It's...
Social media does not cause depression and anxiety in kids, study finds
The Big Question: Does Social Media Affect Teen Mental Health?
Parents often worry that spending too much time on social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat,...
Immune cells linked to depression, anxiety and Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
The Amazing Role of Regulatory T Cells
You probably know that your immune system helps you fight off infections and keeps you healthy. But did...
Dancing may help treat depression, study shows
Beyond Words, Into Movement
Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland are tapping into the therapeutic potential of dance for treating mild-to-moderate depression.
By focusing on...
Scientists find a new target in the brain for fighting drug addiction
Exploring New Areas of the Brain
Fighting drug addiction has always been a complex challenge. Most research has focused on a part of the brain...
How older people and their caregivers view pain, depression
Adults, especially older ones, may sometimes struggle to convey the specifics of their symptoms and quality of life to healthcare providers.
This can be due...
Researchers find complex links between chronic pain and mental health
Chronic pain is often more than just a physical condition.
According to Kurt Kroenke, M.D., of Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University School of Medicine, it's...
How anxiety affects your decision-making
Have you ever felt your heart race when you bumped into someone you have a crush on?
In such situations, we all have to decide...