By StudyFinds In an era where smartwatches and fitness trackers have made step-counting a daily obsession, researchers have discovered that those steps might be doing more than just helping us stay physically fit: they could also be protecting our mental health. A study out of…
By Dr. Faith Coleman As winter approaches and daylight gets shorter every week, many people begin to feel “down” or talk about the “winter blues.” That’s just part of life. For some people, though, their mood changes are more serious. If that sounds like you,…
By Tyler Durden A new study reported on this week says that lead in gasoline could be tied to “over 150 million excess cases of mental health disorders”, including anxiety, depression and ADHD, according to NBC News. A new study estimates that childhood exposure to…
By Tyler Durden One of the reasons governments are moving to restrict teenagers’ access to social media is the fear of its harm to mental health. As Statista’s Anna Fleck reports, the topic has been reignited by the release of a new book titled The Anxious Generation,…
By Kelley Cours Anderson, College of Charleston and Karen Anne Wallach, University of Alabama in Huntsville Life in the digital world can be rewarding. It’s convenient to order groceries for pickup, share photographs or music, and keep in touch with family and friends, no matter…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira Staying glued to your screen is not good for a person’s mental health, but the impact is even greater amongst preteens. In one of the first studies to look at the long-term effects of screen time, researchers have found a link between…
By Study Finds Can the power of positive thinking actually help you live longer? A new study suggests it’s not just about thinking happy thoughts, but about developing a resilient mindset that can weather life’s storms. In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, the…
By Justin Stebbing, Anglia Ruskin University Consuming too much caffeine is definitely bad for your health, and there may be good reasons why some people want to quit it altogether. But if you despair at the idea of giving up your morning coffee, fear not….
By Study Finds Three in four Gen Z Americans are putting the blame on social media for having a negative impact on their mental health. The survey, commissioned by LG Electronics and conducted by Talker Research, offers compelling insights into the digital habits and emotional…
By Study Finds Drastically reducing children’s leisure screen time to just three hours per week can lead to significant improvements in their mental health and behavior in as little as two weeks, a new study shows. The research, led by Dr. Jesper Schmidt-Persson from the…
By Whitney Fleming, Bangor University It is becoming increasingly clear that spending time in nature can benefit our mental health and wellbeing. But a new study by my colleagues and me shows that you don’t have to actually be in nature to reap the rewards….
By Dan Denis, University of York Twenty-six years. That is roughly how much of our lives are spent asleep. Scientists have been trying to explain why we spend so much time sleeping since at least the ancient Greeks, but pinning down the exact functions of…
By Chris Melore The simplest tool to calm anxiety is literally a step away. A survey of 2,000 Americans with outdoor spaces at home finds that 94 percent agree that the simple act of stepping away and going outside helps them relax when they’re stressed…
By Chris Melore As the weather heats up, Americans are united on one thing — it’s time to get out of the house! On average, people need to spend 67 minutes outside each day to feel refreshed, according to a new survey. The poll of…
By Dr. Faith Coleman One of the most important things you can do for your brain is to move your body. People who exercise have less risk for brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and depression. It isn’t just cardiorespiratory exercise, like dancing or running, that…
By John Anderer New research may give you extra motivation to skip the treadmill in favor of a jog or hike outside. Scientists at the University of Exeter have found that exercising in nature may help prevent thousands of cases of various diseases in the…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Weight training is one of the most efficient ways to reduce body fat while increasing strength and muscle mass. A new study not only confirms these benefits in older people, further noting that this effect could help prevent falls and injury,…
By Study Finds Picture this: It’s been a long day, and you’re feeling a bit down. But then, you take a sip of cool, refreshing water, and suddenly, your mood starts to lift. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. A new survey suggests that…
By Study Finds SEOUL, South Korea — Could doctors start handing out prescriptions for new pets? According to a new study, pet therapy could serve as a great way to improve mental health. A team in South Korea found that playing with a dog alters…
By GreenMedInfo A spicy, bright green horseradish paste served alongside sushi, wasabi has gained immense popularity at Japanese restaurants worldwide. But emerging research suggests that beyond livening up your meal, wasabi contains powerful compounds that may bolster declining brains. A recent double-blinded trial published…
