By Amelia Cole The coronavirus has shattered the modern world’s invincibility complex and forced the public to deal with a health crisis unlike any other. As countries mobilize to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and ‘flatten the curve’, there is another echo pandemic looming beneath…
Millions of Americans are being impacted by the psychological fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic aftermath, and large numbers may experience emotional distress and be at increased risk of developing psychiatric disorders such as depression and anxiety, according to a new article published…
Scientists prove that psilocybin, a potential drug for treating depression and other psychological conditions can be produced in yeast. Psilocybin mushrooms have been found to have minimal harmful effects and could potentially benefit those with depression. But they remain illegal even though they offer a…
When social distancing rules were enacted to help combat the spread of COVID-19 in the United States, the country adopted some new habits. Several states have issued “stay at home” orders, demanding their citizens stay in their homes except in the event of “necessary” travel…
By Sara Tipton In our current situation of quarantines and lockdowns designed to stop the spread of the coronavirus, it’s important to know that this comes at a cost, especially to those we are trying to protect. Older people are already vulnerable to loneliness, but…
By Tyler Durden Calls to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline have spiked 300% amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to KVLY, while the Sacramento Bee reports that other suicide prevention services have similarly risen for the same reasons. “It’s so scary, it’s almost like … I…
By Susan Boskey We are living through very strange and uncertain times. Given the spread of Covid-19 in the U.S. changes keep happening at a faster and faster pace. Children are out of school. Parents are trying to figure out how to keep bread on…
By Sarita Robinson, University of Central Lancashire People who suspect they may have come into contact with the coronavirus are being advised to self-isolate (stay at home) for 14 days. For some people, the idea of self-isolation may seem like a dream come true. For…
By Alanna Ketler The Facts: A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine explores sensory deprivation in a flotation tank as a form of preventative healthcare. Its results showed substantial reductions in levels of stress, anxiety, depression and pain. Reflect On: The growth of…
By Barbara Jacquelyn Sahakian, University of Cambridge; Christelle Langley, University of Cambridge, and Muzaffer Kaser, University of Cambridge A bit of stress is a normal part of our daily lives, which can even be good for us. Overcoming stressful events can make us more resilient….
By Rafael Euba, King’s College London There is much written about finding one’s life purpose and reaching self actualisation, but do we really need to have one? My partner is happy pottering around the house with his family around him, watching TV, reading the news,…
By Carly Wood, University of Westminster Across the globe, college- and university-aged students are experiencing high levels of stress and mental ill-health. For example, in the past ten years in the UK there has been a fivefold increase in the number of students reporting mental…
By Amanda Froelich After eating a particularly unhealthy meal, have you ever noticed that you don’t feel too great? Maybe you suffer from a headache; perhaps your digestion becomes sluggish; or, maybe you suffer from a bout of anxiety or depression for several days. If…
Dr. Fahad Basheer The Facts: Stress can have unhealthy biological consequences. Reflect On: Why are we not taught as youngsters to deal with and handle stress, and other emotions? During my general practice, I often encounter many cases that stem from stress. Gastritis is one…
By Richard Enos The Facts: Psychologist Sherrie Bourg Carter shares 8 reasons that stress may ensue from a cluttered environment. Reflect On: How clean is your environment? Have you tried de-cluttering to see if it makes a difference in how you feel? Clutter in our…
By Kalee Brown The Facts: A study published in The Lancet Planetary Health Journal titled “Urban greenness and mortality in Canada’s largest cities: a national cohort study” reveals just how beneficial living close to or within nature can be. Reflect On: How much time do…
By Arjun Walia The Facts: Multiple studies outlined in this article indicate a serious issue with the efficacy of antidepressant drugs, and the lengths that pharmaceutical companies go to hide potential dangers. Reflect On: How much science is there really behind the efficacy of antidepressant…
Using results of a survey of more than 2,700 self-reported users of the herbal supplement kratom, sold online and in smoke shops around the U.S., Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers conclude that the psychoactive compound somewhat similar to opioids likely has a lower rate of harm…
By Alanna Ketler The Facts: Spending time outdoors can have a drastically positive impact on our mental health. Reflect On: How often are you getting outside? A short walk or a sit in a park is enough for you to reap the benefits Mother Nature…
By John Vibes More research continues to be published showing the potential impact that psychedelic compounds can have on mental health treatment. A team at New York University‘s Grossman School of Medicine recently conducted followup research to the 2016 study which showed that cancer patients…
