Category Archives: Mental Health

As the saying goes, “don’t go to sleep angry.” You’ve probably experienced a poor night of sleep and felt irritable and cranky the following day. A new study suggests that this lack of sleep and eagerness to start a feud can contribute to stress-related inflammation. Stress-related inflammation is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular ...click here to read more

Women are at a greater risk of developing depression as they age. As the population as a whole continues to age, over the next 50 years, the number of women over the age of 65 is expected to double. Because of this, there is a large focus on age-related disorders including depression. The latest findings ...click here to read more

If you’re feeling stressed out and think that your work performance is on a steady decline, this new research will strike a chord. It suggests that cycling can help improve both of these symptoms. The researchers compared different methods of commuting to work and their effects on stress levels and work performance. The researchers found ...click here to read more

Bike riding is a great outdoor physical activity during the warmer months, but the latest research findings suggest that it may also be a great workout for your mind too. Bike riding, specifically on mixed terrain, is a form of interval training, meaning that during some areas of the ride your heart is working harder. ...click here to read more

Lupus is a chronic inflammatory condition that commonly occurs in women that can affect nearly any part of the body. It is not known how this disease manifests, but it is known to be an autoimmune disease—when your body’s immune system attacks its own tissue. Lupus attacks tissue in the joints, skin, kidneys, blood, heart, ...click here to read more

We all get sad from time to time. However, there are people who have persistent, chronic feelings of sadness known as depression. This level of sadness can affect every aspect of their lives, changing their behavior, thought processes, and according to new research, it can even prolong hospital stays. More than just a mental condition ...click here to read more

Yoga has become immensely popular over the last couple of decades in North America. It is a combination of physical, mental, and spiritual disciplines. Those who participate often in the exercise view it as a form of meditation and relaxation. It is therefore thought to be an effective treatment for anxiety and depression—two prevalent conditions ...click here to read more

Cannabis use is touted as being a great stress reliever, yet stories of extreme paranoia and anxiety often accompany its use. Medical marijuana has been legal in some states for awhile now. Its use has primarily been regulated for the treatment of pain, providing much relief to patients suffering from the symptom. Many who use ...click here to read more

Listening to music has long been known to have an emotional effect on the listener. It can put us in a great mood, or it can make us feel depressed and isolated. Without a doubt, music holds a great power over us, and new research suggests that playing music can help older adults retain their ...click here to read more

June is National PTSD Awareness month. More specifically, June 27th is PTSD awareness day. This is a condition stemming from a tragedy that leaves an impact on a person’s life. About 60 percent of men and 50 percent of women are expected to experience a traumatic event at least once in their lifetime. So, to ...click here to read more

Diverticulitis is a condition that results from the inflammation of diverticula—pouch-like bulges that are found in the lower part of the large intestine. Diverticula in themselves are not harmful and are actually commonly found in adults over the age of 40, but when these pouches become infected, it can lead to the diagnosis of diverticulitis. ...click here to read more

Living through a natural disaster can be a harrowing experience. Earthquakes, tornados, and floods can destroy homes, separate families, and can even be fatal. Surviving a natural disaster can leave a lasting impression as well. Researchers at Binghamton University have been studying disaster-related stress and the risk of depression. They believe that the presence of ...click here to read more

Occasionally, rational people display symptoms of paranoia, delusional thoughts, and believe they hear voices, but these instances are generally one-offs and can be explained sensibly after the episode has passed. This isn’t the case for those who suffer from severe mental illness (SMI), as it encompasses a wide range of chronic mental health conditions that ...click here to read more

Sadness is something we all experience from time to time. It could be due to more acute circumstances, like a recent breakup, or even have a slow burn effect, slowly chipping away at your well-being. If left to propagate, this sadness may turn into its more clinical form called depression, leading to symptoms that may ...click here to read more