Category Archives: Mental Health

If you’re feeling low, irritable, or have difficulty focusing, you’re not the only one. Mental health issues can affect people of all ages. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways we can improve our mental well-being and cultivate positive emotions. One new study suggests a helpful approach may be gardening! With its ability to help with ...click here to read more

You may look outside at the snow-covered landscape and decide you’re good right where you are: indoors and warm. But you might be wrong. Plenty of research shows that spending time in green spaces or by the ocean can benefit physical and psychological health. But now there is data to suggest that snowy environments offer ...click here to read more

Aspartame, the commonly used artificial sweetener found in countless food and beverage products, has been linked to significant mental health impacts, including anxiety. Many of us have grown up with it being part of our diets, but recent research has connected its consumption to mental health issues. Our casual choice to enjoy sugar-free drinks or ...click here to read more

According to new research, eating more berries and drinking tea may help you stay mentally sharp longer. A case study of more than 900 adults found that foods featuring antioxidant flavonoids could offer brain benefits to older adults. Flavonoids are found in foods and drinks like berries, leafy green vegetables, tea, wine, and more. The ...click here to read more

People with PTSD may be more at risk of death from COVID-19, according to a new study. The study found that a person’s mental state can affect their likelihood of surviving the virus. The study focused on PTSD but also found a link between other mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety. The findings ...click here to read more

We all know that stress can be a major hindrance to our daily lives, but did you know that it can also harm our eye health? A new study from the University of California, Irvine, suggests stress is an important component of retinal ganglion cell death in glaucoma, as it causes damage similar to aging. ...click here to read more

If you’ve been feeling more stress lately, it may not be because of your hectic schedule. It could be due to the salty food you’re eating. According to the research, eating a lot of salty food can raise levels of stress hormones in the body. So, if you’re looking for ways to reduce your stress ...click here to read more

Bad things can happen. People die, break up, get sick, or lose jobs. When these things do happen, it can churn your brain into a chaotic all-out disaster scenario. You may think things like you’ll never get healthy, nobody will ever love you again, or you won’t be able to live without the loss of ...click here to read more

There’s something about hearing birds chirping that is so peaceful and calming, and it turns out that this effect can be good for mental health. A recent study has shown that there is a correlation between hearing birds singing and improved mental well-being. Researchers found that participants who heard bird songs reported feeling happier, more ...click here to read more

New research has found a possible link between psychological stress and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a condition that affects the large intestine and causes abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. While the cause of IBS is unknown, it’s thought to be related to changes in how the brain and gut interact. There ...click here to read more

Did you know that living in a busy city or even a residential area can increase your risk for dementia? A new study has linked traffic-related air pollution to an increased incidence of the neurodegenerative disease. Researchers found that for every one microgram per cubic meter (µg/m3) increase of fine particulate matter exposure, the risk ...click here to read more

According to recent research, childhood temperament and a neural process may predict the risk of developing anxiety and depression later in life. This new information from The University of Texas at Dallas could help shape how mental health is handled in adolescence and early adulthood. The study analyzed information from 165 individuals from 4 months ...click here to read more

According to a new study, people who consume an unhealthy diet are more likely to suffer from depression. So, if you’re trying to watch your waistline, you may also want to watch your mental health. The research from Macquarie University analyzed data from 169 adults aged 17 to 35 and found that those who consumed ...click here to read more

Family feasting season is on the horizon, and if you’re in Canada, it has already started. But if you reside in the United States, perhaps you’re thinking about who to invite and what they’re bringing for the holiday season. Just thinking about it might stress you out. The cost, the planning, and the prep can ...click here to read more