Category Archives: Mental Health

A new study has shown that by using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), physicians can locate potential brain biomarkers of PTSD in people with traumatic brain injury (TBI). The research, which appeared in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, is a stepping-stone for better treatment and outcomes for those who may develop PTSD. If doctors could ...click here to read more

As more research becomes available, it’s becoming more apparent that focusing on heart health in midlife is crucial for lowering the risk of dementia later in life. New studies are showing that even those who have just a few signs of poor heart health in middle age are linked to a faster decline in cognition. ...click here to read more

New research has found that high blood pressure may accelerate cognitive decline in middle-aged and older adults. Studies such as this are becoming imperative since nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure or hypertension. According to the study published in Hypertension, high blood pressure is a risk factor for cognitive decline. This includes ...click here to read more

With the COVID-19 pandemic across the world, many people are experiencing more stress than ever. This stress can cause health problems such as headaches, trouble sleeping, muscle pain, upset stomach, and fatigue. According to Dr. Craig Sawchuk, a Mayo Clinic psychologist, everyone has a “stressometer.” This is a warning from your body that stress may ...click here to read more

A new study reveals that women with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression have a significantly greater risk of early death than those without the conditions. Researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health ran the long-term study, which strengthened the understanding that mental and physical health are tightly interconnected. The need for a ...click here to read more

There is a relationship between heart disease and depression, and a new study is contributing to researchers understanding the complex connection. Presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions conference, this new study used their Life Simple 7 measures to form their conclusions. Researchers included more than 4,000 people who had taken part in a ...click here to read more

Many lifestyle factors, such as screen time, diet, and sleep, can strongly impact depression symptoms. A new study published in BMC Medicine has found a broad range of lifestyle factors and its effect on depression symptoms using the large UK Biobank lifestyle and mood dataset. Studies have previously shown that sleep can play an essential ...click here to read more

Regular physical activity can help prevent those with mild cognitive impairment from advancing into dementia. These findings resulted from a study published in the journal Alzheimer’s Research and Therapy, which found that exercising more than once per week had a direct impact on Alzheimer’s disease. Mild cognitive impairment is a condition that causes small problems ...click here to read more

New research shows that people with low muscular and aerobic fitness are nearly twice as likely to experience depression and anxiety. The study by UCL researchers also found that people with low fitness levels showed a 60% greater chance of anxiety. The study involved 152,978 participants who were admitted to the UK Biobank study. All ...click here to read more

People who suffer from multiple depressive symptoms have an increased risk for stroke, according to a study published in Neurology: Clinical Practice. Researchers found that individuals who scored higher on a test designed to measure depressive symptoms had a higher stroke risk than those with lower scores. The study led by investigators at the University ...click here to read more

Exercise is an important factor when it comes to mental health and getting a good night’s sleep. The connection between physical and mental health has been known for a long time, but new research has found a link that incorporates sleep quality as well. As the world began to shut down due to the pandemic, ...click here to read more

Can you improve your memory and make yourself smarter? It’s very likely. Your IQ is not static, and incorporating a few routines into your day might be able to improve memory, cognitive function, and intelligence. Brain games might be fun, but they are unlikely to do a lot to make you smarter or keep you ...click here to read more

Improving hostile behavior may reduce the risk of death after a second heart attack, according to new research published in the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing. This study, one of the largest and most comprehensive of its kind, examined the relationship between hostility and the effect it had on heart attack patients. Hostility is a ...click here to read more

Dealing with depression can be hard even in the best of times, so doctors have been closely following patients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic who suffer from depressive symptoms. What they found surprised them. Researchers from five institutions, including UCLA, found that older adults exhibited resilience to the stress of physical distancing and isolation during the ...click here to read more