Category Archives: Mental Health

According to research released in Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, psychological stress found in the inferior frontal lobe of the brain could have an association with chest pain in people with heart disease. The study was designed to examine how activity in the inferior frontal lobe of the brain affects the severity of angina. Stable angina, or ...click here to read more

People who feel dizzy or lightheaded when they stand up may be at a higher risk of developing dementia. According to a new study published in Neurology, the association between dementia and dizziness when standing is connected to a drop in systolic blood pressure. The condition called orthostatic hypotension occurs when people experience a sudden ...click here to read more

The world’s first study of long-term impacts caused by a ladder fall has found a deterioration in psychological well-being in patients for at least six months after the incident. Many people don’t realize the overall impact of a fall, but this study helps to outline the mental stress it can take. Among the aging population, ...click here to read more

In patients with mental illness, researchers have found that intervention programs can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease by nearly 13%. The new study by John Hopkins Medicine researchers found this relationship between people with serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression, and 10-year risk of heart attack or stroke. People ...click here to read more

Having persistent negative thoughts in middle age may raise the risk of dementia, leading to Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new UCL-led study. Published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia, the study outlines how people over 55 who had ‘repetitive negative thinking’ (RNT) show an increased risk of cognitive decline as well as the deposition of harmful ...click here to read more

Catching COVID-19 or safely dealing with existing physical health problems is likely top of mind these days. But they aren’t the only conditions affected by the pandemic. Mental health is another major area of concern during these trying times. Research is now emerging about the pandemic’s effect on mental health in China, where the first ...click here to read more

One great way to regulate mood and stave-off depression during lockdown is with activity. Of course, for many, the options available just a few months ago no longer exist. A new study published in JAMA (The Journal of the American Medical Association) found that activities are a useful form of mood regulation. They found that ...click here to read more

Mental health includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we feel, act, and think, and can also determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Therefore, supporting mental health is so important. The number of people diagnosed with psychiatric disorders in North America has remained stable over the past few ...click here to read more

So, you’re staying inside and isolated to protect yourself from COVID-19. And while you’re reducing your risk for contracting the virus, you could be boosting the risk for other illnesses. Self-isolation is a trade-off. Staying in and limiting contact with others for the foreseeable future can offer self-protection, protection for loved ones, and for society ...click here to read more

When you feel stressed or anxious, you might not want to talk about your feelings. And contrary to popular belief, that might be a good thing. It does not mean that you should leave them bottled up either. New research is showing that one of the best ways to deal with stress and anxiety is ...click here to read more

Are you comfortable with why you’re here and where you’re headed? If you are, it could lead to a healthier life and boost how you feel every day. A new study reports that people who have found meaning in their lives fare better when it comes to both physical and mental health compared to their ...click here to read more

Adults with cerebral palsy could be at higher risk for experiencing mental health disorders, according to a new study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine. This new research highlights the need for increased awareness of mental health disorders among adults with cerebral palsy. Most research on cerebral palsy tends to focus on childhood, ...click here to read more

New research finds that gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) can not only cause pain in the temporomandibular joint but also contribute to poor sleep and mental health. Many people are unaware of the far-reaching risk factors associated with GERD, and the study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) helps to show just how serious the condition ...click here to read more

A recently published study suggests that heart attack survivors with chronic mood disorders such as depression may have more of a risk of premature death. Compared to those who do not suffer from mood disorders, patients who have experienced a heart attack and show signs of mood disorders have been linked to more extended hospital ...click here to read more