Researchers may have found another piece of the puzzle to help those suffering from depression. A new study published in the journal Science has found that eating too many burgers and too much ice cream may be triggering bipolar, anxiety and other mood disorders — as well as inhibiting the effectiveness of treatments. Foods, such … Read more
It turns out comfort foods could be making you feel a whole lot worse. A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders found that rates of depression are 80% higher in people whose diet includes large amounts of ultra-processed foods. The study’s authors — who hail from Universidade Federal de Viçosa — defined … Read more
A new study led by the American Heart Association has linked vaping nicotine and THC — the psychoactive component in marijuana — to depression and anxiety symptoms in teens and young adults. “Younger people have long been vulnerable to tobacco use, may experience greater harm from nicotine and other drugs, and may be targeted by … Read more
She gave cleaning the ol’ college try. It’s the “tour we’ve all been waiting for,” according to “it girl” Alix Earle, who gave her 4.7 million fans on TikTok a sneak peek into her home while attending the University of Miami, in a clip that amassed 8 million views. Despite her meteoric rise to internet … Read more
Believe it, achieve it. That’s the key to success, according to a new study from the University of Essex, which was published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. Researchers found that hope, positive perceptions and feelings of being in control yield a greater desire for accomplishment. The study featured more than 1,000 students … Read more
A new way to treat depression may be on the horizon. A growing body of research points to an unlikely cause of the affliction — inflammation — that could lead to more targeted solutions for those suffering from the disorder, the Washington Post reported. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to illness or injury. The body … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been together for six years, married for four. We have had a lot of marriage issues during the last few years, sexually and otherwise. I no longer trust him because of something I found out last year. I have his email information, and I also was able to … Read more
Most people don’t need an excuse to throw a party — yet it might just be what the doctor ordered. Recent research suggests that celebrations might benefit our health and well-being, according to a paper published in the Journal of Public Policy & Marketing, a peer-reviewed academic journal put out by the American Marketing Association. The research … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I have a moral and ethical dilemma. I nominated a co-worker for a benefit through our company. The person was awarded what I consider to be a good sum ($5,000) for replacement hearing aids. Seven months have gone by and this person “still has the check” and hasn’t used the money for its … Read more
From scrolling to sexy. Harvey Lindsay, 29, from Portsmouth, England slipped into a depression after years of being bullied for his small frame — but dropping his phone and picking up some dumbbells helped him get his life on track. Now, the gym rat has gained nearly 60 pounds of muscle since overhauling his lifestyle. … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married for 17 years and have three wonderful daughters, ages 13, 10 and 5. Lately, I’ve felt like I’m the odd man out in a girls-only club. I wish I had a son I could share my interests with. I’d love to have someone I could take … Read more
Here’s one club 50 Cent won’t be found in anytime soon. “I think depression is a luxury,” the New York rapper, born Curtis Jackson, said on syndicated hip-hop radio show “Big Boy’s Neighborhood.” “Where I’m from, you can’t afford to be depressed.” For the 47-year-old “Candy Shop” emcee — who grew up in the tough … Read more
Giving it a college try might not be enough anymore. Pro-procrastinators, beware: the time-saving practice might do more harm than good. Researchers have found that university students are at risk of depression, poor health, physical pain and economic difficulties due to the last-minute habit, according to a new study published in the Journal of the … Read more
A woman said the key to fighting her depression was trying 365 new things in one year – including drinking a shot out of a belly button, signing up for a surf class, and visiting a leprechaun museum. After suffering from depression and anxiety during the pandemic, Jess Mell, 34, says she’s the happiest she’s … Read more
Twitter users slammed a popular tech YouTuber and former Google and Meta employee for his viral tweet claiming that saying, “Merry Christmas!” is “highly offensive” to depressed and stressed-out people during the Christmas season. On Christmas day, Patrick Shyu, a YouTuber with nearly 1.5 million subscribers and former tech lead for Google and Meta, provided … Read more
“Christmas is an amazing time of year, but it’s also a very challenging time for a lot of people,” British media personality Roman Kemp said. Source link
Jada Pinkett Smith is releasing her ‘no holds barred’ memoir in autumn 2023, its publishers revealed in a bombshell announcement Thursday. The book, which comes from HarperCollins imprint Dey Street Books, promises to explore ‘Jada’s complicated marriage to Will Smith,’ according to a press release. A description quoted by People magazine says the upcoming autobiography ‘chronicles … Read more
Mediation Results. Boxplots showing the IQRs for belief-updating biases (normalized by estimation error magnitude) and Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale scores 24 h before and 1 wk after ketamine treatment. The black lines inside the boxplots show the median values, and the jitter elements left of each boxplot show the individual patients. EE indicates estimation error. … Read more
An LSD-like drug could treat depression in humans without sending patients on a Magical Mystery Tour, according to a new scientific study. As the use of hallucinogenic drugs for recreational and therapeutic purposes soared to new heights in the US, scientists discovered new variants that appeared to ease anxiety and depression in rodents without delivering … Read more
Summary: Researchers provide a list of five things to look out for that can signal depression. Source: University of Colorado It can be painful to watch a friend struggle with their mental health. Here are some common symptoms of depression to watch for and ways to support a friend or loved one who is struggling. … Read more