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Meta-analysis finds 10-minute nature exposure boosts mental health

Meta-analysis finds 10-minute nature exposure boosts mental health

by Jennifer Nozawa,University of UtahCredit: CC0 Public DomainSpending time in nature—even as little as 10 minutes—can yield short-term benefits for adults with mental illness,according to

Meta-analysis finds 10-minute nature exposure boosts mental health

by Jennifer Nozawa,University of UtahCredit: CC0 Public DomainSpending time in nature—even as little as 10 minutes—can yield short-term benefits for adults with mental illness,according to
Antidepressant dispensing to adolescents and young adults surges during pandemic

Antidepressant dispensing to adolescents and young adults surges during pandemic

by University of MichiganCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAntidepressant dispensing to adolescents and young adults increased sharply after the COVID-19 pandemic began—particularly among females—

Antidepressant dispensing to adolescents and young adults surges during pandemic

by University of MichiganCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAntidepressant dispensing to adolescents and young adults increased sharply after the COVID-19 pandemic began—particularly among females—
Knitting brings calmness and structure to the lives of people with mental illness, shows study

Knitting brings calmness and structure to the lives of people with mental illness, shows study

byUniversity of GothenburgCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study from the University of Gothenburg shows that knitting is beneficial for people living with mental health issues. Knitting is de

Knitting brings calmness and structure to the lives of people with mental illness, shows study

byUniversity of GothenburgCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study from the University of Gothenburg shows that knitting is beneficial for people living with mental health issues. Knitting is de
The harmful effects of social media use on mental health, including body image and development of eating disorders

The harmful effects of social media use on mental health, including body image and development of eating disorders

by Emily Hemendinger,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMedia influences and conventional beauty standards have long plagued society.This issue took on new urgency in May 2023 when

The harmful effects of social media use on mental health, including body image and development of eating disorders

by Emily Hemendinger,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMedia influences and conventional beauty standards have long plagued society.This issue took on new urgency in May 2023 when
Study investigates the best way to memorize details

Study investigates the best way to memorize details

by University of PittsburghCredit: CC0 Public DomainRecent experiments by psychologists at Temple University and the University of Pittsburgh shed new light on how we learn and how we remember ou

Study investigates the best way to memorize details

by University of PittsburghCredit: CC0 Public DomainRecent experiments by psychologists at Temple University and the University of Pittsburgh shed new light on how we learn and how we remember ou
Managing adult ADHD: Comprehensive study compares stimulants, atomoxetine and non-pharmacological therapies

Managing adult ADHD: Comprehensive study compares stimulants, atomoxetine and non-pharmacological therapies

by Justin Jackson , Medical XpressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainStimulants and atomoxetine are the only effective interventions to reduce short-term adult ADHD symptoms, yet show limited evidence

Managing adult ADHD: Comprehensive study compares stimulants, atomoxetine and non-pharmacological therapies

by Justin Jackson , Medical XpressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainStimulants and atomoxetine are the only effective interventions to reduce short-term adult ADHD symptoms, yet show limited evidence
Living in the North of England increases risk of death from alcohol, drugs and suicide, shows study

Living in the North of England increases risk of death from alcohol, drugs and suicide, shows study

by University of ManchesterMap of Deaths of Despair index scores, detailing 20 highest and lowest scoring 20 local authorities. Credit:Social Science & Medicine(2024). DOI: 10.101

Living in the North of England increases risk of death from alcohol, drugs and suicide, shows study

by University of ManchesterMap of Deaths of Despair index scores, detailing 20 highest and lowest scoring 20 local authorities. Credit:Social Science & Medicine(2024). DOI: 10.101
Study finds suicidal behavior is common among adolescents in residential care

Study finds suicidal behavior is common among adolescents in residential care

by University of the Basque CountryAlexander Muela & Jon García. UPV/EHU. Credit: Nagore Iraola & Mitxi. UPV/EHUA study of adolescents living in residential care in the Basque Country rev

Study finds suicidal behavior is common among adolescents in residential care

by University of the Basque CountryAlexander Muela & Jon García. UPV/EHU. Credit: Nagore Iraola & Mitxi. UPV/EHUA study of adolescents living in residential care in the Basque Country rev
Hope is not the same as optimism, a psychologist explains—just look at MLK's example

Hope is not the same as optimism, a psychologist explains—just look at MLK's example

by Kendra Thomas,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOn April 3, 1968, standing before a crowded church, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. painted his vision for justice. "I'

Hope is not the same as optimism, a psychologist explains—just look at MLK's example

by Kendra Thomas,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOn April 3, 1968, standing before a crowded church, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. painted his vision for justice. "I'
Unlock lucid dreams: Proven training methods unveiled by scientists

Unlock lucid dreams: Proven training methods unveiled by scientists

by Stephanie Kulke,Northwestern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLucid dreaming apps are gaining in popularity as interest grows in optimizing sleep for self-improvement and better hea

Unlock lucid dreams: Proven training methods unveiled by scientists

by Stephanie Kulke,Northwestern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLucid dreaming apps are gaining in popularity as interest grows in optimizing sleep for self-improvement and better hea
Increasing positive affect in adolescence could lead to improved health and well-being in adulthood

Increasing positive affect in adolescence could lead to improved health and well-being in adulthood

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainAdolescents with high positive affect may have improved physical and mental health as adults, according to a study published April 2nd in the

Increasing positive affect in adolescence could lead to improved health and well-being in adulthood

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainAdolescents with high positive affect may have improved physical and mental health as adults, according to a study published April 2nd in the