Neuroscience Secrets of Feeling Good: How You Can Be 30 Percent Happier in 30 Days
Lori Johnson via CBN News – Over two hundred years ago, President Abraham Lincoln famously said, “Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.” Is…
The Effect of Sedentism on Mental Wellbeing
Hidaya Aliouche, B.Sc. via News-Medical – Sedentary behavior, defined as activities that require minimal to no body movement, which consequently result in low energy expenditure, has emerged recently as a potential…
Healthy Ways to Process Grief
Dr. Caroline Leaf – In this podcast (episode #360) and blog, I am going to talk about grief and answer some of your questions about dealing with and managing grief. Since grief…
One of the Best & Most Easily Accessible “Anti-Depressants”
Dr. Caroline Leaf – In this podcast (episode #358) and blog I talk about something we all do: laughing! Have you ever thought about why emitting sounds from our mouths gives…
Supporting Friends and Family Relieves Stress, Decreases Inflammation, Study Suggests
Sara Middleton via NaturalHealth365 – Want to lower inflammatory markers in your body associated with stress, chronic disease, and even early death? In addition to things like diet and exercise, your…
Futuristic Tech Brings Healing Relaxation to Radiotherapy
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – The first day of cancer radiation therapy begins inside a simulator machine. The patient lies immobilized for up to 45 minutes while lasers and imaging…
Can Exercise Reduce Anxiety? New Study Gives Us An Answer
Ethan Boldt via Dr. Axe – Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S.? Over 40 million adults age 18 and older are affected; this…
Why You Can’t Pay Attention + How to Think Deeply Again (with Johann Hari)
Dr. Caroline Leaf – In this podcast (episode #353) and blog, I speak to journalist and best-selling author Johann Hari about his incredible new book Stolen Focus, why our inability to…
- Archive, Gut Health, Health Advances, Health Disruptors, Mental Health, Neuroscience Advances, Studies
What is Nutritional Psychiatry?
Joelle Hanson-Baiden, BSc via News-Medical – Nutritional psychiatry is the practice of using food and food supplements as alternative treatments for mental health disorders. Most current treatments for mental health disorders –…
Discover the Science-Backed Benefits of Grounding and 4 Simple Ways to Start Your Practice
Stephanie Woods via NaturalHealth365 – There was a time when humans were one with nature. We spent time outdoors, lived off the land, and played in the grass, under the broad,…
One of the Best Mental Health Lessons from Ted Lasso
Dr. Caroline Leaf – In this podcast (episode #348) and blog, I talk about the importance of compassion and forgiveness, and how these qualities impact our wellbeing. I recently started watching…
A Neuroscientific Approach to Setting Sustainable & Attainable New Year Resolutions
Dr. Caroline Leaf – In this podcast (episode #345) and blog, I talk about New Year’s resolutions, including what they are, how to think about and make New Year’s resolutions, and…
The Medical Minute: Doing for Others Lifts Your Mood and Improves Your Health
Penn State Health via Newswise – In the early days of the pandemic, Dr. Angel Schuster kept herself mostly isolated from friends and family. Although the situation has improved, the continued spread…
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Sleep and Biological Rhythm Variables Linked to Severity of Depression, Anxiety During Pregnancy
McMaster University via News-Medical – A set of parameters including sleep and biological rhythm variables are closely associated with the severity of depressive and anxiety symptoms, starting in the third trimester of…
BRAND NEW STUDY Finds People With Gum Disease Are at Increased Risk of Mental Illness
Sara Middleton via NaturalHealth365 – Could your mouth hold the clue to your future mental health? New research from the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom highlights an important connection between gum…
