Mental Health Stories
Frequent Childhood Relocations Linked To 40% Higher Risk Of Depression In Adulthood
Individuals who often move before age 15 are over 40% more likely to be diagnosed with depression in adulthood. Limiting Children's Screen Time To 3 Hours Weekly Boosts Mental Health In Days: Study
The mental health benefits from limiting screen time in kids will be observable in as little as two weeks, a new study revealed. People With Anxiety At Double Risk Of Parkinson's Disease: Study
There is a two-fold increased risk of Parkinson's disease in the anxiety group compared to the control group, the study revealed. Depression During Pregnancy, Post-Delivery Raises Heart Disease Risk: Study
Perinatal depression in women elevates the likelihood of cardiovascular disease for up to two decades, the study revealed. Turning To Junk Food During Stress? Study Says It Increases Anxiety
The study investigated the underlying factors behind the connection between a high-fat diet and anxiety. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month: Eliminate Stigma As Expert Unveils Facts And Myths
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a frequently misunderstood mental health condition, often unfairly seen as a sign of weakness. Use Of Social Media Photo Filters Raises Muscle Dysmorphia In Young Adults: Study
The use of social media photo filters has a strong association with increased symptoms of muscle dysmorphia, a mental health condition characterized by excessive obsession with muscularity and leanness, the study revealed. Internet Addiction In Adolescence Alters Brains: Study
Researchers discovered that internet addiction in young people could alter their brains, and disrupt the signaling in critical neural networks impacting decision-making, attention, memory, coordination, and mental health. Better Sleep May Help People Overcome Feelings Of Loneliness: Study
In the study, better sleep health was associated with lower total and emotional loneliness across ages, particularly for younger adults. Women With Premenstrual Disorders At Double Risk Of Suicide: Study
The researchers found that women with premenstrual dysphoric disorders (PMD) are more likely to die from non-natural causes, and average twice the risk of death from suicide. Suicide And Homicide Risks Peak At Night, Disrupted Sleep A Contributing Factor: Study
Nocturnal wakefulness, age, alcohol use, and relationship conflicts are major contributing factors to increased risk of suicides and homicides. Can Mental Disorders Spread? Study Says They Can Among Adolescent Social Groups
The greater the number of classmates diagnosed with a mental disorder, the higher the risk of an individual receiving a mental disorder diagnosis later in life. Vulnerability To Stress In Adolescence Raises Men's Risk Of Psoriasis Later: Study
Adolescent men with greater vulnerability to stress experience a 31% higher risk of developing psoriasis compared to those with high-stress resilience, the study revealed. Mediterranean Diet Lowers Anxiety And Stress In Elderly Adults: Study
The study found that in addition to promoting physical health, the Mediterranean diet could also play a significant role in improving mental wellness. High Potency Cannabis Use In Teens Doubles Risk Of Psychotic Episodes: Study
The use of high-potency cannabis in teen years almost doubles the risk of developing psychotic episodes in early adulthood compared to the use of those with lower potency, the study revealed.