Category: Mental Health

  • New Study Finds Mindset Shift Can Reduce Depression After Catastrophe

    In an illuminating new study, researchers led by Stanford University have found that a strategic shift in mindset can help people who have endured catastrophes, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, experience tangible mental and physical health benefits. Published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, the study involved a randomized, controlled trial where one group…

  • Sense of Purpose May Lower Risk of Dementia: New Study

    Groundbreaking research from the University of California, Davis, indicates that having a strong sense of purpose in life may significantly reduce the risk of dementia as people age. Published in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, the study followed over 13,000 adults aged 45 and older for up to 15 years. The researchers discovered that…

  • Alarming Anxiety Rates Among Autistic College Students Uncovered in New Study

    Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York, have identified significantly higher rates of anxiety and depression among autistic college students compared to their non-autistic peers, according to a new study. This alarming discovery raises critical questions about the mental health support structures currently in place for this vulnerable student population. The study, which…

  • The Meditation App Revolution: Backed by Science

    Meditation apps are rapidly becoming a global phenomenon with millions of downloads and a widespread user base. According to a recent review paper published in the journal American Psychologist, these apps are not just popular but are also proving to be effective tools for improving mental health. “Meditation apps, such as Calm and Headspace, have…

  • Daily Exercise Could Lead to Better Sleep, New Study Reveals

    A recent study from The University of Texas at Austin has shed new light on the impact of daily exercise on sleep quality. The research highlights that consistent, daily physical activity could significantly enhance the quality of deep, restorative sleep, contributing to improved mood and mental health. Published in the Journal of Physical Activity &…

  • Just 15 Minutes in Nature Can Boost Your Mental Health

    With an increasing number of people living in urban environments, mental health issues such as anxiety and mood disorders are becoming more prevalent. A new study from Stanford University’s Natural Capital Project (NatCap) reveals that even 15 minutes of time spent in nature can yield considerable benefits for mental health. Published in the journal Nature…

  • Teen Smokers and Vapers More Likely to Experience Depression and Anxiety, New Study Finds

    A new study from West Virginia University reveals that adolescents who smoke or vape are significantly more likely to experience symptoms of depression and anxiety than their peers who abstain from tobacco use. Published in the open-access journal PLOS Mental Health, this research shines a spotlight on the urgent need to address mental health among…

  • Key Factors in How Exercise Impacts Mental Health: New Study

    While exercise is widely recognized for its physical health benefits, new research sheds light on how it also influences mental health, not merely through the activity itself but significantly depending on context, environment and purpose. “Historically, physical activity research has focused on how long someone exercises for or how many calories were burned,” co-author Patrick…

  • Breakthrough Study Links Addictive Social Media Use to Youth Mental Health Issues

    A new study by researchers at Columbia’s Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and Weill Cornell Medicine has discovered that it is the addictive use of social media, video games and mobile phones, rather than total screen time, that is more strongly linked to poor mental health outcomes in preteens. Published in the Journal of…

  • NYU Study Links Depression to Low Oral Microbiome Diversity

    A diverse mix of microbes in the mouth is not just a cornerstone of good oral health; it may also play a crucial role in mental health. Researchers led by NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing have unveiled a compelling connection between a less diverse oral microbiome and the prevalence of depression in a new…