The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Mental Health
Studies suggest that allergens could play a role in mood disorders like depression and anxiety. Here’s what to know and how to get help if you need it. More.
Scientists discover an “anxiety gene” in the brain — and a natural way to turn it off
New research shows that using microRNA to suppress a particular gene in the brains of mice reduces the symptoms of anxiety. More.
To improve kids’ mental health, some schools start later
The idea of later school start times, pushed by many over the years as a way to help adolescents get more sleep, is getting a new look as a way to address the mental health crisis affecting teens across the...
Scientists finally discover how our sixth sense works
Equally important but much less well known is the sixth sense: “Its job is to collect information from the muscles and joints about our movements, our posture and our position in space, and then pass that on to our central...
Chinese diagnosis of world’s youngest person with probable Alzheimer
A 19-year-old male was diagnosed with probable Alzheimer’s disease after his memory declined gradually over two years, according to researchers from Capital Medical University’s Xuanwu Hospital in Beijing. More.
A Study Found Only Half Of Your Friends Actually Like You
She’d linked to a 2016 article from the New York Times that suggested half of our friends might not really be our friends at all. That is, we might think someone is our friend, but when asked, they might not...
Why It’s So Hard To Ask For Help When You Have ADHD
Do you hate asking for help because it makes you look weak, helpless, or incompetent? Many adults with ADHD feel this way, and you’re not alone. You may think there’s shame in getting help because you’re worried about disappointing others...
Healthy Teeth and Gums Tied to Better Brain Health
People who are genetically predisposed to cavities and other dental issues may be more likely to develop structural changes in the brain that are associated with cognitive decline, preliminary results from a new study suggest. More.
Student Mental Health: A Presidential Priority
The nation’s mental health crisis is top of mind for families and educators who have faced significant hardship and adversity from the COVID-19 pandemic — with more than 300,000 students having lost a parent or caregiver — as well as...
Want To Feel Less Depressed? Try an Act of Kindness.
New research shows that people struggling with anxiety and depression can make themselves feel better by making others feel better. More.
