Mental Health

A recent study investigated the impact of yoga on a small group of pre-schoolers to examine its impact on attention span in preschool children with ADHD. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) occurs in about 7% of children and adolescents. Core symptoms indicating this condition include impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention. An important problem encountered in the
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As we get older, it is thought physical activity helps prevent pathological aging and dementia. Animal models suggest that physical activity promotes growth of new neurons (through the expression of growth factors), cell survival, and synaptic plasticity, while human studies propose a more indirect method where physical activity is reducing cardiovascular risk factors. It has
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Photo by Fiona Art @Pexels It’s now regular to hear about mental health struggles experienced by the average citizen to a veteran to a celebrity, but many still suffer in silence. It’s common to think of mental health and addictions as the same. For this reason, the use of psychedelics for mental health and trauma
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Photo by Inzmann Khan @Pexels What is PTSD? Posttraumatic stress disorder is a psychiatric disorder initiated by exposure to or actual threat of death, serious injury, or sexual violence.1  In some instances, the event is not necessarily a dangerous one, for example, a death of a loved one.2 PTSD occurs by directly experiencing the traumatic
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) formerly known as attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a syndrome where individuals have problems with sustained concentration. It is diagnosed in childhood usually by the age of twelve. Individuals diagnosed with the disorder must show an inability to concentrate in two settings such as in school and at home. Diagnosis
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Although the increase in life expectancy is one of the key achievements of modern societies, degenerative diseases are becoming more prevalent. Dementia is one of the most common age-related chronic diseases. Approximately 47 million people were affected by dementia worldwide in 2015 and this number is predicted to double every 20 years.1 Dementia includes disorders
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A recent study showed that levels of ϒ-amino butyric acid (GABA) in the adult prefrontal cortex were decreased in patients who had begun stimulant use as a child compared with patients who did not use stimulants like Ritalin for ADHD until adulthood. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a well-known problem in children, adolescents and adults, but
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Image by Chen @Pixabay Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodiversity conditions in children.1 Living with ADHD poses challenges for the person with the condition and those in their lives. According to the ADHD Institute, it’s estimated that 2.2% of children worldwide are living with the condition and will require ADHD
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While there are no attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) treatments, this wording is interchangeably used to describe ADHD methods of management. One such method is the use of medications. Researchers examined existing research to determine which medication offers the most management of symptoms and are tolerable in children, adolescents, and adults. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
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This week is mental health awareness week. Mental health is still such a stigmatised topic often leaving people feeling weak, vulnerable and embarrassed, some even fear what might happen if they acknowledge that they may be struggling with their mental health. I hear so often that people with a physical health condition worry about opening
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US researchers investigated the heart safety of methylphenidate-based ADHD drugs in animal studies. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodivergent disorder most often seen in children, but it may occur in adulthood. Although estimates vary, in 2017 the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that 10.6% of American children between
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A study investigating the effects of saffron in children and teens suggests its potential as an alternative herbal treatment for ADHD. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodivergent disorder often seen in childhood and adolescence. It is a chronic disorder that results in problems such as poor concentration and impulse control. Methylphenidate, commonly known as
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How does attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) shape the course of a child’s future? American doctors and researchers wanted to identify early signals of future behaviors among children with ADHD. The researchers had several theories relating to how children with ADHD would function in their careers, social circles, and overall well-being in adulthood. A prospective longitudinal ADHD study
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Image by Vladyslav lytvyshchenko @Unsplash A new study reveals harmful associations between long-term exposure to air pollution and increased risk of depression in older adults. While numerous studies have identified the dangers of air pollutants, little is known about air pollution and mental health conditions among the geriatric population.  To fill the gap, researchers at
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Image by Siew Ling Chow @Pixabay  Acupuncture is a potential treatment for occipital neuralgia to relieve pain and improve well-being. Occipital neuralgia is a type of headache associated with irritation or injury of the occipital nerves. The greater, lesser, and third occipital nerves run through the scalp and spine. Occipital neuralgia is characterized by extreme pain that
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Image by Siew Ling Chow @Pixabay  Acupuncture is a potential treatment for occipital neuralgia to relieve pain and improve well-being. Occipital neuralgia is a type of headache associated with irritation or injury of the occipital nerves. The greater, lesser, and third occipital nerves run through the scalp and spine. Occipital neuralgia is characterized by extreme pain that
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To evaluate the relationship between high workplace stress and mental health disorders later in life, Australian psychiatrists researched this possible association. Having a stressful job can be taxing on an individual’s mental and physical health over time. In developed and developing countries and economies, the escalating need for goods leads to more efficient work. However,
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Image by MableAmber @Pixabay Recent evidence shows that lifestyle factors contribute more to dementia risk than aging. Risks, including smoking and diabetes, have been found to have a more significant effect on acquiring this disease than the aging process.1 Studies looked at participants from 18-89 years old and found that identifying and modifying behaviours earlier
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Image by WikiImages @Pixabay Antidepressants are one of the most commonly prescribed medications worldwide.1 Some common antidepressant medications include escitalopram (Lexapro), duloxetine (Cymbalta), sertraline (Zoloft), and bupropion (Wellbutrin).2 According to research from the University of Queensland in Australia, one of the side effects of antidepressants is an increased chance of antibiotic resistance.1,3 Antibiotic resistance is
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Following research from LSE and the Maternal Mental Health Alliance, we chatted with pregnancy and postpartum psychotherapist, Sophie Harris, to learn more about the support available for new and expectant mums Research conducted last year by the London School of Economics and Political Science, commissioned by the Maternal Mental Health Alliance, revealed the devastating impact
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