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University of Michigan Study Finds Sleep Schedules Crucial for Emotional Well-Being
As the year comes to a close and to-do lists lengthen, sleep is often the first thing people sacrifice. However, a new study led by the University of Michigan suggests that maintaining a sleep schedule aligned with our internal clocks — or circadian rhythms — can provide a powerful boost to emotional well-being, potentially mitigating…
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New Study Reveals Gut Serotonin’s Role in Treating Depression and Anxiety
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have unveiled a potential new pathway for treating depression and anxiety that could revolutionize how these common mental health issues are managed. The study, published in Gastroenterology, identifies serotonin production in the gut as a key factor in alleviating mood disorders and mitigating digestive issues, particularly in children born to…
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Intentional Social Media Use Helps Ease Anxiety and Depression, Study Shows
A recent University of British Columbia (UBC) study has revealed that young adults’ mental health can improve based on how they use social media, as opposed to the time they spend on it. The research, led by Amori Mikami, a psychology professor at UBC, has been published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General. This…
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Teenage Loneliness and Mental Health: New Study Reveals Heightened Threat Response After Isolation
A new study led by the University of Cambridge has uncovered a significant and troubling link between isolation and heightened threat responses in teenagers, even when they are virtually connected. This discovery sheds light on the growing mental health crises affecting young people globally, particularly increases in anxiety disorders. The cognitive neuroscience experiment, published today…
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Researchers Pioneer New Understanding of Amygdala and Anxiety Disorders
In a decisive leap towards unraveling the mysteries of the brain’s involvement in emotional disorders, scientists led by the University of California, Davis have discovered new cell clusters within the amygdala. Their findings, published in the American Journal of Psychiatry, could pave the way for more precise treatments for anxiety and depression, conditions impacting millions…
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New Study Unveils University Students’ Increased Mental Health Distress During COVID-19, Decline in Support Service Utilization
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted university students’ mental health, amplifying distress while simultaneously reducing their utilization of vital support services, according to a new study from George Mason University’s College of Public Health. Elaine Russell, a doctoral candidate in public health at George Mason University, led the study under the mentorship of Kenneth Griffin, a…
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New Study Links Dehydration to Muscle Cramps in IRONMAN Triathletes
As athletes gear up for the IRONMAN World Championship on Oct. 26, a new study suggests they may need to focus more on staying hydrated to prevent muscle cramps, a common issue in these grueling competitions. The research, led by Washington State University and published in the Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, analyzed medical data…
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New Research Reveals Critical Dangers of the Metaverse for U.S. Youth
As virtual reality (VR) technology becomes more integrated into daily life, its impact on younger populations has come under scrutiny. A recent study conducted by Florida Atlantic University and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire reveals that the metaverse poses significant dangers to U.S. youth, with alarming findings on the types and extent of harm experienced.…
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New Study Reveals Men and Women Have Different Biological Systems for Relieving Pain
Researchers led by the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have made a significant breakthrough in understanding pain management, discovering that men and women employ different biological systems to relieve pain. This revelation could transform the approach to pain therapy and potentially reduce opioid misuse. The study, focused on chronic lower back pain…
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Harvard Researchers Unveil Cerebellum’s Crucial Role in Long-Term Motor Skill Memory
For decades, scientists have known that the medial temporal lobe (MTL) is pivotal to our ability to remember explicit facts, such as names and dates, but it appears to have minimal impact on our capacity to retain motor skills. New research, however, has pinpointed the cerebellum as the key brain region responsible for long-term motor…
