Category: Wellness

Historically, universities have focused on academic success, but a recent study led by the University of Maine suggests that supporting student well-being can be just as transformative. The research, published in PNAS Nexus, outlines strategies for enhancing student well-being and showcases successful initiatives from universities across the United States. “There’s a growing recognition of the…

Depression, affecting nearly 300 million people worldwide, remains a challenging condition to diagnose, especially when individuals are unwilling or unable to report their symptoms. Innovative technology, however, may offer a new path. Stevens Institute of Technology professor Sang Won Bae, alongside doctoral candidate Rahul Islam, is at the forefront of developing AI-driven smartphone applications that…

A troubling new study suggests that FDA warnings about the potential dangers of antidepressants for young people may have unexpectedly exacerbated the mental health crisis they were meant to address. A systematic review led by the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute found that these warnings significantly reduced essential medication use and mental health treatment for…

Caring for a loved one with a disabling illness is an emotionally and physically demanding role that often leaves caregivers struggling with insomnia. However, new research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine offers hope through an online insomnia treatment program that can help these caregivers get much-needed rest. The study, published in the…

A pioneering study utilizing wrist-based activity sensors has unveiled crucial insights into how sunlight exposure and physical activity correlate with mood disorders. This new research, conducted by Oleg Kovtun and Sandra Rosenthal from Vanderbilt University, was recently published in the journal PLOS Mental Health. Mood disorders, including major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, are a…

A recent study from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health has found that injuries related to e-bikes and powered scooters have dramatically increased from 2019 to 2022. The rate of e-bike injuries rose by a staggering 293%, while powered scooter injuries nearly doubled, increasing 88%. Published in the American Journal of Public Health, this…

A recent landmark study, published in the leading psychiatry journal World Psychiatry, proposes a paradigm shift in how we diagnose and understand neurodivergent conditions. The research, spearheaded by Giorgia Michelini, a lecturer in psychology at Queen Mary University of London, advocates for a transdiagnostic framework that views conditions such as autism, ADHD and learning disabilities…

In an age where digital screens and social media dominate daily life, a new study reveals troubling connections between excessive screen time, social media use and eating disorder symptoms in young adolescents. The research, targeting youths aged 9-14, found that spending an inordinate amount of time online is strongly associated with a higher risk of…