Category: Wellness

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…