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Could cannabis use help avert depression in PTSD?

Could cannabis use help avert depression in PTSD?

Could people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) benefit from using cannabis to help reduce depressive episodes and thinking about suicide? A study of a population survey from Canada suggests that the preliminary answer is yes. Share on PinterestNew research looks into the benefits of cannabis for relieving depressive symptoms in PTSD. A recent paper on […]

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What connects depression, anxiety, and PTSD?

What connects depression, anxiety, and PTSD?

In the largest study of its kind, researchers identify similarities in the brain activity of people with major depressive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders. Share on PinterestA new study looks for the neural links between a range of mental disorders. Mental health disorders, although incredibly prevalent, remain poorly understood. According to […]

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Biodiversity may benefit mental health by affecting gut bacteria

Biodiversity may benefit mental health by affecting gut bacteria

New research in mice suggests that exposure to a biodiverse soil may improve mental health by raising levels of a bacterium with anxiety-relieving effects. Share on PinterestExposure to biodiversity may have anxiety-relieving effects by altering our gut bacteria, new research in rodents suggests. Intuitively, we know that living in excessively polluted, built-up areas cannot be […]

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Are You Lonely? Your Tweets Offer Important Clues, Experts Say

Are You Lonely? Your Tweets Offer Important Clues, Experts Say

Latest Mental Health News MONDAY, Nov. 4, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Analyzing people’s tweets could reveal if they’re lonely, researchers say. Loneliness — which has been linked with depression, heart disease, dementia and other health problems — affects about 1 in 5 adults in the United States. Researchers analyzed public accounts of Twitter users in […]

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Get Healthier With a Mental Reset

Get Healthier With a Mental Reset

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Mental Health News TUESDAY, Nov. 5, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Making the decision to live healthier often involves important steps such as losing weight and exercising more. These are significant goals and everyday lifestyle habits that you should commit to. But there’s another type of “makeover” that can benefit you […]

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ADHD Rates Doubled Among U.S. Adults Over 10 Years

ADHD Rates Doubled Among U.S. Adults Over 10 Years

Latest Mental Health News FRIDAY, Nov. 1, 2019 (HealthDay News) — If the latest statistics are any indication, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is no longer an issue for children only. Over a 10-year period, ADHD rates more than doubled among American adults, new research shows. However, the rate among children remains much higher than in adults. […]

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Media Reports on Celeb Suicides Could Trigger Copycats

Media Reports on Celeb Suicides Could Trigger Copycats

Latest Mental Health News FRIDAY, Nov. 1, 2019 (HealthDay News) — How the media reports on celebrity suicides may increase the risk for copycats, a new study suggests. But following guidelines on the reporting of these suicides can reduce the risk of others following suit, researchers added. “Suicide needs to be reported on as a […]

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Marijuana for Mental Health Treatment Ineffective, Analysis Finds

Marijuana for Mental Health Treatment Ineffective, Analysis Finds

By Karina Lichtenstein on 11/04/2019 7:15 PM Latest Mental Health News Source: MedicineNet Health News When people experience depression, anxiety, psychosis, or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), many turn to marijuana for relief. But results of a new study suggest cannabis is ineffective for mental health disorders. The systematic review and meta-analysis published in The Lancet […]

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More Reasons Why You Must Manage Your Stress

More Reasons Why You Must Manage Your Stress

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Mental Health News MONDAY, Nov. 4, 2019 (HealthDay News) — If you’ve ever experienced an immobilizing sense of panic when faced with a difficult or threatening situation, you’re not alone. It turns out that the well-documented fight-or-flight instinct for self-preservation isn’t a guaranteed reaction. Research published in the Proceedings of […]

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Health Tip: Choosing a Psychologist

Health Tip: Choosing a Psychologist

(HealthDay News) — More than 30 million Americans need help dealing with their feelings and problems, says the American Psychological Association. From the loss of a job to the death of a loved one, these stressful events can be debilitating and require outside help. Latest Mental Health News The APA mentions important questions to ask […]