The dual beneficial effect of physical activity in depression is confirmed by a new study: physical activity not only reduces depressive symptoms. It also increases the brain's ability to change. Read the Article at ScienceDaily
Ritual Creativity for Coping with Grief Whether the anniversary of your loss is shared, like that of September 11, or more singular, it can help to remember that grief is a universal human experience. Read the Article at CNN Health
Your S.Q. and how to cultivate your connection to others.This article will summarize the origins of social intelligence before diving into how it can be measured and improved, its differences from emotional intelligence, and some recommendations for further resources. Read the Article at PositivePsychology.com
The latest research on green spaces' emotional benefits. Numerous studies support the increased emotional well-being stemming from nature. Lessons from the pandemic that can direct urban planning for more green spaces. Read the Article at New Scientist
Eating a diet rich in fruit and vegetables is associated with less stress, according to new research. The findings revealed people who ate at least 470 grams of fruit and vegetables daily had 10 per cent lower stress levels than those who consumed less than 230 grams. Read the Article at ScienceDaily
The prescription: take your "exercise pill." We all have heard details on how exercise improves musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, metabolic, and other aspects of health. What you may not know is how this happens within the brain. Regular exercise changes your brain in important ways. Read the Article at Quartz
Mental Health Million project sheds light on why the majority of people with clinical mental health challenges do not seek help. Read the Article at Sapien Labs
In this feature, we ask whether there are links between inflammation and anxiety. Although evidence is slowly mounting, we have a great deal to learn about the relationship between the two. Read the Article at Medical News Today
Re-engage with some hobbies enjoyed in the past – or try a new one – to ward off depression. The pandemic has taken its toll on many peoples’ mental health. Given the fear of the virus and the government restrictions on movement many may understandably be feeling more lonely, anxious, and depressed than usual. Read the [...]
It's easy to nod off to 'sleep stories.' Making them is hard. Learn how sleep stories are made -- and why some people say they help steer them toward slumber. By Brandon Griggs, CNN Read the Article at CNN