A study presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 70th Annual Scientific Session revealed that young and middle-aged adults who experienced severe psychological distress after suffering a heart attack were more than twice as likely to have a second...
New research conducted by a Duke University team in New Zealand highlights the connection between mental health challenges in early life and poorer physical health and advanced aging in adulthood. The researchers argue that investing in prompt mental health care could...
ADHD is a difficult disorder to cope with as it can stand in the way of a person’s ability to reach their full potential. They may find themselves frustrated at their inability to focus on the task at hand. While the prevalence of this disorder is only...
The human memory is atrociously, embarrassingly limited. Researchers have estimated that, at best, we can store three to five items’ worth of information in our working memory. The simplest example of this is when we try to remember a phone number: we can keep...
In the last few decades, autism has been diagnosed at a quicker rate than ever before. Since its original definition in 1943, the disorder has changed drastically. Now, we are seeing more people, especially children, diagnosed with this than ever before. This is not...
As parents, we are constantly working to protect our children from harm and help them make decisions that positively shape their futures. Ironically, a growing trend among some parents is the practice of allowing their teenagers to consume alcohol at home under their...
Within the past few years, there has been an alarming rise in the popularity of e-cigarettes, or vapes, among teenagers. This dangerous trend has sparked concerns among parents and health professionals as it impacts both physical and mental health. To best plan how to...
With everything we have going on in our lives, avoiding stress simply isn’t an option. Stress serves a beneficial purpose at times, but it can have a negative impact on our bodies. When the body perceives stress, the adrenal glands produce cortisol. Cortisol causes...
Making the choice to accept help and enter treatment for substance abuse is one of the most impactful and life-changing decisions a person can make. This choice has the power to transform your current state of being and open the door to endless opportunities in the...
