Although many of us suffer from anxiety and depression, whether intermittently or chronically, pinpointing the root cause can be difficult. One part of our bodies that could impact the development of these conditions is the thyroid. Unfortunately, thyroid-related...
The topic of postpartum depression (PPD) in new fathers is gaining attention, alongside the well-known baby blues experienced by new moms. A recent study conducted by researchers at UNLV delves into the experiences of new fathers with PPD, shedding light on the...
Around twelve years ago, scientists discovered a hormone called ghrelin that influences appetite and earned the nickname "hunger hormone." Since then, drug companies have sought to target ghrelin for treating obesity, but successful drugs have not been developed yet....
Researchers have conducted a comprehensive analysis of 437 global studies, providing strong evidence that narcissism is a significant risk factor for both aggression and violence. This link between narcissism and aggression holds true across all dimensions of...
In a research study supported by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), scientists investigated the potential impact of depression on the mother-infant relationship during pregnancy and postpartum. The researchers...
If you’ve ever been a victim of a poor night’s sleep, you know first-hand how challenging getting through the next day can be. Between a lack of energy, brain fog, and a general sense of exhaustion, not getting enough rest the night before sets you up for a rough day...
We are officially in the age of flexible work arrangements, where commuting from the bedroom to the home office has become the new norm for many of us. As of 2023, roughly one third of the working population works from their own home. Working from home has its...
Childhood and adolescence are periods in which students are especially susceptible to bullying, whether that be at home, at school, or in their neighborhood. Unfortunately, there are little to no instances in which children can be entirely safe from bullying....
Workplace bullying has become an unfortunate reality for many individuals. Although we might like to believe that growing up and graduating from schooling means the end of bullying, this is not the case. Whether it manifests as verbal abuse, exclusion, or...
In the quiet corners of our communities, a silent struggle unfolds, often unnoticed by those around them. Behind closed doors, countless children bear the weight of growing up in households where alcoholism affects their daily lives. These children, innocent...
