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When Binge-Watching Becomes a Coping Mechanism for Loneliness
A new study finds addictive binge-watching may be an attempt to escape loneliness and improve emotions, at least temporarily.
Is No Social Media as Risky as Too Much for Teens?
A new study finds both heavy use and zero use of social media can negatively impact teen well-being.
Breastfeeding Linked to Less Depression and Anxiety Years Later
A small long-term study suggests women who breastfeed are less likely to report depression or anxiety up to 10 years after pregnancy.
How Super Mario and Yoshi May Help Young Adults Beat Burnout
A new study finds classic video games spark childlike wonder in university students leading to greater happiness and a lower risk of burnout from academic stress.
Body Image Disorder Hitting More Teenage Boys and Young Men
A new study finds a rising number of boys and young men are being diagnosed with muscle dysmorphia, a mental health condition that makes them feel “too small” or “not muscular enough.”
What a One-Week Social Media Detox Really Does for Young Adults
In a new study, young adults who kicked their social media habit for one week reported less anxiety, depression and insomnia.
Nearly 60% of Parents Say Mental Health Support Is Key to School Safety
In a new poll, the majority of parents say mental health and belonging are just as important as reinforced buildings for school safety.
Early Smartphone Use Linked to Family Conflict and Emotional Distance
A new study shows early smartphone use leads to family conflict and hidden mental distress among adolescents.
Years After COVID, Are Kids Still Struggling to Stay Focused in School?
A new study finds the COVID-19 pandemic hit students with anxiety, depression and ADHD especially hard -- and for many, the challenges to engage in learning continue.
Severe Pregnancy Nausea Linked to Major Mental Health Risks
A new study finds women with hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe form of pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting, are more than 50% more likely to develop 13 serious mental health conditions.
Keto Diet Shows Promise in Reducing Depression Among College Students
In a new study, college students with major depressive disorder who followed a keto diet experienced a significant drop in depression symptoms and an increase in overall well-being.
New Study Reveals Shifts in Student Mental Health — and Surprising Gaps in Parent Perceptions
HealthDay speaks with Dr. Nicole Brady, CMO of United Healthcare, about the surprising results of their new Behavioral Health Report on college students and recent graduates.
High-Potency Pot and the Risk for Psychosis
Marijuana products with high levels of THC increase the risk of psychosis and schizophrenia, according to a new evidence review, but their impact on anxiety and depression remains unclear.
Annual Mental Health Screenings Recommended for Children and Teens
With youth mental health at crisis levels, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines recommending mental, developmental and behavioral health screenings beginning at 6 months of age and continuing annually.
Early Access to Smartphones May Have Serious Mental Health Consequences in Early Adulthood
A new study finds kids given smartphones before the age of 13 are more likely to have poorer mental health by the age of 18.
Top 3 Medical Emergencies At School
A new study identifies three medical emergencies that account for the most EMS calls at schools. Researchers recommend improved training for these target areas.
Regular Exercise Helps Ease Kids’ Depression and Anxiety
A new study finds exercise decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety in children and teens – and may offer an alternative to antidepressants.
Psychedelic Compound Found in Magic Mushrooms May Ease Severe Depression in Cancer Patients
A new study finds a single dose of psilocybin provides long-term relief from symptoms of depression and anxiety in cancer patients.
Pediatric Skin Care Videos on TikTok: A Growing and Potentially Harmful Trend, New Study Finds
Kids as young as 7 are promoting skin care regimens on TikTok that may be harmful to their skin and mental health, researchers warn.
U.S. Mothers Struggling With Mental Health Challenges
A new study finds more moms in the U.S. describe their mental health as fair or poor. Researchers say their physical health is also on the decline.
Nearly 90% of U.S. Teens Say They’ve Been Bullied Online
A new survey finds cyberbullying is widespread among U.S. teens and the attacks are causing post-traumatic symptoms, researchers warn.
Calorie Restriction May Lead to Small Improvements in Depression, Study Finds
A new study finds restricting calories or eating low-fat may slightly reduce depressive symptoms, but researchers say the evidence is limited.
Popular Weight Loss Drugs Do Not Increase the Risk of Depression, Anxiety or Suicidal Ideation, Study Finds
In a new study, researchers found no association between treatment with GLP-1 Receptor Agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy and increased risk of adverse psychiatric events.
Adults with Acne at Higher Risk for Eating Disorders
Acne patients, 18 and older, are more than twice as likely to have an eating disorder compared to people without the condition, researchers say.
These 3 Vices Can Harm Your Health As Early as Your Mid-30s
A new study finds smoking, drinking and inactivity can damage your physical and mental health before you even hit the big 4-0.
1 in 15 U.S. Adults Have Witnessed a Mass Shooting, New Study Finds
A new study finds about 7% of U.S. adults have been at the scene of a mass shooting and 2% have been injured during one.
Eating a Hearty Breakfast Lowers Depression Risk in Heart Patients, Study Finds
Heart patients who eat a big, calorie-rich breakfast may significantly lower their risk of depression, according to new research.
Cold Water Plunges May Help Ice Out Stress and Improve Sleep
A new study suggests ice baths and cold showers after exercise may help reduce stress, improve sleep and slightly boost quality of life, but the benefits appear short-lived -- and more high-quality research is needed.
Severe Temperature Swings Impacting Teen Mental Health, Study Finds
A new study suggests adolescents exposed to intense, extreme temperatures may face an increased risk of behavioral problems and attention issues.
Health News Results - 1098
Why Connecting With Others is Good For Your Health
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- January 18, 2026
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SUNDAY, Jan. 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A third of U.S. adults are lonely, and a quarter lack social and emotional support — and research underscores that’s just not healthy.
"Humans are a social species. We are highly dependent on others from birth," ...
Trump Administration Restores Nearly $2 Billion in Mental Health Grants
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 16, 2026
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FRIDAY, Jan. 16, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Federal funding for mental health and addiction treatment programs will continue after the Trump administration abruptly reversed a plan to end nearly $2 billion in grants across the country.
Late Tuesday, thousands of grant...
FDA Moves To Remove Suicide Warnings From GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 15, 2026
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THURSDAY, Jan. 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Federal health regulators say popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound do not increase the risk of suicidal thoughts, an...
Can Teens Use Social Media Too Little For Their Own Good? Maybe, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 15, 2026
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THURSDAY, Jan. 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) — There appears to be a “Goldilocks zone” when it comes to social media use among teenagers.
Too much social media use can negatively affect a teenager’s well-being, a new study finds, dovetailing with resu...
The Gender-Stress Gap: Women Benefit Most from a Daily Workout
- Deanna Neff HealthDay Reporter
- January 7, 2026
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WEDNESDAY, Jan. 7, 2026 (HealthDay News) — If you are looking to lower your stress levels this year, hitting the gym — or going for a brisk walk — migh...
New Study Explains Why Brains Process Information at Different Speeds
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — The human brain is always working, reacting in a split second to dangerous events while slowly making sense of meaning, memories and decisions.
A new study from Rutgers Health explains how the brain pulls these fast and slow ...
Why Many Americans Will Pay More Just to Avoid Negotiating
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Many Americans would rather pay more than negotiate, and new research suggests that’s exactly why “no-haggle” pricing works so well.
In five studies, researchers found that people avoid negotiating far more ...
Mental Health A Popular New Year's Resolution, Survey Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2026
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MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — More than a third of Americans plan to focus on their mental health as part of their New Year’s resolutions, a new survey says.
About 38% of Americans plan to make a mental health-related resolution for 2026, up 5% from...
Doubting Your Doubts May Help You Stick to Big Life Goals, Research Shows
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 30, 2025
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TUESDAY, Dec. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — When people start doubting whether they can reach an important life goal, it often feels like a sign to give up.
But a new study suggests questioning those doubts can actually strengthen commitment.
The research...
'Love Actually,' 'Four Christmases' and the Science of Holiday Comfort Movies
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 24, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Dec. 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Every winter, millions of people curl up on the couch and press play on the same beloved holiday movies — whether it’s "Love Actually," "The Holiday," "The Family Stone" or "Four Christmases."
Snowy towns, fam...
Specific Symptoms of Middle-Age Depression Tied To Later Dementia Risk
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Depression in middle age has previously been linked to an increased risk of dementia.
But this relationship appears to be driven by a small clust...
Different Mental Health Conditions Share Similar Genetics, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 19, 2025
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FRIDAY, Dec. 19, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Psychiatric conditions as varied as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder might be driven by very similar genetic underpinnings, a new study says.
Mental health problems can be sorted into five general genetic categories,...
Most Receive Shock Therapy Without Psychological Counseling, Survey Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 15, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 15, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Most people receiving shock therapy for mental health problems aren’t receiving any sort of psychological counseling before having their brains zapped, a new study says.
Only a third of patients said they’d...
Suicide Deaths Fell Slightly in 2024, CDC Reports
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 11, 2025
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THURSDAY, Dec. 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. suicide rate dipped slightly in 2024, offering a small but hopeful improvement after years of increases, according to new provisional data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
A little o...
Research Shows Imagining Positive Encounters Shapes Real-Life Feelings
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- December 11, 2025
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THURSDAY, Dec. 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Thinking about a positive moment with someone, even if it never happened, may actually make you like them more, new research shows.
Pandemic School Closures Linked To More Mental Health Problems Among Kids
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 9, 2025
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TUESDAY, Dec. 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — School closures are linked to significant mental health problems – depression, anxiety, ADHD – among children during the COVID-19
Famous Singers Die 4 Years Earlier Than Non-famous, Study Shows
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 1, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2025 (HeathDay News) — Many have heard of the infamous “27 Club” — a list of music icons like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse, all of whom passed away too young at age 27.
Now, new rese...
Brain's 'Waste Disposal' Impaired in Pro Fighters
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 1, 2025
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MONDAY, Dec. 1, 2025 (HealthDay News) — High-tech neuroimaging of pro boxers and mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters is revealing potential damage to a system the brain uses to rid itself of waste.
“When this system doesn’t work properly, damaging p...
One Week Less on Social Media Linked to Better Mental Health
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 26, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Nov. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For many young adults, social media is where life happens: Friendships, news, stress, all rolled into a single screen.
But a new study suggests that stepping away, even for just one week, may help ease
Some Suicide Victims Show No Typical Warning Signs, Study Finds
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 26, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Nov. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For many families who lose someone to suicide, the same question comes up again and again: “How did we not see this coming?”
A new study suggests that for some people, there truly weren’t clear warning s...
Trump Administration Expands Visa Denials to Include Common Chronic Illnesses
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- November 14, 2025
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FRIDAY, Nov. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The Trump administration has directed U.S. visa officers to consider chronic health conditions such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, cancer and mental health disorders when deciding whether to approve a foreigner’s entry...
Many Teens, Young Adults Turning To AI Chatbots For Mental Health Advice
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 10, 2025
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MONDAY, Nov. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — About 1 in every 8 U.S. teenagers and young adults turns to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots for mental health advice, a new study says.
AI bots offer a cheap and immediate ear for younger people’s concerns, worri...
Can Texting Your Therapist Work? New Study Says Yes
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- October 31, 2025
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FRIDAY, Oct. 31, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A growing number of Americans are turning to therapy by text message, and new research suggests it can be just as effective as traditional video sessions for some patients.
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Self-Affirmations Effectively Boost Mood And Confidence, Review Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 29, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Oct. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — “I love myself unconditionally.”
“I am worthy of love, joy and happiness.”
“I am strong, capable and resilient.”
“I breathe in relaxation and breathe out tension.&rdqu...
Cunning, Manipulative People Use Touch As A Weapon, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 28, 2025
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TUESDAY, Oct. 28, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A friendly clasp on the shoulder. A comforting hug. Holding hands.
All these can be dangerous in the wrong hands, a new study reports.
Manipulative and narcissistic people are more likely to use touch in a calculating...
It’s Not the Pain, It’s How You Handle It, Research Shows
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- October 25, 2025
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SATURDAY, Oct. 25, 2025 (HealthDay News) — People with chronic pain who stay active may have one key advantage: Resilience.
A new study from the University of Portsmouth in the U.K. found that one’s ability to cope with pain, also known as pain resilience, pl...
Mental Health Distress Increasing Among LGBTQ+ Youth
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 20, 2025
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MONDAY, Oct. 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Mental health distress is rising among America’s LGBTQ+ teenagers and young adults as they’ve increasingly become targets of discrimination and cruelty, a new report says.
Sunny Seniors Can Bounce Back From Poor Well-Being
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 25, 2025
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THURSDAY, Sept. 25, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The march of time may be relentless, but aging is not entirely hopeless if you have the right mindset, according to a Canadian study.
Seniors who lose a step health-wise are capable of regaining their well-being, research...
Severe Pregnancy Symptoms Increase Risk for Mental Health Problems
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 23, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 23 2025 (HealthDay News) — Extreme pregnancy symptoms like excessive nausea and vomiting can dramatically increase a woman’s risk for mental health and neurological problems, a new study says.
Women diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum (...
Hair Samples May Help Spot Mental Health Risks in Sick Kids
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 17, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 17 2025 (HealthDay News) — Children with chronic illnesses face extra challenges, and measuring stress through hair samples may help doctors predict which kids are at highest risk for mental health problems.
Researchers studied 244 Canadian childre...
Precise Brain Stimulation May Offer Faster Relief for Depression
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 12, 2025
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FRIDAY, Sept. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) — A new type of noninvasive brain stimulation may help people with moderate to severe depression feel better faster tha...
Inmates Less Likely To OD After Release If Provided Opioid Addiction Meds In Jail
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 12, 2025
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FRIDAY, Sept. 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — County jail inmates who receive medication to treat their opioid addiction have a lower risk of overdose after their release, a new study reports.
They’re also significantly more likely to continue their addiction tre...
Household Items Tied to Sharp Increase in Self-Harm Cases in Teens
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- September 10, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Cases of self-harm involving 6- to 12-year-olds have risen sharply, and researchers warn that common household products are often involved.
Helping Your College-Bound Kids Head Back To School
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 3, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Sept. 3, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Parents of college students headed back to campus might have some fundamental misunderstandings regarding their young adult’s mental health challenges, a new report said.
About 1 in 5 college students reported that ...
ADHD Drugs Often Prescribed Too Early To Preschoolers
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- September 2, 2025
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TUESDAY, Sept. 2, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Expert consensus on the treatment of preschoolers diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is clear: Try behavioral therapies for six months before prescribing medications.
Labor Day Mission: Build Social Ties Through Live Events
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- August 30, 2025
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SATURDAY, Aug. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — If your social life has been lived out in Zoom calls since the height of the pandemic, Labor Day weekend is prime time for a reboot.
Attending live events builds social connections and helps fight loneliness, just-publishe...
Good Sleep, Eating Right Tied To Better Mental Well-Being Among Young Adults
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 29, 2025
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FRIDAY, Aug. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Good sleep can be key to a young adult’s mental well-being, according to a new study.
Young adults who slept better were more likely to have a healthier mind, according to results from three studies performed in the U....
School Connection May Protect Teens From Depression Linked To Bullying
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- August 28, 2025
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THURSDAY, Aug. 28, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Teens who feel connected to their school may be better protected from depression linked to bullying, new research suggests.
Drowning In Chaos? A New Mindset Can Protect Against Depression, Stress
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 27, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Aug. 27, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Struggling to cope with today’s catastrophe-filled world?
Changing your mindset can help protect you from the s...
Annual Mental Health Screenings Recommended For U.S. Youth
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 25, 2025
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MONDAY, Aug. 25, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Pediatricians should screen children annually for mental or developmental issues, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends in a new clinical report.
The recommendation comes in response to a mental, emotional and ...
Green Spaces Provided Pandemic Protection Against Depression, Study Says
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 22, 2025
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FRIDAY, Aug. 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Local parks and neighborhood greenery protected people’s mental health from the stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new study says.
Overall, d...
Sensitive People More Vulnerable To Mood Disorders
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 20, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, Aug. 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Sensitive people tend to have a higher risk of developing a mood disorder, a new evidence review says.
In particular, highly sensitive souls are more likely to develop
Children in Crisis Languishing in ERs For Days
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 18, 2025
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MONDAY, Aug. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Thousands of children at risk for suicide or in the throes of depression spend days languishing in hospital ERs, awaiting treatment, a new study says.<...
How Confidence and Positivity May Ease Fear of Childbirth
- I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
- August 11, 2025
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MONDAY, Aug. 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Up to 60% of women feel some level of fear about giving birth, but a new study suggests that a strong sense of mental well-being could make a difference.
Researchers from Robert Gordon University in Scotland and the Universi...
Verbal Abuse As Damaging As Physical Abuse To Children's Mental Health
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 8, 2025
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FRIDAY, Aug. 8, 2025 (HealthDay News) — “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”
This old saying is just plain wrong, a new study argues.
Verbal abuse inflicted in childhood can harm a person’s future mental heal...
When Local Homicide Rates Rise, Suicides Rise Soon After
- HealthDay Reporter
- Ernie Mundell
- August 1, 2025
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FRIDAY, August 1, 2025 (HealthDay News) — There may be a connection between a community’s homicide and suicide rates: When murder rates rise, there’s typically a local uptick in suicides a year later, new U.S. research shows.
These trends were especiall...
Over 60? Healthy Lifestyle Change May Help Boost Your Brain
- HealthDay Reporter
- Ernie Mundell
- July 30, 2025
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WEDNESDAY, July 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Two years’ involvement in programs focused on healthy eating, regular exercise and “brain training” exercises appears to have helped a wide range of older adults — even those at heightened risk for
Heavy Grief Nearly Doubles Bereaved's Risk Of Early Death
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- July 25, 2025
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FRIDAY, July 25, 2025 (HealthDay News) — People intensely grieving a loved one are nearly twice as likely to die within a decade of their loss, a new study says.
Those whose grief remained persistently high in the first years following a loss have 88% increased odd...
Few Schools Screen Students For Depression, Anxiety
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- July 22, 2025
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TUESDAY, July 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Fewer than one-third of American public schools are screening students for psychological problems, years after the U.S. Surgeon General declared a mental health crisis among the nation’s youth.
In 2021, then-U.S. Surg...
Early Smartphone Access Harms Developing Minds, Study Warns
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- July 22, 2025
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TUESDAY, June 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Care about your kid’s well being?
Then best not give them a smartphone until they’re a full-fledged teenager, a major new study says.
Kids given a smartphone when they were younger than 13 tend to have poo...