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07/24/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Rate of suicide among the elderly is up, mainly due to disease: Here are 4 tips to help those at risk

Suicide rates among older Americans have reached a disturbing peak. According to Drs. Namkee G. Choi and Diana M. DiNitto, both social work professors at The University of Texas at Austin, more people aged 50 and above have died by suicide than young people. Speaking in a press release, Choi remarked: “Many people may not […]

02/27/2018 / By Zoey Sky

People who don’t take themselves too seriously tend to have greater psychological well-being, according to study on humor

According to a recent study, people who often use self-deprecating humor have “greater levels of psychological well-being.” However, the University of Granada’s (UGR) findings, which were published in the international journal Personality and Individual Differences, contradict some of the research carried out concerning in the psychology of humor. To date, the bulk of the research literature implies […]

11/29/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

The placebo effect of surgery: New evidence shows many operations, such as getting a stent for angina, to have low benefit and high risk

You’ve probably heard of the placebo effect: Someone reports feeling better after taking a pill that is said to help some condition or other, only to later discover the pill did not contain any active ingredients at all. The person’s physical health didn’t change; feeling better was all in their mind. It’s always an interesting […]

11/22/2017 / By Zoey Sky

The mind game pre-workout: You’ll be more successful if exercise is fun

Unless you’re a gym rat, you probably find yourself dreading the thought of having to exercise on a regular basis. There’s one easy way to combat this mindset, and this is to simply make your workout “fun.” While there is solid scientific data which proves that the average American is overweight, one of the things […]

11/21/2017 / By Zoey Sky

What are you grateful for? 5 reasons to balance frustrations with intentional gratitude

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and the holiday often brings to mind family gatherings, American football, and the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. But if you’re feeling particularly stressed or frustrated, consider practicing intentional gratitude to improve your mindset. Instead of only being thankful during Thanksgiving, why not try saying “thanks” for the whole year? Intentional […]

11/16/2017 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Companionship found to promote longevity: Being single increases risk of disease

A recently published report has found that happily married couples have a 60 percent less risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other age-related mental degradation issues, due to them having healthier lifestyles. The report shows that single people are more likely to develop dementia once they reach a certain age because they are […]

11/12/2017 / By Rita Winters

Could a low-carb diet be an alternative to antipsychotic meds? Evidence finds it’s just as effective, without the negative side effects

Healthy food results in healthy bodies. With the rise of fast food, processed meats, and genetically-modified vegetables, is it any wonder why researchers keep reporting numerous diseases year after year? Mental health issues, like other physical health issues, are aggravated by bad diets. Doctors reveal that a ketogenic diet may significantly improve the conditions of people […]

10/16/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

What makes YOUR heart pound? Top 50 things range from a near accident to an encounter with the opposite sex, according to poll

Here’s an article to lighten the mood. OnePoll.com recently revealed the top 50 activities that get our hearts pumping, ranging from the expected (such as exercising) to the hilarious (accidentally liking someone’s post or photo on social media — particularly if you were stalking them). The poll itself is educational, but does make you smile […]

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