Early Intervention Can Transform Mental Health Outcomes
Depression and anxiety often develop gradually, starting with occasional stress, low energy, or sleep difficulties. These initial symptoms can escalate, affecti
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Life After Work: Social Ties Matter
Researchers have found that social connections play a crucial role in maintaining cognitive function in older adults after they retire. A new study led by IIASA
No Longer Silencing My Sorrow
A mother is publicly sharing her enduring grief after the loss of her son to heroin. Alexis Commarota writes about the persistent hope, and subsequent heartbrea
The Shame of Unwanted Thoughts
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects millions worldwide, manifesting in various forms beyond common perceptions of cleanliness and organization. It is ch
Alone: The Fine Line Between Being Alone and Loneliness
Some sayings stick with us throughout our lives, making us ponder their meaning. Phrases like „being alone is not the same as being lonely„prompt self-reflectio
Digital Platform Eases Senior Sleep & Anxiety
Researchers at Concordia University have created a new online platform. It aims to treat both insomnia and anxiety in older adults. The program delivers cogniti
Riding Motorcycles: The Unspoken Mindfulness Practice
Twenty-three years ago, a novice motorcyclist made a critical error while riding a rented bike, crashing in the middle of a road. This incident occurred when th
Bipolar Disorder Tied to Brain Network Inefficiencies
Researchers have mapped brain wiring differences in people with bipolar disorder. A global study analyzed data from 959 individuals across 16 research sites. Th
The Keys to a Healthy Mind
Researchers recently identified six core elements crucial for positive mental wellbeing. They surveyed experts from eleven different fields to pinpoint common g
A Father’s Forty-Nine Years
A man’s unexpected death at age forty-nine prompted his daughter to reflect on the finite nature of time. The loss, experienced in youth, initially overshadowed
Friends Who Only Call When They're Struggling
In Mexico City, on a quiet evening, I'd just finished writing a chapter and was sipping tea when a friend I hadn't spoken to in two months called. The conversat
The Link Between Attachment Style and Alone Time
A recent online survey of Australian adults explored how attachment styles affect experiences of being alone. Researchers investigated the relationship between