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Chronic stress activates depression: A new study on neurons and stress
A new study explores how chronic stress can affect our behavior and lead to problems like depression and reduced interest in things we usually enjoy. The researchers focused on a group of neurons in the brain called proopiomelanocortin (POMC) neurons.
Kate Yakimchuk research depression brain Psychology 15 October 2023
Chronic stress tied to Alzheimer's: A new study on how stress affects our brain
Specialists conducted a study on the link between chronic stress, mild cognitive impairment, and also Alzheimer's disease. They discovered that people diagnosed with chronic stress had higher risks to be later diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's.
Kate Yakimchuk research alzheimer depression brain Psychology 15 October 2023
Discrimination leads to obesity: A new study on stress response and obesity
People often associate discrimination and social issues with extremely thin people, but it's often far from reality. A new study shows that discrimination often leads to obesity because of stress response and comfort food.
Kate Yakimchuk research obesity brain discrimination Psychology 14 October 2023
Advice from a Psychologist: How to Deal with Anxiety
Anxiety is a common problem in today's society. Below are some effective methods for dealing with anxiety.
Diana Dashkevich anxiety mental health tips Psychology 14 October 2023
Stressed teachers don't like their jobs: A new study on job satisfaction and stress
It's hard to work under pressure even if you really love your job. A new study from the University of Missouri explains why many teachers in the United States are feeling stressed and leaving their jobs.
Kate Yakimchuk research teaching job work Psychology 12 October 2023
Stress during pregnancy affects babies: A new study on brain development and stress
We all know that stress can be dangerous, but how dangerous can it be for people who aren't even born yet? New research looked at how a mom's stress during pregnancy can affect a baby's brain development.
Kate Yakimchuk research pregnancy Psychology 12 October 2023
Psychologist Explanation: What is Grounding
According to scientists, modern lifestyles have deprived most people of the ability to physically connect with the Earth, and the result has been physiological dysfunction and disease. Nevertheless, by finding ways to reconnect with the Earth, people can help their bodies heal.
Diana Dashkevich mental health relax relaxation Psychology 9 October 2023
Important to Know: What is Financial Stress
In one study, more than 50% of participants reported having two or more financial stressors.
Diana Dashkevich mental health finances Psychology 9 October 2023
How stress leads to physical exhaustion: Psychologist's insights
Humans are subtle emotional creatures, so our feelings and emotions are tightly connected to everything in our bodies. Therefore, it's no surprise that we often feel completely exhausted after being stressed out for a while.
Kate Yakimchuk exhaustion depression Psychology 9 October 2023
Main signs of burnout: Psychologist's insights
Nowadays, lots of modern people are well-aware of what a burnout is, but not everyone decides to admit that they might have it. It's easy to understand - lots of people still see it as a sign of weakness or lazyness, even though it's far from reality.
Kate Yakimchuk burnout signs exhaustion Psychology 8 October 2023
Election stress is real: A new study on stress and brain
If you feel stressed every time during elections, you're not the only one - it's a pretty popular thing that can actually affect lots of us. New research from North Carolina State University has discovered that just worrying about stress related to political elections can harm our physical health.
Kate Yakimchuk research elections Psychology 7 October 2023
Antidepressants that reduce stress: A new study on meds and effects
Depression caused by stress affects many people around the world. The medicines we have now for depression are slow to work, can lead to resistance, and have strong side effects.
Kate Yakimchuk research meds depression Psychology 7 October 2023
Good to Know: Does Aromatherapy Really Work
Proponents of aromatherapy, anecdotal evidence, and a limited but growing body of research suggest that inhaling certain essential oils may relieve symptoms of a range of physical and physiological conditions.
Diana Dashkevich aromatherapy oils mental health Psychology 6 October 2023
Tips from an Expert: What to Do If You're Having a Hard Time Sleeping
There are many things that can cause stress. Stress can arise from daily or weekly demands related to work or family, as well as sudden life changes (such as illness or job loss).
Diana Dashkevich mental health sleep depression Psychology 5 October 2023
Good to Know: How Breathing Practices Help in Combating Anxiety
Anxiety disorders affect up to 30% of adults at some point in their lives. Fortunately, anxiety can sometimes be managed through a number of different coping mechanisms, including breathing exercises.
Diana Dashkevich mental health anxiety advices Psychology 5 October 2023
Parents need to understand digital world better: A new study on parenting
A new study suggests that parents should learn more about how social media works, especially the complex algorithms it uses. These algorithms affect what content their children see online.
Kate Yakimchuk research parents gadgets work Psychology 5 October 2023
Students have higher risks of depression: A new study on academic pressure
If you think that students often look depressed or negative, then you might be right - a new study shows that higher education affects people. A recent experiment found that people in higher education in England have a slightly higher risk of having depression and anxiety compared to those who are not attending higher education.
Kate Yakimchuk research student depression anxiety Psychology 4 October 2023
Psychologist Explanation: What is a Panic Attack
Panic attacks involve a combination of emotional, mental and physical symptoms that can cause a person to feel extreme embarrassment, fear of losing control, or desperate to escape the situation.
Diana Dashkevich fears mental health facts Psychology 3 October 2023
Psychologist Explanation: What is Dissociation
For many people, dissociation is an involuntary response to trauma or stress.
Diana Dashkevich mental health trauma facts Psychology 3 October 2023
Expert Explained: The Physical Effects of Stress
A study published in the journal Dermatology Practice and Conceptual in 2021 explained how stress can affect the endocrine, immune and neurological systems. For example, stress can cause inflammation in the skin and lead to a flare-up of psoriasis or stress-induced eczema.
Diana Dashkevich mental health health facts Psychology 2 October 2023