Category: Mental Health
When People Like Each Other, They Respond Faster in Conversation, Study Finds
Key Takeaways: Fast response times (under 250 ms) during conversation signal stronger connection. This applies to both strangers and close friends. Observers can often detect mutual interest based on …Exploring Vaccines Targeting Fentanyl and Heroin Overdoses as a Solution to the Opioid Epidemic
Researchers at the University of Montana are advancing the development of vaccines aimed at preventing overdoses from fentanyl and heroin. With an anticipated initiation of Phase 1 human trials …
A Comprehensive Guide to Cocaine Addiction Recovery: Proven Therapies, Medications, Holistic Approaches, and Practical Strategies for Long-Term Sobriety
Key Takeaways Cocaine addiction is treatable with behavioral therapies, support, and long-term coping strategies. CBT and contingency management are among the most effective treatment options. Medication can ease symptoms, …Insomnia: Understanding Its Causes, Long-Term Risks, and Science-Backed Strategies for Restoring Healthy Sleep
Sleeping disorders affect 70 million Americans. People who suffer from insomnia have trouble sleeping: they have trouble falling asleep, wake up too early, or even during the night. When …Depression and Anxiety May Raise Thyroid Disease Risk, While Thyroid Issues Could Worsen Anxiety, Studies Show
Key Takeaways People with depression or anxiety have a higher chance of developing thyroid problems like hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, up to 84% higher with severe symptoms. Treating thyroid inflammation …Aggressively Chasing Happiness Depletes Mental Energy, Weakening Self-Control and Satisfaction
Key Takeaways: Actively pursuing happiness can reduce self-control and mental energy, leading to lower life satisfaction. Studies show that happiness-seeking competes with self-regulation for limited mental resources, causing quicker …
FDA Gives Green Light to Lecanemab, Offering New Hope for Alzheimer’s Patients
In January 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new drug called Lecanemab for treating Alzheimer’s disease. Lecanemab is the second of the disease-modifying drugs approved for …