Despite the links between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and poor mental health, nearly 90% of older Canadians with COPD do not suffer from mental illness, and more than two-thirds report complete mental health, according to a new study . People who were socially isolated and lacking emotional support were at higher risk for poor …
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Mental Health Issues and schools across the state are making sure to make mental and behavioral health a priority right now. like NC PAL. Over the next few months, staff will be trained to help students who may need it. “We are seeing up to 45-50% more children struggling with significant depression now than before …
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Mental health services in rural areas need urgent attention to ensure farmers’ needs are adequately met, researchers say. Farmers facing worsening mental health issues experience what researchers call a tense “support landscape” in rural areas. A study funded by the ESRC and published today in Rural sociology shows how the Covid-19 pandemic has led to …
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Share on PinterestA pleasant short break from work can improve your mood and improve your concentration. Luis Alvarez/Getty Images A new study reveals that taking a positive break from work, like watching a funny video, can recharge you. Exercising constant self-control depletes your internal resources. Positive emotions help us recover from negative emotions. Taking a …
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No matter how happy you want to be during the holidays, sometimes things get in your way, like social anxiety, a common form of anxiety disorder. It’s more than not liking crowds. People with social anxiety may experience psychological and physical symptoms during the holiday season. You can’t just turn off social anxiety. But you …
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As someone who has suffered from anxiety most of my life, I’ve never had a place for caffeinated beverages in my morning routine. In fact, according to Harvard Medical School, the caffeine in coffee can mimic symptoms of anxiety, making any baseline anxiety worse. Fortunately, tea has become my coffee substitute. Herbal teas and decaffeinated …
