Mental health

Study identifies a wide range of risk factors for young-onset dementia

The groundwork for new prevention strategies.

Body dissatisfaction linked to increased risk of depression

It may be that some public health messaging could be fostering feelings of guilt or shame.

4+ hours of using a smartphone impacts adolescent health

However, for lighter users, rates of adverse health measures were no greater than for nonusers.

Women may struggle more than men in involuntary temporary employment

Involuntary temporary work and mental health medications.

Stomach-focused strategies for better mental well-being

Lactobacillus in altered flora balances IFNγ for stress resilience.

Moderate-intensity exercises may reduce postpartum depression

Effectiveness of aerobic exercise in the prevention and treatment of postpartum depression.

40% of underprivileged youths lack essential mental health support

Mental health struggles: 4 in 10 Young people in disadvantaged areas face support barriers.

How does a dad’s depression or anxiety affect his kids?

Paternal mental health and child development in middle childhood.

A digital detox may not improve wellbeing, study

Social media users who reduced usage for a week saw decreases in both positive and negative emotions.

Good physical health reduces mental medication use

Norwegian prescription database links fitness to mental health meds.

Study reveals ideal daily step count for longer life: 8,000 steps

Daily step counts linked to mortality and heart health.

Latinx middle schoolers mental health affects sleep, obesity, and habits

Heart disease and stroke risk linked to adolescent depression.

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