Can Yogurt Combat Depression?
Is yogurt useful in combatting depression? A new study by University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers shows that a key bacterium in fermented foods
Does Doing Good Really Do You Good?
It feels good when we do a good deed, but how do we know it’s anything more than a fleeting sensation? Is doing good for
Loneliness Is Incredibly Common – So What Can You Do About It?
If you’re feeling lonely, you’re not alone. According to a new Meta-Gallup survey, nearly 1 in 4 people ages 15 and up in America feel
Almost a Quarter of the World Feels Lonely, New Poll Shows
The U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has warned we are experiencing an “epidemic of loneliness" with vast public health consequences, and a new Gallup-Meta poll
World’s Largest Study on Light Exposure Proves Its Impact on Mental Health
According to Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, the world's largest study on light exposure and its impact on mental health has found that nighttime exposure
Bike Riding Boosts Middle School Mental Health, Study Finds
If you've lived through middle school, you know it can be rough. A bright spot of news reported at NPR offers hope for improving young
The State of Mental Health in America 2023
Mental Health America has released its State of Mental Health in America 2023 report, which examines data from all 50 states and the District of
Optimism Helps You Live Longer?
If you want to live longer, keep on the sunny side of life. Having an optimistic outlook can actually extend your lifespan. Research shows that
NAMI Trends in State Mental Health Legislation
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has released its 2022 Trends in State Mental Health Policy report, which lays out significant state legislation enacted
These 7 Habits Can Cut Depression Risk in Half
Depression is a complex disease. Although brain chemicals play a role, there’s no simple explanation for what causes depression, and people suffering from the condition