Amsterdam Dam: A study has revealed that running is as effective as anti-depressant medication in improving mental health. Researchers at the University of Verge in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, studied 141 people with depression, anxiety, or both. In the study, these individuals were offered two types of treatment (i.e., running or medication) over a 16-week period….
“Over 1000 people have died and many more been injured following horrific acts of violence by Hamas on Saturday in Israel, and days of bombing by Israel in Gaza,” the WHO said in a statement on Tuesday. The UN agency has offered assistance to health officials in both Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory. …
In his message marking World Mental Health Day on Tuesday 10 October, the UN chief underlined that mental health is vital to humanity, allowing us to lead fulfilling lives and contribute positively to our communities. One in eight people globally lives with a mental health condition, with women and young people impacted the most. Many face…
—File photo If you are also worried about lumps in the body, swelling of the toes and swelling of the joints, then this can be a warning sign, you may be suffering from uric acid. A constant increase in uric acid levels in the body not only increases body fat but also makes you suffer…
London: A survey has revealed that people’s growing trend towards exercise may be due to its mental health benefits rather than physical health care. A survey of more than 2,200 people in the UK asked what made them commit to exercise. In response, more than half (54 percent) of people said that exercise helps them…
London: Optimal mental health requires facing your fears to reduce anxiety and depression caused by negative thoughts. A recent scientific study proves the above claim to be correct. For some study participants, mental health actually improved when they received specific training on how to deal with their fears or concerns about negative future events, the…
Tokyo: Staying active, eating a healthy diet and avoiding smoking are among the most important tips doctors give to maintain brain health over time. But scientists have discovered a diet that may be beneficial for mental health. Researchers at the National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology in Obo, Japan examined the health and eating habits…
New York: A study has found that moderate and consistent Internet use can improve cognitive performance in older adults. Research published in the August edition of the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that heavy Internet use in old age is linked to delayed brain deterioration. In a study conducted at New York University’s…
British scientist, Alex Farrell is demonstrating this in practice with a mental health improvement ball. Photo: Courtesy of Medical News Network London: A PhD student in the UK has created a soft ball that can predict mental health by looking at breathing fluctuations and correlations as they come into the hand. A student at the…
Devon: A new study suggests that gluten, a protein found naturally in wheat, barley and other grains, can cause brain inflammation and, in some extreme cases, brain damage. In a study carried out at the University of Otago in New Zealand, scientists fed gluten to mice, revealing the harmful effects hidden in it. In people…
