Man With Unyielding Depression Starts Picking Up Litter–And Helps Clear 13 Tons of Trash with Family and Strangers
Mike Scotland, a 32-year-old from Aberdeen, Scotland, turned to picking up litter along the River Don as a means to combat his severe depression. His journey began at a low point when he stood by the river, contemplating ending his life, but a phone call saved him. The sight of the ...
Study Finds That Dementia Rates Are Declining
A prevailing concern in American families is the impact of dementia on aging relatives, with its debilitating effects on memory and cognitive abilities. Despite the challenges associated with caring for loved ones afflicted with dementia, a glimmer of hope emerges from recent research ...
Study Finds That Dancing Helps With Weight Loss and Also Improves Physical and Mental Health
A recent study, drawing upon the findings of 646 previously reported studies, highlights the profound benefits of dancing for weight loss and overall well-being, especially for individuals who are overweight or obese. The metastudy focused on subjects with abnormally high-fat percentages ...
The Growing Link Between Microbes, Mood and Mental Health
The emerging field of research into the connection between microbes, mood, and mental health is shedding light on a previously overlooked aspect of our well-being. Recent studies suggest that maintaining a healthy brain involves tending to our gut microbiome, challenging conventional ...
Yale University’s Most Popular Class is Now Online and Free for Teenagers
Yale University’s most sought-after class, “Psychology and the Good Life,” taught by Psychology Professor Dr. Laurie Santos, has gained widespread acclaim for its insights into happiness and well-being. Recognizing the pressing need to address rising rates of anxiety, ...
