Driven by a fascination with bacteria, microbiologist Julie Kopczyńska has trawled through existing research on the gut microbiome and created an easy-to-use gut health calculator. She says it's a good way to keep tabs on health and well-being.Continue ReadingCategory: Wellness & Healthy Living, Body & MindTags: Gut health, Microbiome, Calculator
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Students punished at school struggle more with anxiety and depression
Posted by ArielTechGeek 89 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
A study out of the University of Minnesota has revealed that kids who face various forms of exclusionary discipline (ED) at school were at greater risk of developing anxiety and depression. The research highlights the need to rethink how young students who act out are treated by educators, given the dire consequences of defaulting to traditional modes of punishment.Continue ReadingCategory: Menta
Popular exercise supplement may cut depression & enhance psychotherapy
Posted by ArielTechGeek 90 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
A compelling new study is building on a growing body of evidence showing a common exercise supplement used to build muscle may also confer beneficial mental health outcomes. The small trial demonstrated how adding creatine to a course of cognitive behavioural therapy can lead to greater reductions in depressive symptoms after eight weeks compared to patients receiving psychotherapy alone.Continue
Depression breakthrough: Almost 300 previously unknown genes identified
Posted by ArielTechGeek 104 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
We've never been closer to accurately assessing whether an individual is more susceptible to developing major depressive disorder due to their biology, with 293 newly identified gene variants found to play a role in ramping up the risk factor. That's 42% more than was previously known.Continue ReadingCategory: Mental Health, Brain Health, Body & MindTags: University of Sydney, Genetics, Unive
Does drinking more water equal better health? New study gives us the answer
Posted by ArielTechGeek 119 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
We’re encouraged to drink more water because ‘it’s good for us.’ Now, a new study has tested that claim, examining the evidence from previous studies to see whether increasing the amount of water you drink really does provide health benefits.Continue ReadingCategory: Wellness & Healthy Living, Body & MindTags: Water, Health, Weight Loss, UCSF
Certain type of gaming provides “substantial benefits” to mental well-being
Posted by ArielTechGeek 131 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Gamers who are free to interact with and explore a game world at their own pace are more relaxed and have improved mental well-being, according to new research. The findings could open the door to using gaming as a therapeutic tool to counter stress and anxiety.Continue ReadingCategory: Mental Health, Brain Health, Body & MindTags: Well-being, mental health, Video Games, Gaming, Imperial Coll
New supertall skyscraper will equal Shard's longstanding height record
Posted by ArielTechGeek 135 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Since its completion in 2013, London's mighty Shard has stood as both the UK and Western Europe's tallest skyscraper, however this won't be the case for long – at least not exclusively. An ambitious new supertall has now been given the thumbs-up to be constructed in the British capital that will match its exact height.Continue ReadingCategory: Architecture, LifestyleTags: Building and Constructio
Twin studies link depression to how much fruit and vegetables we eat
Posted by ArielTechGeek 141 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Using data from twin studies conducted over many years, researchers have found a link between levels of depression and the amount of fruit and vegetables people eat each day.Continue ReadingCategory: Mental Health, Brain Health, Body & MindTags: Depression, Diet, Fruit, Vegetables, Center for Healthy Brain Aging (CHeBA)
Under-leaf sensors could provide live reports on the well-being of crops
Posted by ArielTechGeek 154 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
When it comes to monitoring the health of crops, aerial images captured by aircraft flying high overhead are only going to tell you so much. That's where an experimental new spectral sensor comes in, as it's mounted directly on the underside of individual plants' leaves.Continue ReadingCategory: ScienceTags: Tohoku University, Plants, Agriculture, Crops
Giving yourself brain zaps at home can safely treat depression
Posted by ArielTechGeek 187 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
A recent clinical trial has shown that it's possible to safely and effectively treat depression at home using a brain stimulation device. That means patients can give themselves low-intensity impulses to see positive results – and potentially enjoy a higher quality of life.Continue ReadingCategory: Brain Health, Body & MindTags: Brain stimulation, Depression, mental health
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