Chris Palmer, American University School of Communication
School can always be stressful, but starting high school for the first time comes with its own fears and anxieties. Here's some simple advice for parents to help their freshmen navigate the new year.
Gender is a an important determinant of mental health.
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Gender is important in defining susceptibility and exposure to a number of mental health risks. Gender can also explain differences in mental health outcomes.
Placing a high value on happiness leads us to see sadness as a failure.
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In a series of experiments, we showed the high value we place on happiness is not only associated with increased levels of depression, it may actually be the underlying factor.
‘Talk to me about your mother.’
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Research shows planners and built environment professionals have surprisingly poor knowledge about how cities might harm mental health. The good news is that simple steps can make a big difference.
Job burnout: how to spot it and take action.
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Numerous measures are in place to help young disabled children thrive, but the transition beyond school can be a difficult one. Here are some tips for families to help their children prepare for life beyond.
Interspecies relationships can help traumatised animals form healthy attachments.
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We know negative news has an impact on our mental health, especially if we are constantly being exposed to it. Twitter is trying to help young people cope with the stress, which is a good start.
In ‘Big Huggin,’ players control the action by giving affection to a teddy bear controller.
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Readers read, viewers watch and players do. That level of engagement gives games real power to influence people both within and outside the play itself.
What can parents do to help their children manage the political climate?
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With emotionally charged rhetoric from both sides of the aisle and many parents in a heightened state of distress, children are more vulnerable than ever to anxiety. What can parents do?
Treating sleep problems first will help in treating anxiety and depression.
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Sleep problems can lead to anxiety and depression, and vice versa. General improvements to sleep might be beneficial, whether a person has anxiety, depression, or both.
A world-first trial showed depression is reduced after just three months following a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, wholegrains, legumes, fish, lean red meats, olive oil and nuts.
Miri Forbes, University of Minnesota; David Watson, University of Notre Dame; Robert Krueger, University of Minnesota, and Roman Kotov, Stony Brook University (The State University of New York)
There is typically no fever, no broken bone, no lesion to examine under a microscope when evaluating mental illness. Diagnosing disorders therefore is hard. A new way to classify disorders could help.
A farmer might be more likely to chat to her hairdresser about the tough time she’s having than seeking professional help.
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Depression and anxiety during pregnancy are only recently gaining attention. But seeking help early can make a big difference for expecting mothers – and for their children and families.
