Suicide rates jumped after extreme drought in the Murray-Darling Basin, researchers find
The impact on mental health of weather extremes such as drought is a growing concern due to climate change.
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The impact on mental health of weather extremes such as drought is a growing concern due to climate change.
Oct 5, 2023
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We knew that climate change and its effects—natural disasters, pandemics, pollution—are negatively impacting mental and physical health around the world. Now a new study published in Perspectives on Psychological Science ...
Oct 4, 2023
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Stress affects the body and brain in many ways by causing the endocrine system to increase cortisol levels. These spiked levels can be found throughout the body. A study, presented during the 2023 Annual Meeting of The Menopause ...
Sep 27, 2023
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Unwanted weight gain is a common problem associated with the menopause transition. Not only does it harm a woman's self-esteem, but it is also associated with the development of heart disease, cancer, and declines in cognition ...
Sep 27, 2023
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A new longitudinal study published online in the International Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease found that older adults with COPD had a heightened risk of depression during the early stages of the COVID-19 ...
Sep 20, 2023
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Cases of prolonged grief disorder among people bereaved during the COVID-19 pandemic are likely to be significantly higher than pre-pandemic, indicates new research from Cardiff University and the University of Bristol. The ...
Sep 19, 2023
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Work stress, high workload, and understaffing are the primary factors driving health professionals out of the NHS, suggest the results of a survey published in the open access journal BMJ Open.
Sep 12, 2023
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A growing body of evidence suggests that psychedelic drugs may be useful in treating various mental health conditions. However, many challenges remain in defining their clinical benefits and overcoming the complex regulatory ...
Sep 7, 2023
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There is a growing momentum for the creation of community-based safe spaces for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal crises, as an alternative to visiting hospitals and emergency departments.
Aug 16, 2023
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There are thousands of mental health apps available on the app market, offering services including meditation, mood tracking and counseling, among others. You would think such "health" and "well-being" apps—which often ...
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