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The toll of climate change on mental health
Although its health impacts vary between regions depending on geography, socio- economic status of affected communities, and political policies, climate change is the single greatest threat to human health.
Will CBD replace opioids?
America is gripped by opioid addiction and a dangerous opioid epidemic - could CBD be a viable replacement?
Is a hybrid approach the answer to supply chain issues for mental health services?
Dr Chuk Anyaegbuna, clinical service lead at Koa Health, and clinical psychologist, Dr Tania Johnston discuss how technology can support the current delivery system and improve access to mental health services.
Did the stressful events of 2020 hinder social development?
The social development of young people was effected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the murder of George Floyd, and more global events.
Veterans of colour reluctant to seek mental health support
American military veterans of colour are unwilling to seek mental health support due to past discrimination.
What are the mental and physical health benefits of essential oils?
Essential oils have been used for centuries for their medicinal properties. However, scientists have only now started studying and exploring the potential benefits of essential oils.
Racial discrimination worsens physical and mental health
Experiences of racial discrimination increase the risk of physical and mental illnesses and health disorders for people of colour.
Depression is not caused by low serotonin levels
Chemical imbalance theory debunked as there is "no convincing evidence" that depression is caused by low serotonin levels.
Vitamin B6 supplements help reduce anxiety and depression
Taking high-dose vitamin B6 tablets can reduce feelings of anxiety and depression, new research reveals.
Spiritual community participation is associated with better health
Having a spiritual community can help people live healthier lives, with greater longevity, less depression and suicide, and less substance use.
Link between paternal depression and adolescent depression
Adolescent depression and behaviour problems are increasing and new research suggests that it is linked to paternal depression.
Children’s mental health in Africa
OAG examines the state of investment in and provision of adolescents and children’s mental health services in Africa.
Mental health and perinatal depression in the US
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead U.S. federal agency for research on mental illnesses.
Studying the exposome concept for a healthier future for all children
Dr. Irene van Kamp, from the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment, discusses the exposome concept to study the role of the environment in human disease.
The link between fish oil benefits and men’s health
Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, explores and examines fish oil benefits when it comes to the health of men.
30% of Long COVID patients had no existing illnesses
According to a US review of Long COVID patients, 30.7% of these people had no existing comorbidities that could explain their susceptibility to the virus.
Is childbirth more dangerous for Black women in the UK?
A new report on maternal care reveals statistics documenting the increased danger Black women face during pregnancy and childbirth in the UK.
Some people had better genetic wellbeing during COVID-19
Genetic wellbeing differed between people when impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic – some people were able to handle stress better than others.
Is there any psychological benefit to the superman pose?
Can the superman pose really affects confidence and behaviour, as implied in popular culture? Scientists, working in an international collaboration, have the answer.
Unhappiness on Instagram: Can we train algorithms to detect it?
Researchers are developing algorithms to detect unhappiness on social media, which identify the basic needs of users from the content they share.