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The world we live in today has become increasingly connected, thanks to social media. However, the widespread and intense use of social platforms has raised concerns regarding their impact on mental and physical health. Let’s take a look at statistics showing how people consume social media on a daily and monthly basis: There are over …
According to Statista, there were an estimated 4.89 billion social media users worldwide in 2023, which represents approximately half of the world’s population. This staggering number can only keep growing. From kids to boomers, social media has become an integral part of daily life for many, offering connection, entertainment, and information at our fingertips. However, …
Key Takeaways: The Value of Community in Recovery Recovery from addiction greatly benefits from communal support. Support networks provide an inclusive environment where individuals find strength, share coping strategies, and work towards the common recovery goal. Scientific evidence shows that engaging in support groups reduces relapse rates. These groups offer a space to discuss emotional …
Experts in functional psychiatry and neuroscience, cofounders of specialty-leading companies, and pioneers in psychedelic-assisted therapy gathered in Miami, FL, at the start of the month to kick off A4M’s inaugural State Of-Mind: A New Era in Psychedelic Medicine conference. Joining them were hundreds of visionary practitioners eager to learn how to leverage the rising potential …
A recent study from North Carolina State University published in Qualitative Health Research urges people to think twice before going on another diet, highlighting the negative interpersonal and psychological consequences associated with yo-yo dieting and societal stigmas. Yo-Yo dieting is also known as weight cycling, and it is a cycle of gaining weight and dieting …
The global mental health crisis continues escalating at an alarming pace. Depression and anxiety alone currently cost the world economy $1 trillion annually. Experts project this economic burden could swell to a staggering $6-16 trillion by 2030 as rates of mental illness proliferate across the globe. In the United States, mental health conditions already rank …
News Release Research Highlights: Study finds that young adult binge drinks show alterations in the gut microbiome. The alternations are linked with poor ability to recognise emotions and cravings to consume alcohol. Youth binge drinking can have short and long-term impacts on health and well-being. Youth binge drinkers show alterations in the gut microbiome, a …
If you or someone you love is ready to break free from the grip of alcohol, understanding the detox process is a vital first step. It’s not just about willpower. It’s about safety and health. That’s why the importance of medical supervision during alcohol detox cannot be overstressed. This guide will walk you through what …
In collaboration, a group of international and multidisciplinary researchers with expertise in food addiction, nutrition physiology, food policy, eating disorders, behavioral addiction, and gut-brain reward signaling, have published an analysis in a special edition of the British Medical Journal Food For Thought, with a “controversial” recommendation: “It’s time for an international shift in the way …
There’s a reason social media has become embedded in nearly every teenager’s life. They get to stay connected with friends and share important events. They get to learn and discover new skills and interests. They get to express themselves. Social media can inject a whole lot of positivity and growth into your teen’s life when …