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Online therapy has completely changed the way mental health treatment is provided in the digital age. An online psychiatrist offers qualified mental health services from a distance, facilitating increased accessibility to therapy. Online therapy provides a practical substitute for conventional in-person appointments, enabling people to get care regardless of location. Additionally, it offers privacy and …
Approximately 800 million people around the globe have lower back pain, and lower back pain is a leading cause of disability and reduced quality of life. Recently a clinical trial conducted by Macquarie University’s Spinal Pain Research Group investigated whether walking could be an effective, cost-effective, and accessible intervention for lower back pain. Their findings …
Mental health, an integral part of our overall well-being, affects how we think, feel, and act. Despite its importance, mental health remains shrouded in stigma and misconceptions, preventing many from seeking the help they need. This article aims to shed light on the reality of mental health, debunk myths, and explore ways to break the …
Are you suffering from chronic pain, muscle tension, or poor circulation? Cupping therapy might help you. It decreases your stress levels, which means it is also good for your mental health. Enhanced blood flow, reduced inflammation, and detoxifying the body – these are some of the advantages you can get from this therapy. We show …
A study recently published during Loneliness Awareness Week in the journal Health Psychology suggests that loneliness may be harmful to our daily health. For this study, researchers from Penn State College of Health and Human Development and the Center for Healthy Aging were centered on understanding the subtleties of loneliness and how variations in daily …
A study published in Nutritional Neuroscience suggests that eating a poor-quality diet makes our brains sad. The study of brain chemistry, structure, and diet quality carried out by the University of Reading, Roehampton University, Friesland Campina (Netherlands), and King’s College London found that maintaining a poor-quality diet can lead to brain changes that are associated …
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 …
Throughout our lives, we are encouraged to stay active and have fun, this is where sports can come in and accomplish both in one task. Sports are fun to play at any age, and there are a variety of sports appropriate for a range of physical levels. It is important to stay physically active and …
A new review of research evidence has explored the key differences in how women and men sleep, variations in their body clocks, and how this affects their metabolism. Published in Sleep Medicine Reviews, the paper highlights the crucial role sex plays in understanding these factors and suggests a person’s biological sex should be considered when …
According to a recent longitudinal study published in PLOS Medicine from the University of Sydney measuring physical activity at more than one-time point, examining the long-term-causal effects of exercise, adherence to physical activity guidelines throughout middle age is associated with a higher health-related quality of life in women. For this study, data was collected at …