Mental Health & Mindfulness
Resources for mental wellbeing, stress management, and mindfulness practices.
New Research Links Baby's Social Brain Development to Maternal Postpartum Mental Health
New research reveals how postpartum depression and anxiety in mothers can negatively affect their infant's social brain development during the critical first year of life. The study underscores the importance of maternal mental health for early neurodevelopment and long-term child outcomes.
Neural Similarities in Brain Responses to Movie Clips May Predict Future Friendships
A groundbreaking study reveals that strangers with similar brain responses to movie clips are more likely to become friends, highlighting the neural basis of social bonding and connection.
Reducing Alcohol Consumption May Lower Psychiatric Hospital Visits in Primary Care Patients
Reducing alcohol intake among primary care patients is linked to fewer hospital visits for mental health issues, emphasizing the importance of alcohol reduction strategies in improving mental health outcomes.
Disruption of LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline Sparks State Response amid Political Climate
The removal of the dedicated LGBTQ+ youth support line from the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has prompted states to implement alternative initiatives amid political opposition, highlighting the urgent need for specialized mental health resources for at-risk youth.
Importance of Yearly Mental Health Screenings for Children and Adolescents in the United States
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends annual mental health screenings for children starting from 6 months old to identify and address issues early, aiming to curb the rising youth mental health crisis.
Neural Mechanisms Behind How the Brain Suppresses and Adapts to Fearful Memories
New research uncovers how neural networks involving the amygdala and hippocampus facilitate fear extinction and memory suppression, offering insights into anxiety disorder treatments.
Burnout and Radicalization: How Overwork Can Lead to Extremist Attitudes
Workplace burnout is linked to increased susceptibility to extremist attitudes. Discover how emotional exhaustion influences radicalization and what organizations can do to prevent it.
The Impact of Emotional Responses to Music on Memory Formation
New research demonstrates how moderate emotional responses to music can enhance memory for details, offering promising therapeutic possibilities for cognitive health and memory disorders.
New Study Links Family Hardship to Increased Eating Disorder Symptoms in Adolescents
A recent UK study reveals that family socioeconomic hardship during childhood significantly increases the risk of eating disorder symptoms among adolescents, challenging stereotypes and emphasizing the need for equitable mental health support.
Research Links Video Game Loot Boxes and Physical Card Packs to Problem Gambling
A new international study finds that spending on video game loot boxes and physical card packs is linked to problem gambling, highlighting the need for updated regulations.