Exercise Cuts Heart Disease Risk by 23% With Benefits Doubling for Those With Depression
Regular exercise can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease by as much as a quarter, in part by lowering stress, according to a new study.
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A Good Night's Sleep Really Does Make Us Happier - By Dampening Negative Emotions
Sleep really can make us happier-as the brain triages emotions, solidifying the positive emotions while dampening the negative ones.
Englishman Creates a Mental Health Walking Group Just for 'Lads' Like Him
After years of stuffing down the stress from a painful separation and custody battle, Scott Oughton-Johnson decided to go for a walk.
Lonely 67-Year-Old Sets Up Woodworking 'Shed' to Combat Loneliness in Men, Following Global Trend
There are 17 U.S. Men's Sheds, including one in Hawai'i. They are springing up in Canada as well, and surging in number around the UK.
Taking Ketamine and Looking at Smiling Faces is a Therapy That Could Help End Depression, Shows Clinical Trial
Being given ketamine and then looking at smiling faces could help end depression, according to a new scientific study.
Scientists Finally Provide Relief For Depression By Locating Exact Target for Deep Brain Stimulation
Researchers found the G-spot that makes deep brain stimulation (DBS) work for patients with treatment-resistant depression.
'I Cured My Anxiety and Depression With Daily Dips in Freezing Water'
30-year-old Mitchell Bock claims he has cured his severe depression by taking daily dips in frigid water after buying an ice bath.
MDMA and Psilocybin-Assised Psychotherapy Approved in Australia for Treatment-Resistant Depression and PTSD
The Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration said it considered several thousands of written public submissions prior to the decision.
Visiting Green Spaces 3-4 Times Weekly May Lower Your Need for Meds, According to New Study
Hanging out in a local park, lake, or garden really could be good for your health if you live in cities, according to a study from Finland.
Man Used Insect Photography to Combat Suicidal Thoughts-and His Stunning Photos Are Now in National Geographic
It has been nine years since Matt Doogue tried to take his own life-but he has since found peace and therapy through insect photography.
Improving Her Depression, Woman Tries Something New Every Day for a Year-And Vows to Keep it Up
A woman who struggled with depression found a way to improve her mental health by doing something new every day for a year. See her list.
Two-Thirds Will Tell People They're 'Fine' Over the Holidays Even When They're Not: Here are 12 Better Responses
A poll reveals 2/3 of adults will say they're 'fine' over the holidays, even when they're not. Here's 12 better responses to 'how are you'.
A New Study Finds that Performing Acts of Kindness Improves Mental Health Symptoms
Random acts of kindness for other people was more effective in reducing symptoms of depression than activities for the sake of enjoyment.
Party Drug Ketamine Can Stop Severe Depression-Researcher Wants Funding for the 'Powerful Treatment'
A low-cost version of ketamine to treat severe depression has performed strongly in a double-blind trial that compared it with placebo.
California Launches Free Behavioral Health Apps for Children, Young Adults, and Families
California launched two free behavioral health digital services for all families with kids, teens, and young adults up to age 25.
She's an Ex-Addict Turned Forager, Her Anxiety is Gone: 'Mushrooms Saved My Life'
Jessika took herself to Moncton forest for guidance and dug her bare feet into the soil to connect with nature.
The Breathtaking Moment Enemy Soldiers Who Saved Each Other Reunite By Chance in Waiting Room 20 yrs Later
When this war in Ukraine finally ends, there will almost certainly be a story like that of Najah Aboud and Zahed Haftlang.
Learn What 370 Schools Are Now Teaching in a Massive New Mental Health Research Trial
One of the world's largest mental health trials is underway in hundreds of UK schools—and WS has learned new details about the curriculum.
'Best Boyfriend Ever' Fills Anniversary Gift - a Prescription of 'Love Pills'- With Tiny Notes
Riley Rankin came up with a DIY anniversary gift for his girlfriend to relieve her pain-an empty pill bottle with a love prescription inside each capsule.
With Float Therapy Being Used as Pioneering PTSD Treatment, Clinic Has Given Away 3,000 Free Sessions to Veterans
Flotation spas are set to give away thousands more free therapy sessions after launching a monthly military appreciation day for vets and service members.
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