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Is There a Connection between Stress Hormones and Thinking Ability?
It is common wisdom that stress is hard on the human body. Newer research indicates that high levels of the stress hormone cortisol impair a person’s thinking ability, visual perception and attention. A certain amount of stress is an everyday fact...
Understanding Depression and Ways to Prevent It
The term depression is used in everyday conversation, but many people are not familiar with the specific traits and symptoms of the health condition. Also, are there any preventive tips that can help to control the onset and duration of depression?...
Strategies for Overcoming Stress-Related Emotional Eating
There is a real connection between people’s eating behavior and their state of mental wellness. How individuals think and view food can sometimes display mental health traits such as emotional eating and depression. Eating is a necessary part of...
Understanding Social Anxiety and Panic Disorders
For some individuals, leaving their homes is a challenge. Uncontrollable thoughts of terror and impending disaster forces them to hide in their apartment, dorm or house. These behaviors are often the sign of a more significant mental health...
Opioids: What are They, a Brief History & Symptoms of Addiction
Opioid use and addiction are a common topic in the news. Yet, some people are not aware of the history of opiates (opioids) in the United States. This includes not knowing some of the more common symptoms of opioid addiction. What are Opioids: The...
Can Exercise Help Treat Mental Health Conditions?
In recent years there has been an increasing amount of research that points to the positive effects that exercising can have on physical health. Yet, it also appears that these benefits can also help mental health conditions such as depression and...