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·February 13, 2023·4 min read

Neurosteroid Deficits Leads to Depressed Behavior

Chronic stress impairs allopregnanolone production in the basolateral amygdala, a brain area associated with mediating emotional response. The reduction of this neurosteroid results in depressive symptoms in animal models.

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·January 28, 2023·3 min read

More Thankful, Less Stressed?

The state of gratitude lowers systolic blood pressure response through stress-testing experiences, demonstrating that gratitude has a unique buffering effect against both reactions to and recovery from psychological stress.

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·January 25, 2023·8 min read

A Healthy Mind: How Exercise Can Improve Your Mental Wellness

Even small bouts of physical activity and exercise throughout the day can help to boost your mental well-being.

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·January 25, 2023·3 min read

Sleep Disorders in Parents and Children Associated With More Parental Stress

Parental stress is higher in parents who suffer from sleep disorders or have children with disordered sleeping.

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·January 25, 2023·4 min read

Using Running to Escape Everyday Stresses May Lead To Exercise Dependence Instead of Mental Well-being

Running can help some escape from their everyday stresses, however, some recreational runners show signs of exercise dependence. Exercise dependence could be the result of maladaptive escapism where one self-suppresses to avoid negative experiences. This can be detrimental to overall well-being.

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·January 24, 2023·6 min read

When Chronic Stress Activates These Neurons, Behavioral Problems Like Loss of Pleasure and Depression Result

Anhedonia and depression arise when POMC neurons in the arcuate nucleus of the hypothalamus become hyperactive as a result of chronic stress. Reducing the activity also reduces feelings of depression and loss of pleasure.

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·January 7, 2023·3 min read

Decision-Making vs Mood: Can Implicit Confidence Markers Be Related to Mood States in Healthy Adults?

In healthy adults, daily fluctuations in mood do not affect confidence in decision-making.

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·January 6, 2023·7 min read

Gardening May Help Reduce Cancer Risk and Boost Mental Health

A new study reveals community gardening helps lower stress and anxiety, and reduces cancer risks. Researchers found those who gardened had elevated fiber intake and increased physical activity.

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·December 16, 2022·4 min read

Walnuts the New Brain Food for Stress

Walnut consumption was associated with increased improvements in self-reported mental health and stress. It was also linked to improved sleep quality and metabolic biomarkers. Walnuts contain omega-3 fatty acids, melatonin, and other vitamins and nutrients associated with mental and gut health.

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·December 12, 2022·4 min read

Kids Get Holiday Stress, Too

Researchers discuss the best ways to keep a child's stress at bay during the holiday season.

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·December 11, 2022·4 min read

Constant Smartphone Notifications Tax Your Brain

Constant push notifications on smartphones may affect cognition by decreasing concentration and increasing distraction. Researchers found heavy smartphone use was associated with poor concentration recovery following a notification and alterations in brain activity that made people more sensitive to push notifications.

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·December 3, 2022·3 min read

Palm e-Tattoo Can Tell When You’re Stressed Out

A newly developed "e-tattoo" monitors electrodermal activity, revealing when a person is experiencing elevated stress levels. The "tattoo" attaches to the user's palm and connects to a smartwatch.

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stress

Neurosteroid Deficits Leads to Depressed Behavior

More Thankful, Less Stressed?

A Healthy Mind: How Exercise Can Improve Your Mental Wellness

Sleep Disorders in Parents and Children Associated With More Parental Stress

Using Running to Escape Everyday Stresses May Lead To Exercise Dependence Instead of Mental Well-being

When Chronic Stress Activates These Neurons, Behavioral Problems Like Loss of Pleasure and Depression Result

Decision-Making vs Mood: Can Implicit Confidence Markers Be Related to Mood States in Healthy Adults?

Gardening May Help Reduce Cancer Risk and Boost Mental Health

Walnuts the New Brain Food for Stress

Kids Get Holiday Stress, Too

Constant Smartphone Notifications Tax Your Brain

Palm e-Tattoo Can Tell When You’re Stressed Out

Circadian Rhythm Off Beat: Parkinson’s and Nighttime Neuron Damage

ChatGPT’s Role in Shaping Identity and Personal Narratives

New Brain Structures in Language Processing Identified

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