Gardening can cultivate better mental health

In a study published in the journal "PLOS ONE," University of Florida scientists found that gardening activities lowered stress, anxiety and depression in healthy women who attended twice-weekly gardening classes. None of study participants had ...

Jul 14

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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A new understanding of mental illness

The causes of psychiatric disorders are poorly understood. Now, in work led by researchers at McGill University, there is evidence that a wide range of early onset psychiatric problems (from depression, anxiety and addictions to dyslexia, bulimia, ...

Dec 29

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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Having a Good Listener Improves Your Brain Health

Supportive social interactions in adulthood are important for your ability to stave off cognitive decline despite brain aging or neuropathological changes such as those present in Alzheimer's disease, a new study finds.

Aug 31

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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Study shows meaningful lockdown activity is more satisfying than ...

With much of the world practicing varying degrees of social distancing and lockdown, researchers have been investigating the key to happiness in isolation.

Jan 12

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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A Regular Dose of Nature May Improve Mental Health During the ...

An online questionnaire survey completed by 3,000 adults in in Tokyo, Japan, quantified the link between five mental-health outcomes (depression, life satisfaction, subjective happiness, self-esteem, and loneliness) and two measures of nature ...

Nov 20

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One in five COVID-19 patients develop mental illness within 90 days

Many COVID-19 survivors are likely to be at greater risk of developing mental illness, psychiatrists said on Monday, after a large study found 20% of those infected with the coronavirus are diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder within 90 days.

Nov 11

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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Older adults with existing depression show resilience during the ...

A study involving older adults with pre-existing major depressive disorder living in Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh, and St Louis found no increase in depression and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Aug 24

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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Engaging With The Arts Is Related To Greater Wellbeing

Social isolation and fears for our family and friends, as well as ourselves, have all affected psychological wellbeing during the COVID-19 lockdown. But being unable to visit an art gallery, theatre or live music venues may also have taken its toll. ...

Jul 20

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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Fans of world-ending films 'coping better with pandemic'

Psychologists have found evidence that fans of apocalyptic movies - where global order is upturned - may be more resilient and better prepared to deal with the coronavirus pandemic than the rest of us.

Jul 6

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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Three in five secondary school pupils experience mental health ...

Three out of five secondary school pupils have either experienced mental health problems themselves or are close to someone who has, according to a new survey. research by the charity Mind also revealed that one in seven of 11-19-year-olds say their ...

Jul 3

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Inequality as a disorder

Economic inequality is one of the signs that foreshadows societal disorder. It can also negatively impact people's lives and is highly associated with risky medical conditions.

Sep 21

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Important mental health signs to look out for in teens

Many teens are unaware of their mental states and fail to identify potential mental health problems. Even if they realize they need help, they may be too afraid to reach out for help due to shame.

Aug 3

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A less stigmatising view of ADHD

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) is like an iceberg. The symptoms of ADHD such as impulsivity, hyper activeness, inability to pay attention, are but the tip of the iceberg.

Jul 14

Categories: Adult ADHD, Mental Health in Asia

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Faking a mental illness to escape prison

A new law in the Assembly Bill 1810 was passed, and this allows those who commit any sorts of crime to evade serving prison time if they are diagnosed with a mental disorder during trial. The defendant will then be assessed and receive counselling, ...

Jul 11

Categories: Mental Health in Asia

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How to overcome shame in seeking help?

Shame is commonly experienced by people with addictions, and can be a roadblock to recovery from mental disorders. Being ashamed of oneself can hinder self-acceptance and getting help. People feel ashamed of themselves when they feel inadequate and ...

Jul 3

Categories: Addictions, Mental Health in Asia, Self-Confidence

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